Jacob (JD) Villafuerte
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dynamic and motivated professional with extensive experience across diverse fields, seeking a full-time role. Recognized for exceptional reliability and adaptability, thriving in both new and established environments. Proven ability to tackle challenges with strong problem-solving skills, excelling under pressure while fostering collaboration among team members. Committed to continuous learning and growth, eager to contribute effectively to impactful projects that drive success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelancer
Freelance Video Production
11.2025 - Current
- Dundee Digital
- Camera Assistant, Production Assistant/Grip, Casting Assistant
- Various productions assisted on (Regional Woodhouse Commercials)
- Fremont High School Girl Basketball, Hype Video
Substitute Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Substitute teach when normal teachers must be absent.
- Follow and deliver the lesson plan provided.
- Help students achieve their goals for the day.
- Supervise and provide care to the students.
- Worked three separate long term substitute teaching positions – Three 6-10 week substitute teaching jobs.
Artist & Adhoc Board Member
WhyArts, Inc
04.2023 - Current
- Plan and create visual art lessons for afterschool programming and evening programming.
- Teach students/children visual arts and ballroom dancing.
- Look after and be of help to students in afterschool.
- WhyArts representative board member.
- Be an active member in OPS school system and other areas of the community.
Internship
Dundee Digital
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Camera operator, production assistant/grip, on set set-up and tear down
- Video editor
- Assist with on set audio
- Video Production Company
English Summer Camp Teacher
English Camp Company
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Work in summer camps in Italy.
- Teach and facilitate English lesson plans.
Server
Upstream Brewing Company
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Wait on and take patron orders.
- Run food and drinks, bus and clean tables.
- Serve banquet and event parties.
ALA LEND Law Trainee
University of Nebraska Medical Center, Munroe-Meyer Institute LEND Program
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Work in collaboration with UNMC and Legal Aid of Nebraska.
- Observe and work with those with Neurodevelopmental disorders at UNMC.
- Engage in clerk task at Legal Aid of Nebraska.
Volunteer (Clerk)
Legal Aid Of Nebraska
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Work with HELP program (Health Education & Law Project)
- Draft legal documents, speak with clients, attend client meetings, liaison to the Sheriff’s Office, file and scan legal documents.
R.I.S.E. Program Specialist
Nebraska State Juvenile Probation
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Facilitate and oversee youth in R.I.S.E. (Recognized Increased Skills in Education) program.
- Interact, provide assistance, and teach youth skills in the classroom and beyond.
- Communicate with Probation Officers, youth, and families. Observe and document meeting details.
Intern
7th Judicial District (Work Release Center)
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Enter and update core information, resident check-in/check-out procedures, assist RO’s with intake process, log daily movement of residents.
- Conduct eye counts and searches, answer phone calls, read over reports and procedures.
Child Hunger Summer Associate – Intern
Foodbank for the Heartland
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Assist in distribution and delivery of food to local non-profits and food pantries and interact with those organizations.
- Prepare and assist local food drives, pick orders for distribution.
- File, sort, and organize transportation documents.
Direct Support Staff
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Provide appropriate interventions to teach client skills related to daily living, community integration, functional, social, advocacy, and skills to promote physical and emotional health in group homes.
- Provide protective oversight and supervision of client. Follow client service plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film & Television
Savannah College of Arts And Design
01-2025
Associates Degree in Applied Science - Video and Audio Communication Arts
Metropolitan Community College
05.2025
Bachelor of Science -
Creighton University School of Law
01-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Forensic Psychology
St. Ambrose University
05.2021
Skills
- Detailed oriented, highly organized, analytical
- Effective communicator and team player
- Proficient in Microsoft Office & Adobe software
Accomplishments
- Omaha Film Festival Selection 2026 (Chapter 21)
- Awarded Best In Show at Metropolitan Juried Art Exhibition 2025 – Film (Written In Omaha)
- Nebraska State Skills Competition 1st Place 2025 – Film (The Things We Carry)
- Finalist Award for Excellence in Psychological Service (2021)
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
- Adobe Photoshop
Timeline
Freelancer
Freelance Video Production
11.2025 - Current
Internship
Dundee Digital
05.2025 - 08.2025
English Summer Camp Teacher
English Camp Company
06.2024 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
Omaha Public Schools
01.2024 - Current
Artist & Adhoc Board Member
WhyArts, Inc
04.2023 - Current
Server
Upstream Brewing Company
03.2023 - 04.2024
ALA LEND Law Trainee
University of Nebraska Medical Center, Munroe-Meyer Institute LEND Program
05.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer (Clerk)
Legal Aid Of Nebraska
09.2021 - 05.2022
R.I.S.E. Program Specialist
Nebraska State Juvenile Probation
08.2021 - 01.2022
Intern
7th Judicial District (Work Release Center)
08.2020 - 12.2020
Child Hunger Summer Associate – Intern
Foodbank for the Heartland
05.2020 - 07.2020
Direct Support Staff
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
01.2020 - 05.2020
Associates Degree in Applied Science - Video and Audio Communication Arts
Metropolitan Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Forensic Psychology
St. Ambrose University
Bachelor of Science - Film & Television
Savannah College of Arts And Design
Bachelor of Science -
Creighton University School of Law