Jason Rhee
Summary
Astute filmmaking professional successful at writing, directing and editing productions. Analytical and decisive leader with strong multitasking, planning and problem-solving abilities. Proficient communicator and diplomatic conflict manager. Well-versed in overseeing all facets of film production, from conceptual development through final delivery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR/PRODUCER
EJ Lee Documentary LLC
06.2021 - Current
- Oversee production process, collaborating with crew members and film participants to implement creative vision, determine technical needs, and devise shooting schedule.
- Fundraise & manage film budgets effectively, ensuring all resources were allocated efficiently.
- Enhance storytelling quality through meticulous development and research.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, legal requirements, safety protocols during all stages of production.
PRODUCER/ CREATIVE CONSULTANT
Mural Dances
07.2021
- Assisted with location scouting, event management, hiring crew members, and booking musical and artist talent
- Direction, Videography, Interviewing, Production, Casting
- Basic Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Canon C100
- AP Style, Copy Editing, Copy Writing
- Mac & PC Proficient
Mutual Aid Organizer
Bucktown Wicker-Park Mutual Aid
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Supported fundraising efforts by coordinating events, securing sponsorships, and preparing promotional materials.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency amongst volunteers through the implementation of online forms, website, and volunteer database.
- Managed volunteer coordination to assist with donations and food drop-offs, effectively matching skills with neighborhood needs and providing appropriate training.
- Managed incoming correspondence including phone calls, emails, mailings while providing prompt responses or forwarding inquiries as needed.
EDITORIAL ASSISTANT
The Onion
12.2018 - 11.2021
- Prioritized seeking out diverse writers for publication by organizing yearly writing workshops, panels, and happy hour events for minorities and other underrepresented groups to network and learn satire
- Support Managing Editor and Onion and ClickHole Editorial Coordinators in the running of editorial operations
- Provide key administrative support to Writers and Editors
- Coordinate workflow between Graphics, Web Production, Onion Editorial, Video Production, and Product/Tech teams, ensuring both fluid communication between all parties and successful achievement of all Onion and ClickHole initiatives
- Track all content as it moves through each stage of production and form effective strategies for aiding staff workflow
FEATURES CONTRIBUTER/ HEADLINE CONTRIBUTER
The Onion/ Onion News Network
08.2014 - 11.2021
- Completed daily features assignments, such as American Voices
- Sent in multiple lists of headlines based on timely and sports news
WRITER'S PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Conan
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Facilitate nightly shows during Dallas tour through note-taking and assembling documents/outlines during writer's meetings, as well as fact-checking interview research on celebrity guests
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Cinema, Screenwriting
DePaul University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Field Production
- Presentation Skills
- Team Leadership
- Talent Acquisition
- Proofreading
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Creative Direction
- Creative Writing
Timeline
PRODUCER/ CREATIVE CONSULTANT
Mural Dances
07.2021
DIRECTOR/PRODUCER
EJ Lee Documentary LLC
06.2021 - Current
Mutual Aid Organizer
Bucktown Wicker-Park Mutual Aid
05.2020 - 07.2021
EDITORIAL ASSISTANT
The Onion
12.2018 - 11.2021
WRITER'S PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Conan
05.2015 - 07.2015
FEATURES CONTRIBUTER/ HEADLINE CONTRIBUTER
The Onion/ Onion News Network
08.2014 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Cinema, Screenwriting
DePaul University
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