Juan Martinez
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
My name is Juan Martinez and I am a current student at Florida State University's College of Motion Picture arts. Here I hope to perfect my skills as a filmmaker and photographer to go into an industry where I can show my commitment to the craft of photo and video production.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Concert Photographer
Wonkytown DJ Rooms
Tallahassee, FL
10.2023 - Current
- Captures the crowd's energy, including their reactions, dancing, and interaction with the DJ.
- Apply creative effects in post-production (where appropriate) to enhance the atmosphere captured during the concert.
- Deliver the final edited images promptly, often on a tight deadline for promotional or social media use.
Event Photographer
Otaku Festivals and Conventions
Miami, Florida
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Worked closely with event staff, organizers, and attendees while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Captured candid moments of attendees interacting, engaging in activities, and enjoying the convention. This includes people networking, attending workshops, and exploring exhibitor booths.
- Was flexible and adaptable to unexpected changes in the schedule or setup.
Head of Distribution
Aquila Entertainment
Tallahassee, Florida
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Worked with promotional material involving events and studio productions.
- Attended main board meetings to discuss future plans.
- Spoke in front of large groups providing information on Aquila.
Photographer & Videographer
The Sparrows
Tallahassee, Florida
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Gathered media to create promotional material for the band, The Sparrows, by attending concerts and events
- Coordinated photo/video shoots with band members to fulfill a vision.
Production Assistant
Fox Reality television show "Homestead Stories"
01.2022
- Assisted with setting up and breaking down equipment, such as cameras, lights, and audio.
- Contributed to the construction of sets and movement of set pieces.
- Assist with paperwork, such as time sheets, release forms, and location agreements.
- Helped with pre-production tasks and errands.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2026
Graduated with a 3.6 weighted GPA -
Olympic Heights High School
Skills
- Customer service/ People skills
- Problem solver
- Set Edicate
- Photography/ Videography
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Premiere Pro
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Event Photographer
Otaku Festivals and Conventions
05.2024 - 05.2024
Concert Photographer
Wonkytown DJ Rooms
10.2023 - Current
Head of Distribution
Aquila Entertainment
01.2022 - 05.2024
Production Assistant
Fox Reality television show "Homestead Stories"
01.2022
Photographer & Videographer
The Sparrows
01.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Florida State University
Graduated with a 3.6 weighted GPA -
Olympic Heights High School