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Jake Locrotondo

Port St. Lucie,FL

Summary

Dynamic crew member within the grip and electricial department with proven expertise at Studio561, Agomon Entertainment, and more, excelling in creative lighting and fostering team collaboration. Recognized for delivering exceptional performances and enhancing the visuals for films. Skilled in rigging equipment and adept at scheduling, ensuring efficient project completion while maintaining artistic integrity. Committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within film crews.

Work History

Gaffer

Studio561
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Spearheaded initiatives focused on workplace diversity and inclusion within the film crews I worked with.
  • Collaborated with the director and cinematographer to achieve desired visual effects, contributing to overall production value.
  • Received positive feedback from producers, directors, and cinematographers regarding the quality of lighting designs delivered throughout various projects.

Gaffer

Desired Realities Films
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • Studied under another gaffer to gain more knowledge on lighting techniques
  • Created unique and minimal lighting setups to bring the dark and suspenseful nature of the film.

Director of Photography

Rooon Productions
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • Provided the shot lists and overheads which had all lighting and camera positions to have the crew move efficiently.
  • Used abstract shots to create the horror element the director was looking for.
  • Made a visually compelling story to captivate the attention of many using various camera and lighting techniques of different kinds.
  • Managed complex shooting schedules, ensuring timely completion of projects while not losing any of the artistic nature of the project.

Gaffer

Issan Chavez
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Worked with a fantastic Director of Photography and worked fluently together a two man camera & lighting team.
  • Built the lighting and camera set ups efficiently to keep the shoot on track.
  • Received praise from the director and producers by exceedeing expectations.

Key Grip/Gaffer

Agomon Entertainment
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Implemented effective rigging techniques to ensure safety and setting up to get the desired shot.
  • Maintained a well-organized grip truck inventory, ensuring quick access to necessary tools and equipment during shoots.
  • Reduced production downtime by efficiently managing equipment setup and breakdown for various scenes.
  • Supported lighting department in achieving desired ambiance by setting up flags, bounce boards, and diffusers as needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Lucie West Centennial High School
Port St. Lucie, Florida
05-2021

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Team leadership
  • Scheduling and coordination
  • Adaptable to change
  • Collaborative attitude
  • Lighting control systems
  • Rigging equipment proficiency
  • Color temperature adjustment
  • Script breakdown analysis
  • Heavy lifting
  • Creative lighting
  • Creative direction

Timeline

Gaffer

Issan Chavez
03.2025 - 03.2025

Key Grip/Gaffer

Agomon Entertainment
01.2025 - 02.2025

Gaffer

Desired Realities Films
10.2024 - 10.2024

Director of Photography

Rooon Productions
10.2024 - 10.2024

Gaffer

Studio561
09.2024 - 12.2024

High School Diploma -

St. Lucie West Centennial High School

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