Final Draft
KONSTANTINOS PATERONIS
DIRECTOR/WRITER/PRODUCER
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Award Winning Film Director and Screenwriter eager to bring valuable experience and careful craftsmanship to the right production company. Film and Video Production: Wide-ranging knowledge of film and video projects from inception to completion. Effective at organizing and coordinating shoots. Broad experience using production equipment. Conduct quick turnaround script analysis to contribute to script changes. Adept at revisions and editing scenes, treatments, and scripts. Competent in film and sound editing. Administration and Communication: Provide efficient administrative direction and support for a diverse array of crew and creative staff. Prioritize and organize workloads to meet strict deadlines. Train and support team members. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with management, staff, and internal and external stakeholders. Multiple awards for short films ”FATAL PERFECTION” (2019) and “ALL OR NOTHING” (2017).
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Film Director
Freelancer
Los Angeles, CA
10.2017 - Current
- Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
- Managed casting and selected shot locations.
- Chose locations and settings for individual scenes, angles of cameras and gestures used by actors
- Independently conceptualized timelines, storyboards and themes of video projects.
- Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
- Conducted 15 rehearsals before film production to stimulate actors' emotions and creative side.
- Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
- Collaborated with five producers to make collective vision for four films.
- Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone
Screenwriter
Freelancer
Los Angeles, CA
09.2017 - Current
- Storyboarded screenplays and scripts based on production ideas.
- Researched topics and ideas for screenplays.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Formatted screenplays into usable scripts.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
Producer
Daniel Ilishayev
Los Angeles, CA
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Led daily production meetings and weekly production calls.
- Coordinated with talent relations department to facilitate execution and payment of talent contracts.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations for production company specializing in creating films.
- Managed video shoots, set teams and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
- Acquired permits and equipment to film project.
- Completed inventory audits of various equipment and handled automated financial and customer databases.
- Coordinated with client to define project specifications, vision, scope and budget.
- Negotiated contracts and rates to save company money.
- Monitored industry trends to stay informed of innovative technology, production equipment and editing software.
- Created production schedules for every step of video production.
- Prepared over 40 contracts and finalized paperwork for cast and crew hires on project.
Education
BFA - Filmmaking
New York Film Academy
Los Angeles, CA 09.2014 - 09.2017
Skills
Film Directing
Pre- and post-production Proficiency
Screenwriting Expertise
Schedule & Budget Management
Production Management
Strong Graphic and Visual Sense
Affiliations
- Greek Directors Guild
- OldSin Collective
Additional Information
- AWARDS & PRIZES FOR FATAL PERFECTION (2018)
“Honorable Mention – Screenplay Short” – Won Jury Award | 2018 Los Angeles Film Awards “Best Screenplay” – Won Diamond Award | 2018 L.A Shorts Awards, “Official Selection” – October 2018 | 2018 Mindfield Film Festival Los Angeles.
- AWARDS & PRIZES FOR ALL OR NOTHING (2017)
“Best Student Short Film of the Month” – Won AIFF Award | 2018 Aab International Film Festival (AIFF), “Best US Film" – Won Cinematography Award | 2018 European Cinematography Awards, “Honorable Mention – Student Film” – Won Jury Award "Best Film Noir" | 2018 Los Angeles Film Awards, “Best Short Film/Best Director” – Won Silver & Gold Awards | 2018 Mindfield Film Festival Albuquerque, “Best Short Film/Best Director” – Won 2 Gold Awards | 2018 Mindfiel, Film Festival Los Angeles “Best Director of the Festival/Best Man Filmmaker” – Won Jury Prizes | 2017 Barcelona Planet Film Festival, “Best Action Film” – Won December Monthly Edition | 2017 Oniros Film Awards.
- FILMOGRAPHY:
"ESTHÉTIQUE" (2021) Producer
“CAPTIVE” (2020) | 2nd Unit Director
“FATAL PERFECTION” (2019) Director | Producer
“ALL OR NOTHING” (2017) Director | Producer
“THE LAST FUNERAL” (2017) Director
- SCREENWRITING:
“GRANDFATHER” (Feature Film) (2019) Screenwriter
“THE STREETS” (Feature Film) (2018) Screenwriter
“FATAL PERFECTION” (Short Film) (2018) Screenwriter
“ALL OR NOTHING” (Short Film) (2017) Screenwriter
"FAVELA" (Experimental Music Video) (2017) Screenwriter
Strengths
- Enthusiastic and creative.
- Consistent results meeting deadlines and objectives.
- Excellent organizational and communication talents.
- Solid skills in improving productivity and efficiency while reducing costs.
Recommendations
BRUCE MACWILLIAMS (DGA) Director | (310) 430-2177, brucemacwilliams@mac.com
SAVVAS CHRISTOU (“ALPHA FILM FESTIVAL”) Director/Producer | (747) 203-2910, savvaschristou99@gmail.com
AARON GONZALEZ (“MINDFIELD FILM FESTIVAL, ALBUQUERQUE”) Festival Director | mindfieldabq@gmail.com
DANIEL ILISHAYEV (INDEPENDENT) Executive Producer/Director | (917) 679-2380, ilishaev.daniel@gmail.com
EVANGELOS PROTOPAPAS (“OLD SIN COLLECTIVE” CEO) Musician| oldsincollective@gmail.com
KSENIYA YORSH (INDEPENDENT) Producer| (818) 371-3126, kseniya.yorsh@gmail.com
Software
Cltx
Final Cut Pro
Avid Media Composer
Adobe Premier
Pro Tools
Shot Designer
Adobe Lightroom
Timeline
Producer
Daniel Ilishayev
01.2021 - 05.2021
Film Director
Freelancer
10.2017 - Current
Screenwriter
Freelancer
09.2017 - Current
BFA - Filmmaking
New York Film Academy
09.2014 - 09.2017