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John Lester III

Irvington,NJ

Summary

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Dependable Production Assistant with successful track record handling multiple responsibilities. Hardworking professional eager to pitch in and help, including escorting actors to trailers, building sets and photographing locations.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Film Production Assistant

Montclair State University
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Created shot lists, booked talent and locations and prepared sets for shooting to provide comprehensive production support.
  • Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
  • Oversaw calendar to assist in coordinating daily production schedule, managing shifts and adequate coverage.
  • Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
  • Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
  • Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.

Screenwriter

Montclair State University
09.2023 - 05.2025
  • Storyboarded screenplays and scripts based on production ideas.
  • Researched topics and ideas for screenplays.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Delved into unique themes and subjects with each work to enhance artistic growth and skill.
  • Chose and followed targeted styles, grammatical approaches and narrative voices for each piece.

Film Director

Montclair State University
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
  • Scheduled filming days and weekends, from pre-production meetings to final edits.
  • Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
  • Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.

Education

BA - Film and Television & Theatre Studies

Montclair State University
01.2025

Skills

  • Film editing
  • Script development
  • Collaboration
  • Character analysis
  • Creative direction
  • Visionary storytelling
  • Artistic Sensibility
  • Strong leadership
  • Pre-production planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Equipment transportation
  • Task prioritization

Timeline

Film Production Assistant

Montclair State University
09.2024 - 05.2025

Film Director

Montclair State University
06.2024 - 12.2024

Screenwriter

Montclair State University
09.2023 - 05.2025

BA - Film and Television & Theatre Studies

Montclair State University