Cinematographer offering 3+ years of production experience from pre-production to post-production. Deeply familiar with the practical application of camera equipment and maintaining equipment. Adept at planning and preparing for shots in different locations.
Dedicated recreation assistant with proven success in enhancing recreational opportunities to support community needs. Promoted a safe environment for staff and participants while maintaining responsible operations of programs. Demonstrated diplomacy, objectivity, a positive attitude, and high energy.
Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cinematographer
Freelance
02.2021 - Current
Collaborated with colleagues to find creative solutions to challenges facing the team.
Planned number and type of cameras, angles, and lighting requirements for shoots.
Wrote, directed, and produced over 50 short films, including three commercial advertisements
Performed test shoots by using different focal lengths and camera placements.
Checked lighting and composition of each scene and made adjustments to meet their needs.
Recreation Aide
MWR
09.2021 - Current
Communicated accurate information about available services and facilities to promote enrollment.
Delivered recreational programs to meet needs and preferences of diverse resident population.
Lead recreation like bingo and Mario Kart programs for active-duty sailors, providing motivation and guidance to participants.
Set up and break down equipment and supplies used in activities, focusing on safe handling and storage.
Distributed publicity for programs to market programs.
Collaborated with staff to create recreation offerings and facilitated communication about new programs to generate involvement.
Machinist
US Navy
01.2016 - 12.2021
Ran heavy-duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers, and grinders to craft products.
Mentored and trained crew members on LHD7 and NAVSTA MAYPORT.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cinematography
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
10.2023
Machining
Great Lakes Il.
Illinois, Chicago
12.2015
Skills
Post-Production Editing
Lighting Scene
Post-Production Activities: Color correction, Audio Mixing, Video editing
Setting Up Cameras
Composition and Visual Design
Adobe Systems Adobe Premiere Pro
Technical Issue Troubleshooting
Fluent in English, Swahili and Bantu
Accomplishments
Conserved resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently.
Met company standard times and individual productivity goals.
Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Supervised team of 20 staff members.
Promoted to Lead Machinist within 11 months of employment.