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J Spencer

Summary

For the last twenty years I have worked as an independent filmmaker and educator. As a filmmaker I have supervised a team comprised of talented individuals towards creating work that explores stories of disenfranchised communities while celebrating diverse cultures. I have extensive experience in working for non profit organizations that use art and cinema to celebrate diversity and promote inclusive communities. I bring a strong commitment for preserving, showcasing and celebrating film that represents the widest array of perspectives and demonstrates how cinema has the power to inspire lives and transform communities.

Work History

Filmmaker/Writer

HARDY-HAR-HUH? PRODUCTIONS
  • Wrote, directed and produced short films dealing with societal issues including N IS FOR NATIVE which centers on the treatment of Indigenous creators in the entertainment industry. Produced PSAs and videos for non profit organizations.

Cinema Club

LAUSD
  • Founder of Student Cinema Club. Facilitated students in the production process of creating short films, live action and animated. Organized a student film festival to showcase the students’ completed films.

Film/Photography Teacher, Editor

STAR EDUCATION

Managed a group of fifteen high school students in the process of creating a short narrative film, featured in a student showcase at the Vista Theater.

Student Cinema Club - Social Media Promoter

LAVC
  • Created digital content to promote weekly films screenings and student events on campus.

Education

BA - Media Arts

Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys

BA - Cinema/Political Science

University of Southern California
Los Angeles

AA - Communications

Pasadena City College
Pasadena

Skills

  • Fierce commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion
  • Many years of experience dealing with operating procedures within a theater, museum, retail, or fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Extensive knowledge of film and digital formats
  • A keen eye for proper film presentation
  • Enthusiastic collaborator with a focus on partnership development
  • Extensive knowledge of cinema history, aesthetics and contemporary film culture
  • Extensive experience in working with diverse populations and fostering an inclusive environment
  • Experience communicating and cooperating with guests, supervisors, vendors, or partners
  • Experience in maintaining a high level of customer service and professionalism
  • Strong passion for developing a career in cinema and media
  • Experience in bilingual work settings
  • Available to work nights, weekends & holidays

Timeline

Student Cinema Club - Social Media Promoter

LAVC

Filmmaker/Writer

HARDY-HAR-HUH? PRODUCTIONS

Cinema Club

LAUSD

Film/Photography Teacher, Editor

STAR EDUCATION

BA - Media Arts

Los Angeles Valley College

BA - Cinema/Political Science

University of Southern California

AA - Communications

Pasadena City College
J Spencer