Mason Gardner
Columbia,MO
Summary
Resourceful Eagle Scout with a talent for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Specialize as Creative Camera Operator, Gaff and Grip, Possess strong technical skills in camera operation, and lighting setup, ensuring productive execution from start to finish. Efficient with first aid, ensuring preparedness and swift response in various environments. Excel in leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving, leveraging these skills to achieve goals and support team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Eagle Scout
Boy Scouts of America Troop 7 Columbia
Columbia, Missouri
04.2018 - Current
- Organized and conducted Scouting activities, such as camping trips and hikes.
- Led group discussions on topics related to the Scout Oath and Law.
- Provided guidance for Scouts in developing leadership skills and personal growth.
- Instructed Scouts in knot tying, fire building, first aid, cooking, and other outdoor skills.
- Motivated Scouts to achieve their goals by providing positive reinforcement.
Camera Operator
Valencia College
Orlando, FL
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Monitored and adjusted lighting, audio levels, and camera angles to capture desired shots.
- Maintained technical equipment including cameras, lenses, tripods, and other related items.
- Organized transportation of cameras, lenses and other equipment between shooting locations.
- Prepared shot lists prior to each shoot outlining specific frames needed for editing purposes.
Key Grip / Gaffer
Valencia College
Orlando, FL
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Checked the safety of all grip equipment before each take to ensure proper functioning.
- Provided technical advice on lighting setups to the Director of Photography
- Loaded and unloaded truck beds with grip gear according to daily call sheet.
- Communicated with directors and other crew members to discuss filming sequences, desired effects and lighting requirements.
- Placed flags, nets, silks, scrims, bounce boards and diffusers to control light intensity
Education
Associate of Science - Film Production Technology
Valencia College
Orlando, FL07-2024
Skills
- Film Production
- Camera Operation
- Creative Direction
- Lighting Setup
- Crew Support
- Emergency Preparedness
- Excellent Communication
- Terrain Analysis
Timeline
Camera Operator
Valencia College
09.2023 - 07.2024
Key Grip / Gaffer
Valencia College
09.2023 - 07.2024
Eagle Scout
Boy Scouts of America Troop 7 Columbia
04.2018 - Current
Associate of Science - Film Production Technology
Valencia College