Jaime Tejada
Playa Del Rey,VA
Summary
Bilingual filmmaker with expertise in writing, producing, and directing, complemented by a strong audio-visual background as a top-performing technician and lead. Recognized for analytical problem-solving abilities and effective multitasking skills. Proven track record in managing diplomatic conflicts and enhancing communication strategies, aiming to leverage creative talents in future film projects.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Audio and Visual Technician, Manager on Duty and Lead Tech
AVMS/Pinnacle Live
Marina Del Rey, CA
03.2023 - Current
- Construct and manage audio and visual facilities for meetings, live events (shows, sports), business conventions & concerts
- Lead the team from preparation to breakdown
- Execute Director tasks when directors are not present in two properties
Technical Director
Panorama Latino
Prince William, VA
07.2022 - 05.2024
- The role includes training Technical Staff, scripting for scripted shows, establishing project deadlines, scheduling and leading meetings, recording shows through Zoom and live, and editing and creating graphics
Grip and Assistant Camera Two
Avenida Studios
Los Angeles, CA
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisting the head of the studio in film productions, photoshoots, and festivals while performing essential duties such as camera operation, assistant camera, sound equipment handling, production design, file transfer, set construction, food running, and event bartending
Fixer/Grip
Kraft Productions - Perfect Strangers: The US/Mexico Story Documentary
Washington D.C.
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Carry out multiple responsibilities throughout the pre-production and production stages
- Obtain filming permits for various government buildings and Memorial parks, including Lafayette Park, The Capitol, the Marine Corps Memorial (Iwo Jima), the Korean War Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and NYC streets
- Gather the necessary equipment and plan the schedule for the local shoots
- I performed production duties as a Grip while driving a one-tone grip truck through three major cities
Operations Clerk, Sales Coordinator/Inside Sales & Lead Dispatcher
Republic Services
Fairfax, VA
08.2013 - 07.2022
- Organize, classify, and share organizational files with InfoPro Salesforce or Rise databases while ensuring easy access and navigation of crucial data
- As inside sales and/or Sales Coordinator, I supported external staff members in their day-to-day work while managing major accounts and ensuring their needs were met
- I led a team as the lead dispatcher to ensure that all daily duties were completed promptly
Student Intern
Story Catcher Productions
Reston, VA
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisting in various roles such as research, editing, directing, gripping, and translating while creating short films for Cornerstone's 50th anniversary
Education
Master of Arts - Film And Video Production - Directing Fiction
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Film and Video Studies - Directing
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05.2022
Associate of Fine Arts Degree - Cinema
NVCC
Alexandria, VA05.2019
Skills
- Directing short narrative film
- Directing short documentary film
- Story Editing
- Camera operation
- Audio equipment operation
- Excellent communication skills
- Pre-production
- Production
- Post-production
- Production coordinating
Awards
- Jack Kehoe Award for La Cena.
- La Cena, five-time Award winner at GMU film festival (Cinematography, Editing, Ensemble Cast, Stories that Matter, and Audience Choice)
- Best LGTBQ film, Wisdom Tree International Film Festival
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Audio and Visual Technician, Manager on Duty and Lead Tech
AVMS/Pinnacle Live
03.2023 - Current
Grip and Assistant Camera Two
Avenida Studios
11.2022 - 02.2023
Fixer/Grip
Kraft Productions - Perfect Strangers: The US/Mexico Story Documentary
10.2022 - 11.2022
Technical Director
Panorama Latino
07.2022 - 05.2024
Student Intern
Story Catcher Productions
04.2021 - 10.2021
Operations Clerk, Sales Coordinator/Inside Sales & Lead Dispatcher
Republic Services
08.2013 - 07.2022
Master of Arts - Film And Video Production - Directing Fiction
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Arts - Film and Video Studies - Directing
George Mason University
Associate of Fine Arts Degree - Cinema
NVCC
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