Adobe Premiere
John Swanson
Filmmaker
Suquamish,WA
Summary
Highly motivated and hard-working with knowledge and experience in all aspects of filmmaking, from preproduction all the way through post-production and release. Has worked extensively on all levels of short form video content production, and possesses a deep willingness to learn from colleagues and peers, while also able to step into leadership positions when necessary. Talent in generating and assembling raw footage, reordering sequences and adjusting content to align with artistic vision. Thrives in cooperative environments, has a good sense of humor, but maintains professionalism. Dedicated to high-quality work with an ownership of any mistakes or shortcomings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Video Productions
Freelance
09.2021 - Current
- Managed video shoots, set teams and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
- Worked as a video editor for TikTok, Youtube and other social media platforms for a variety of clients. Duties included compiling raw footage, editing for pacing and narrative flow while maintaining the original creator's vision.
- Drafted, wrote, and edited festival appearing scripted content, namely "The Drongo."
- Assisted clients and creative teams in script writing and set design.
- Worked on multiple short films, fulfilling instrumental roles in pre-production, production and post production. Collaborating with directors, cinematographers, and all levels of crew during production to bring their creative visions to life.
- Took over new responsibility outside of role during emergencies and last-minute changes.
- Demonstrated strong storytelling skills through effective sequencing, pacing, and continuity editing.
- Developed promotional materials, graphics, posters, pitch decks and videos.
Reader
Port Townsend Film Festival
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Served as a reader for the Port Townsend Film Festival, reviewing every submitted script.
- Generated coverage for selected scripts, providing feedback on engagement, feasibility, and festival fit.
- Worked within Ocean Bluff to provide rankings and comments on each reviewed screenplay.
- Managed time effectively and remotely, to have all scripts reviewed by the deadline.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Digital Filmmaking
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA 09.2019 - 06.2023
Skills
DSLR cameras
Software
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Creative Suite
DaVinci Resolve
Final Cut Pro
Avid Media Composer
OceanBluff
Accomplishments
- Writer/Producer/Editor/Colorist The Drongo
- Assistant Director Trinity Broken
- Producer Love and Loss in the 22nd Century,
- Lead in Madrona Fruit
- Gaffer on Death Sentence
Worked on multiple festival-appearing short films:
References
- Justice Maybury, Client for video work (360) 621-3632
- Robin Espinoza, Client for video work (360) 850-8112
- Amy Hesketh, Head of Olympic College Film
Program (360) 981-9666
Timeline
Reader
Port Townsend Film Festival
02.2024 - 03.2024
Video Productions
Freelance
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Digital Filmmaking
Olympic College
09.2019 - 06.2023