Projectionist
Outside Magazine
10.2023 - 12.2023
Hi, I’m
Grace Chialdikas
New York,NY
Summary
Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level editor, photographer, designer, or creative position to help launch career while achieving company goals and creative vision.
Work History
Outside Magazine
Projectionist
10.2023 - 12.2023
Job overview
- As a Traveling Projectionist for a multi-venue Film Tour, I operate film projection equipment, conduct maintenance, and coordinate seamlessly with sound and lighting teams
- oversee all technical aspects, troubleshoot glitches, and supervise local crews for flawless event execution
- Set up and operated projection equipment to show films in theaters.
- Adjusted focus of lens on projector to ensure clear images.
- Collaborated closely with other staff members to coordinate smooth operations during movie screenings.
- Mastered operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of projection equipment, computers and software and solved complex technical problems.
- Delivered flawless visual and audio presentations for guests by keeping audio in sync with video, optimizing audio level and monitoring screen image for focus, brightness and cleanliness.
PHTV4Palos Heights, IL
Video Editor
07.2023 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Edit local news clips with Adobe Premiere Pro for broadcast and online platforms, managing scanning for live airing and uploading to YouTube
- Collaborating closely with the news team, I ensure high-quality, compelling content, meeting tight deadlines and implementing rigorous quality control.
- Edited raw footage into cohesive narratives using Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Implemented visual effects, animation, color correction techniques, and audio mixing to enhance the overall quality of videos.
- Managed graphics, sound, music and color corrections for news videos.
Postions FilmChicago, IL
Second Assistant Camera
07.2023 - 09.2023
Job overview
- precise camera positioning, changing and charging batteries, managing lens changes, and operating the clapperboard
- Monitored camera equipment and ensured proper functioning of all gear.
- Communicated with the First Assistant Camera regarding setting up shots and lighting changes.
- Assisted the Director of Photography in selecting lenses for different shots.
- Performed maintenance tasks on camera systems between takes or scenes.
- Kept records of footage filmed each day to ensure accuracy of final cut.
- Checked video monitors for signal strength and color balance before shooting.
- Provided technical support to other departments when needed.
- Managed transportation of camera equipment from one location to another.
- Installed and selected screens and filters in-camera to produce desired effects.
Eugene The MarineNashville, TN
Production Assistant
06.2023 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Provided comprehensive support to the Assistant Director, Producer, and Director of Photography throughout the movie filming process
- Proficient in camera operations, film loading, development, and set design.
- Maintained communication between production staff and crew members.
- Organized catering services for cast and crew during shoots.
- Ran errands as necessary for the production team.
- Compiled reports on expenses related to productions.
- Assisted during video shoots by confirming sound quality and adjusting lighting.
- Prioritized film production scene sequence to meet deadlines and airings.
- Pitched in to help crews with building sets and identified problems that could have resulted in possible safety issues.
- Set up, adjusted and operated audio-visual equipment, cameras, or film and slide projectors for viewing.
Education
University Of Illinois in ChicagoChicago, IL
Bachelor of Arts from film studies and photography
05.2023
Skills
- Davinci Resolve
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Video editing
- Director
- Cinematographer
- Fashion Photography
- 16mm and 35mm film developing and scanning
- 16mm and 35mm projecting
- Lead collaborator in art collective start-up
- Film and darkroom studio assistant
- Proficient in Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Google suites, and Mac services
- Projectionist responsibilities
- Equipment and Systems Maintenance
- Video Projections
- Equipment Transport
- Overseeing a team
- Overseeing a theater
Availability
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Timeline
Video Editor
PHTV4
07.2023 - 11.2023
Second Assistant Camera
Postions Film
07.2023 - 09.2023
Production Assistant
Eugene The Marine
06.2023 - 07.2023
University Of Illinois in Chicago
Bachelor of Arts from film studies and photography
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