Jakob Cohen
Valley Village,CA
Summary
Cinematic and Television Arts college graduate. Strong work ethic and teamwork. Enthusiastic. Determined. Flexible. Solid background in research and aspects of post production including ProTools. Solution oriented. Forward thinking.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Research Student Consultant
Sony Pictures Entertainment Virtual Reality
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Tested upcoming Virtual Reality games and gave concise feedback on interactivity, UI (user interface) and playability
- Suggested improvements for accessibility, user interface and gameplay
Intern
Sony Pictures Entertainment, Post Production
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted in the post production process for the Gran Turismo movie
- Gathered research and development information on potential editors for future projects
- Worked with various post production divisions including clearances, music, editing and mixing
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence
- Sorted and organized files, NDAs, financial statements and reports
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge
- Developed marketing idea for the Gran Turismo Home Entertainment release which was approved and executed by senior management
Mentee
Sony PlayStation Productions
04.2019 - 05.2023
- Conduct research for film content and viewer demographics
- Share findings with team members
- Prepare PowerPoint presentations on upcoming properties
- Participate in pitch meetings with filmmakers
Food Runner
Steam Punk Coffee Bar & Kitchen
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Delivered correct food items to tables according to order
- Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation and serving areas
- Donated all earnings to Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic & Television Arts
Cal State University Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2024
Skills
- Creative thinker
- Strong written presentation skills
- Create and edit content on iMovie
- Microsoft Office proficient - Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Strong understanding of what appeals to the gaming community
- Self-Motivated
- Collaboration and respect for others
Interests/Activities
- Gaming - Destiny, Uncharted, Gran Turismo, Ghosts of Tsushima
- Films - Doctor Strange, The Irishman, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Inception
- Television - The Last of Us, Veep, Legion, Better Call Saul
- Musical Scores - Destiny, Amundsen, WALL-E
- Fundraising - Autism Speaks, Breast Cancer Research Foundation
- LAUSD Conservatory of Fine Arts, Gifted and Talented Program, Drama, Voice and Dance, September 2012 – June 2017
Timeline
Market Research Student Consultant
Sony Pictures Entertainment Virtual Reality
04.2024 - 05.2024
Intern
Sony Pictures Entertainment, Post Production
06.2023 - 09.2023
Mentee
Sony PlayStation Productions
04.2019 - 05.2023
Food Runner
Steam Punk Coffee Bar & Kitchen
03.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic & Television Arts
Cal State University Northridge
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