Kelsey Sidman
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
From a young age, an interest in the entertainment industry was sparked by its omnipresence, serving as a coping mechanism for understanding complex aspects of life. A college education in entertainment was pursued, leading to the refinement of creative skills through entertainment related internships and collaborative short film projects. Advanced organizational and interpersonal skills are exercised to create enduring media, transcending one's lifetime and resonating with new generations.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Development Intern
87North Productions
09.2023 - Current
- Assessing scripts, novels, and short stories for project development.
- Scouring various platforms for high-potential IP while adhering to the company's brand.
- Analyzing films to discover potential directors for future projects.
- Covering for assistants and updating call sheets to facilitate timely collaborations.
Producer/Writer/Director
B.A. Capstone Program Emerson College
09.2022 - Current
- Researched and co-authored a horror film script with the team, ensuring a successful project.
- Elevated productivity by assembling a dedicated cast and crew, based on experience and shared project goals.
- Efficiently produced and directed the film in just three on-set days, utilizing critical thinking and strong time management.
- Collaborated with the editor to finalize the film for submission to genre-specific film festivals in 2024.
Head Intern
Filmmakers Collaborative
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Taught at FC Academy, a children's summer film camp, to inspire young filmmakers (ages 10-14) and nurture personal creative skills.
- Improved office efficiency through diverse administrative tasks, including file organization, scheduling, social media management, technology, budgeting, and email handling.
- Played a key role in the 2023 Boston International Kids Film Festival, regularly screening films and helping create appealing lineups for the festival audience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts Production
Emerson College
Boston, MA12.2023
Summer Film Intensive Program -
FAMU International
Prague, Czech Republic07.2022
Skills
- Script Coverage, Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Draft Pro, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Film Grip & Electric, Driver's License
Timeline
Development Intern
87North Productions
09.2023 - Current
Head Intern
Filmmakers Collaborative
05.2023 - 08.2023
Producer/Writer/Director
B.A. Capstone Program Emerson College
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts Production
Emerson College
Summer Film Intensive Program -
FAMU International
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