Michael Gardocki
Summary
Highly motivated aspiring Film maker/student looking to refine his work and continue his education to the next level.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/Writer/Actor/Editor
Self-employed
- Scheduled filming days and weekends, from pre-production meetings to final edits.
- Chose locations and settings for individual scenes, angles of cameras and gestures used by actors
- Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
- Managed casting and selected shot locations.
- Collaborated with creative directors and producers to plan, coordinate and execute complex video productions.
- Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
- Independently conceptualized timelines, storyboards and themes of video projects.
- Effectively operated camera, audio and production equipment during staffing shortages.
- Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
- Assigned tasks to assistant editors and interns to improve video production.
- Operated industry-standard cameras, lighting and photography equipment and various job-related computer software.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations.
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotional actions and situations, using body movements, and gestures.
- Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues.
- Worked collaboratively with other actors to perform scenes and convey stories.
- Made necessary adjustments to acting, following guidance and requests from directors.
- Traveled to set locations to complete onsite filming.
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Provided constructive feedback and insight into performance of colleagues role.
- Offered suggestions to directors regarding roles, scenes and lines to improve output.
- Used body language, facial expressions and vocal techniques to convey messages.
- Collaborated with other actors to create believable and dynamic scenes.
- Developed characters through improvisation and script analysis.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
- Provided writing support for various projects and departments.
- Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
- Performed post-production work, edited sound and sequences and provided final product within time and budget constraints.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
- Organized assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding video, and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
- Organized and worked with raw footage from multiple cameras and sources.
- Contributed new ideas and looked for ways to improve content editing and processes.
- Understood director's artistic vision and maintained alignment with vision throughout editing process.
- Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and accomplish project objectives.
- Utilized demonstrable technical, editorial and creative storytelling skills in editing, producing and design.
Camera Operator/Streaming Media Producer
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
09.2021 - Current
- Streamed live College Volleyball and Basketball games. Responsible for setting up streaming equipment such as PTZ Cameras, Lip Microphones, PC, and Commentary table.
- Responsible for Streaming events to the public using Youtube/OBS Studio making sure the audio, camera work and streaming quality were at peak efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Responsible in giving the viewers the statistics of the event taking place.
- Adjusted focus, zoom and aperture to obtain desired shot effects.
- Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.
Package Handler
FedEx:Ground
Livonia, MI
2020.03 - Current
- Unloaded and Scanned packages from trucks to be delivered
- Determined what packages go into the system and out
- Repaired damaged packages and made sure they were suited for delivery.
- Identified hazardous materials and revoked them into going through the system
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Stored and secured packages in designated areas to prevent damage and theft.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
E commerce Personal Shopper
Walmart
Southgate, MI
2017.11 - 2019.10
- Responsible for finding grocery items through out the store for customers shopping online
- Responsible for delivering grocery's to customers car, making sure they are satisfied with what was picked for them.
- Responsible for running In Store Pick Up which allows customers to pick up packages they ordered online from the store.
- Helped answer customer questions, along with helping them process returns/refunds.
- Customer Service through the phone answering any questions and concerns while collaborating with other Walmart services to resolve any issues.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Associate of Arts - Telecommunications/Film
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI08.2023
Skills
- Writing
- Lighting and Camera Angles
- Scene and Sequence Timing
- Project Management
- People Management
- Write Scripts
- Critical Thinking
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Monitoring
- Films and Recordings Direction
- Story Pitching
- Design Sets
- Cast and Crew Supervision
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Reading Comprehension
- Strategic Planning
- Scene Continuity
- Crew Collaboration
- Cinematography
- Actor Collaboration
- YouTube
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Creative Writing
- Film Studies/Critiquing
- Film Analysis
- Story Development Skill
- Active Listening
- On-Camera Skills
Youtube Channel
Contains content that I have edited, directed, and acted in. The Short Film titled "Liar" was my Independent Study project. This was done with little to no budget.
Affiliations
- Dr. Thomas Hopkins
- Phone Number: 313-410-2004
- Email: thopkins@hfcc.edu
- Mark Hall
- Phone Number: 313-333-8083
- Email: dmhall5638@hfcc.edu
- Rochelle Taylor Phone Number: 313-317-4138 Email: rtaylor33@hfcc.edu
Timeline
Camera Operator/Streaming Media Producer
Henry Ford College
09.2021 - Current
Package Handler
FedEx:Ground
2020.03 - Current
E commerce Personal Shopper
Walmart
2017.11 - 2019.10
Associate of Arts - Telecommunications/Film
Henry Ford College
Director/Writer/Actor/Editor
Self-employed
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