Junhao Tuo
Santa Barbara,United States
Summary
I have five years of photography experience. I worked as a photographer in high school and at some university events. I am the photographer for UCSB men's basketball team right now. I have volunteered many times at campus events. I am currently a Film and Media Study student. I have worked on 22 student short films. I have worked as a director, photographer, editor, and actor in film sets. My specialty would be using camera movements to tell story. I've already filmed 5 of my own short film projects. I have volunteered at the school film festival and have done a great job. I also worked as a SBIFF(Santa Barbara International Film Festival) PR intern in 2023 and 2024. I helped organize the red carpet events. I am helpful and willing to help others within my ability. I am good at listening and sharing my point of view. I am very adaptable and can do my job well and efficiently.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
SBIFF (Santa Barbara International Film Festival)
Santa Barbara , CA
2022.12 - 2024.02
- I worked as a PR intern for SBIFF (Santa Barbara International Film Festival)
- Attended and participated in meetings and brainstorming sessions with team members.
- Helped organizing the Red Carpet events for SBIFF and made sure that the events went well and organized.
- Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
REEL LOUD FILM FESTIVAL COMMITTEE
UCSB Film And Media Studies Department
Goleta , CA
2023.11 - Current
- REEL LOUD FILM FESTIVAL is a annual film festival in UCSB. I worked in the committee to organize the whole festival event.
- Collaborated with team members to create a comprehensive social media strategy.
- Confirming the venue, determining the festival theme, publicity efforts, filming promotional videos, and planning various festival activities
- Developed production budgets and schedules for multiple projects.
UCIV BOARD MEMBER
UCIV
Goleta , CA
2023.06 - Current
- UCIV is a student organization under Associated Students in UCSB. We organize the events and tabling in IV, student community,
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
Director, Cinematographer of My Own Short Films
Student Film
New York , NY
2022.07 - Current
- I was involved in the production of several short films as a director and photographer. I was in charge of the overall site preparation and filming. I also assisted with the editing.
- Recruited and worked with other crews on operations and performance expectations.
- Guided and motivated staff to drive maximum performance.
- Wrote, directed and produced original short films
Crew Member
UCSB Film And Media Studies Department
Santa Barbara , CA
2022.03 - 2022.06
- I worked as a cameraman, boom operator, and editor for other students' short film and documentary.
- Supported camera operations on film crew by handling measuring and focus during filming, helping set up, build and maintain camera and lenses and writing camera reports.
- Operated film production cameras, controlled shot framing and camera movements and also filmed aboard aerial devices and operated mechanical camera cranes.
Photographer
UCSB Men's Basketball Team
Goleta , CA
2023.09 - Current
- I have been working as a photography for UCSB Men's Basketball Team.
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images in big events.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media Study
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2025
Skills
- Story pitching
- Photography
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Digital Video
- Lighting Expert
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Social Media Management
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
- Film Production, Script Writing, Cinematography, Videography, Film Analysis, Media Criticism, Documentary, Editing, Film History
- Theater Stage Management, Audition Director
Soft Skill
- Decision Making
- Open-Mindedness
- Scheduling
- Report Writing
- Collaboration
Hobby
- Photography
- Video Games
- Basketball
- Outdoor Activity
- Reading and Writing
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
REEL LOUD FILM FESTIVAL COMMITTEE
UCSB Film And Media Studies Department
2023.11 - Current
Photographer
UCSB Men's Basketball Team
2023.09 - Current
UCIV BOARD MEMBER
UCIV
2023.06 - Current
Intern
SBIFF (Santa Barbara International Film Festival)
2022.12 - 2024.02
Director, Cinematographer of My Own Short Films
Student Film
2022.07 - Current
Crew Member
UCSB Film And Media Studies Department
2022.03 - 2022.06
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media Study
University of California, Santa Barbara
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