MATHIAS FAIN
Summary
Experienced professional content creator with a proven track record of producing high-quality written, visual, and multimedia content. Recognized for developing impactful campaigns that effectively resonate with audiences and contribute to brand growth. Valued for adaptability, collaborative teamwork, and consistently achieving outstanding results. Proficient in content management, search engine optimization (SEO), and the art of storytelling.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Producer
Tyche Films
05.2010 - Current
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams, contributing innovative ideas for new projects or campaigns.
- Trained junior team members on best practices in content production techniques and optimization strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry influencers for potential collaborations or guest contributions to company publications.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Assisted in video production process from pre-production planning through post-production editing stages.
Cinematographer
Sallywood
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Optimized post-production workflows, collaborating closely with editors to achieve desired look, color grading, and final output quality for each project.
- Performed test shoots by using different focal lengths and camera placements.
- Collaborated with directors to develop compelling visual storytelling for various projects.
- Maximized production value by selecting appropriate equipment and technology for each project.
Cinematographer
Surpassing Sight
08.2022 - 12.2022
Cinematographer
Crush - Short Film
12.2018 - 01.2019
Cinematographer
The Pistol - Short Film
02.2018 - 02.2018
director/videographer
What Lola Wants
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Company Overview: Produced by Tyche Films
- Stills & Behind the scenes
- Shot on HD
- Produced by Tyche Films
2nd unit Camera
Dark Summer
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Shot on HD
Cinematographer
Tales From the Riverbank
02.2015 - 03.2015
Cinematographer
Pencils Down! The 100 Days of the Writers Guild St
03.2014 - 04.2014
director/videographer
We Bought A Zoo
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Company Overview: Produced by Tyche Films
- Documentary / Behind the scenes
- Shot on HD
- Produced by Tyche Films
director/videographer
I Stand with Planned Parenthood
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Company Overview: Produced by Tyche Films
- PSA starring Scarlett Johansson
- Shot on HD
- Produced by Tyche Films
On-set Producer
HBO First Look
07.2011 - 09.2011
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
On-Set Dresser
A Thousand Words
03.2011 - 05.2011
writer/director
Pourquoi non à L'amour
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Company Overview: Produced by Tyche Films
- 9 minutes
- Shot on HD
- Filmed on location in Paris, France & Los Angeles
- Premiered at Cannes Film Festival, 2010
- Produced by Tyche Films
writer/director / camera
Battle of the Unknown Comics
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Company Overview: Murphy Boyz Entertainment, LLC
- 22 minutes
- Shot in HD
- Featuring comedian Tommy Davidson
- Murphy Boyz Entertainment, LLC
producer/director / camera
GAMC regional spots
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Company Overview: Glendale Adventist Medical Center
- Shot in HD
- Glendale Adventist Medical Center
B Camera Operator
Alone in the Dark 2
02.2008 - 03.2008
- Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
- Supported multi-camera setups by effectively communicating with other operators to achieve desired coverage during live events or studio recordings.
- Worked with directors to capture desired shots.
- Operated various camera types proficiently, including DSLR, mirrorless, and cinema cameras, ensuring optimal image quality for each project.
writer/director
Max & the Furious Fly
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Company Overview: Orange Grove Productions, LLC
- 15 minutes
- Shot on 35mm
- Orange Grove Productions, LLC
director / camera
Speed
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Filmed in 2005 on 35mm with MOTO-RIG camera crane system
director / camera
Parents Anti-Drug
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Company Overview: Filmed in Los Angeles for Ogilvy & Mather Advertising
- Filmed in 2004 on 35mm
- Filmed in Los Angeles for Ogilvy & Mather Advertising
director/ camera
Puma
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Company Overview: Produced by Tyche Films
- Filmed in 2004 on 35mm
- Produced by Tyche Films
Art Director
Sin
01.2002 - 06.2003
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
Art Director
Written in Blood
10.2002 - 11.2002
Art Director
Devil Talk
02.2002 - 03.2002
Art Director
Bad City Blues
03.1999 - 10.2000
Education
No Degree - Previs & 3D For Film Production Workflow
Gnomon School Of Visual Effects
Los Angeles05-2018
Master of Fine Art - Producing
American Film Institute (AFI)
01.2003
BA - Marketing & Economics
SUNY Fredonia
01.1996
BA - French Literature
La Sorbonne
01.1996
Skills
- Davinci Resolve
- Avid Media Composer
- 3D Graphics
- Digital Media
- Camera Operator
- Still Photographer
- Cinematography Guild of America
- Art Directors Guild of America
- Set Decoration Guild of America
- Video editing
- Content production
- Brand storytelling
- Problem-solving
- Video production
- Content planning
- Digital photography
- Visual storytelling
- Photography
- Video content creation
Websites
Alternative Email
tychefilms@me.com
Awards
- 2006, Audience Award at LAIFF, Max & the Furious Fly, writer/director
- 2003, Franklin J. Schaffner Fellowship Award for Producing, American Film Institute
- 2003, Miami International Short Film Festival, Off Track Betting, writer/producer
- 2003, Wine Country Film Festival, Off Track Betting, writer/producer
- 2001, Sundance Film Festival Audience Award, Peter Rabbit and the Crucifix, producer
Representation
EU, SERIAL MOVIES - STEPHANE RODIN, 201 rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré, Paris, France, 75008, +33. 6 60 97 62 87, +33. 1 82 00 60 15, corporate@serialmovies.fr, serialmovies.fr
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Interests
- Road Trips
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Cooking
- Swimming
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Music
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Interior Design
- Photography
Timeline
Cinematographer
Sallywood
10.2024 - 12.2024
Cinematographer
Surpassing Sight
08.2022 - 12.2022
Cinematographer
Crush - Short Film
12.2018 - 01.2019
Cinematographer
The Pistol - Short Film
02.2018 - 02.2018
Cinematographer
Tales From the Riverbank
02.2015 - 03.2015
director/videographer
What Lola Wants
01.2015 - 12.2015
2nd unit Camera
Dark Summer
01.2015 - 12.2015
Cinematographer
Pencils Down! The 100 Days of the Writers Guild St
03.2014 - 04.2014
director/videographer
We Bought A Zoo
01.2012 - 12.2012
On-set Producer
HBO First Look
07.2011 - 09.2011
On-Set Dresser
A Thousand Words
03.2011 - 05.2011
director/videographer
I Stand with Planned Parenthood
01.2011 - 12.2011
Content Producer
Tyche Films
05.2010 - Current
writer/director
Pourquoi non à L'amour
01.2009 - 12.2009
B Camera Operator
Alone in the Dark 2
02.2008 - 03.2008
writer/director / camera
Battle of the Unknown Comics
01.2008 - 12.2008
producer/director / camera
GAMC regional spots
01.2006 - 12.2008
writer/director
Max & the Furious Fly
01.2006 - 12.2006
director / camera
Speed
01.2005 - 12.2005
director / camera
Parents Anti-Drug
01.2004 - 12.2004
director/ camera
Puma
01.2004 - 12.2004
Art Director
Written in Blood
10.2002 - 11.2002
Art Director
Devil Talk
02.2002 - 03.2002
Art Director
Sin
01.2002 - 06.2003
Art Director
Bad City Blues
03.1999 - 10.2000
BA - Marketing & Economics
SUNY Fredonia
BA - French Literature
La Sorbonne
No Degree - Previs & 3D For Film Production Workflow
Gnomon School Of Visual Effects
Master of Fine Art - Producing
American Film Institute (AFI)
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