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Nicholas Rector

Thornton,Colorado

Summary

Astute filmmaking professional successful at writing, directing and editing productions. Analytical and decisive leader with strong multitasking, planning and problem-solving abilities. Gifted communicator and diplomatic conflict manager.


Talented Technical Support Representative with gift for understanding needs of both business and home users. Versed in troubleshooting and desktop support on Windows, systems. Proven skill in resolving problems quickly on first call.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Filmmaker

Natecsystems
06.2023 - Current
  • Completed editing by cutting and arranging footage to create final versions of films.
  • Wrote scripts by creating stories and dialogue for films to establish plots and characters.
  • Created visual effects and computer-generated imagery (CGI) to enhance films.
  • Used dialogue, sound effects and music to create soundscapes for films.
  • Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew, and cast members and obtaining permits.
  • Coordinated with production team, producer and director to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs, and devise shooting schedule.
  • Managed client contact, shoot scheduling and product deliveries.
  • Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
  • Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
  • Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.

IT Support Engineer

Natecsystems
05.2019 - Current
  • Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
  • Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees.
  • Promoted efficiency among departments with prompt resolution of system issues.
  • Assisted with updating technical support best practices for use by team.
  • Researched product and issue resolution tactics to address customer concerns.
  • Installed and configured operating systems and applications.
  • Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
  • Configured and tested new software and hardware.

Volunteer

Shepherd Of The Valley Church
01.2018 - Current
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Provided administrative support to department leads to help organize events and fundraisers.
  • Collected and responded to user feedback through iterative improvements to site structure and content.
  • Collaborated with business development personnel to verify compliance with customer requirements.
  • Created consistent structural input format to maintain site continuity by authoring and implementing best-practices for designers and content providers.
  • Four year Soccer coach for VBS Camps.

Education

Jefferson Academy High School
Broomfield, CO
05.2024

Skills

  • Producing Videos
  • Film Cutting and Editing
  • Production Details Brainstorming
  • Audition Coordination
  • Issue Troubleshooting
  • User Guidance
  • Training Material Development
  • Computer System Maintenance
  • Application Installation
  • Creative Development
  • Build Themes
  • Script Development

Writing

Active writer. Soon to be published Author. Experienced in fantasy story telling, world building story and character development. 

Timeline

Filmmaker

Natecsystems
06.2023 - Current

IT Support Engineer

Natecsystems
05.2019 - Current

Volunteer

Shepherd Of The Valley Church
01.2018 - Current

Jefferson Academy High School
Nicholas Rector