Maya Haston
Charlotte,North Carolina
Summary
As a film director, screenwriter, and producer with 6+ years of experience, I have brought many compelling stories to life. Every aspect of the filmmaking process is an exciting challenge that I enthusiastically embrace. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, I strive to create films that engage and captivate audiences while working with diverse teams and managing tight deadlines to collaborate effectively and deliver exceptional results. I am eager to cultivate my storytelling and filmmaking skills by working in professional television and film environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Carmichael Studios
Greensboro, NC
05.2024 - Current
- Promoted from Vice President May 2022
- Producer of 3-4 short films per academic semester.
- Organize and host the UNCG Carmichael Studios Film Festival.
- Encouraged collaboration between teams across different departments.
- Collaborated with writers, directors, and actors to develop a script.
- Supervised filming, including camera setup, lighting adjustments, sound recording, and special effects implementation.
- Oversaw marketing strategies for distributing films in theaters or other media outlets.
- Created budgets and schedules for film production.
Film Director
MET Productions & Carmichael Studios
Greensboro, NC
08.2022 - Current
Carassius Auratus, December 2024 (present)
A short film, Dark Comedy/Drama, 18 minutes.
Positions: Screenwriter, Director, Producer.
A broke college student's life world flips upside down when he finds himself in a secret society of wealthy, arrogant students with a peculiar obsession.
Room 351, January to March 2024
A short film, Comedy, 10 minutes.
Positions: Assistant Director, Producer.
“After a ghost starts terrorizing four college roommates, they hire a brainless priest to perform an exorcism.
Always and Forever, Spring 2023
A short film, Drama, 15 minutes.
Positions: Director and Screenwriter
“Rose, a non-confrontational person, struggles to write a letter to her inseparable, heterosexual best friend, whom she, unfortunately, fell in love with.”
N'Oublie Pas De Vivre, Autumn 2022
A short film, Drama/Thriller, 11 minutes.
Positions: Director and Screenwriter
One year after the death of his friend, a young man begins to see his dead friend around his college campus. This leads him to reconnect with old friends and convince them that their friend is trying to reach out to him.
Directing and Acting Teaching Intern
National Student Leadership Conference
Los Angeles, CA
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans.
- Collaborated with other teaching interns on projects and activities for classrooms.
- Lead field trips to enhance learning experiences.
- Assisted in developing strategies to help students reach their academic goals.
Photography Editing Intern
UNCG Communications
Greensboro, NC
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Lightroom Classic.
- Organized and archived photos.
- Learned about different camera settings and techniques.
- Assisted with photoshoots using a Nikon.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies/Film
University of North Carolina Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05-2026
Skills
- Strong leadership
- Writing abilities
- Scriptwriting
- Film and Video Production
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Project Management
- Directing experience
- Camera operation
- Film editing
- Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Networking
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Verbal Communication
- Research
- MS Office
Languages
French
Professional
Timeline
President
Carmichael Studios
05.2024 - Current
Directing and Acting Teaching Intern
National Student Leadership Conference
05.2024 - 07.2024
Photography Editing Intern
UNCG Communications
07.2023 - 05.2024
Film Director
MET Productions & Carmichael Studios
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Media Studies/Film
University of North Carolina Greensboro