Jack Hemhauser
Belmar,NJ
Summary
Motivated filmmaker, writer, and learner with extensive short film and creative production experience. A leader just as much a member of the team, I have successfully led creative projects from zany western short films to social media brand campaigns for a surf shop looking to draw more customers. I am passionate about storytelling and thrive in collaborative environments, always ready to tackle the next challenge with enthusiasm.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant
Various Projects
05.2022 - Current
- Completed wide range of tasks to support production operations: working with sound equipment, helping gaffer set up rigs for lights, running equipment in vans, etc.
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinate production activities.
Lead Writer, Director
New Mountain Media
08.2020 - Current
- Short Films and Sketches (2023-present) - Contributes to script development, production design, and on-set production assistance for various comedy sketches and short films.
- Making It Work (2021-2023)- Web Series: Wrote, produced, directed, and starred in a full-length web-series. Created production schedules, ran the set, and collaborated with a sizeable cast and crew.
Director, Producer
PEAK Media Group
03.2023 - 01.2026
- Directed, wrote, and edited social media videos with the intent to elevate clients' brands and connect them to tangible consumers.
- Collaborated with business partners to complete client scheduling, on-set production, and post-production editing in a timely and efficient manner.
- Oversaw video production for varying clients; medical offices, surfing summer camps, restaurants, etc.
National Tour Videographer and Editor
Phoneboy
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Captured concert footage and behind-the-scenes moments on the road with the band. All edited for social media reels which accumulated over 350 thousand views across all platforms.
- Collaborated with the band to come up with ideas for social media reels and promotional videos for their upcoming album.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2022
Skills
- Directing
- Script coverage / development
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability / Fast-paced problem solving
- Production scheduling
- Adobe Premiere Pro (video editing)
- Creative writing
Other Experience
Writer, Executive Producer - The Tale of Man and Rat (2022-2023)
- Wrote and produced a full-length stage musical that had a run at the State Theatre in State College, PA.
Stock Team Associate - Under Armour Factory House (2021 - present)
- Processing shipments, organizing inventory of clothing and accessories, stocking the sales floor.
- Providing excellent customer service on the sales floor and working with coworkers to make a positive work environment.
Timeline
National Tour Videographer and Editor
Phoneboy
02.2025 - 03.2025
Director, Producer
PEAK Media Group
03.2023 - 01.2026
Production Assistant
Various Projects
05.2022 - Current
Lead Writer, Director
New Mountain Media
08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Pennsylvania State University