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Nicholas Frank LaMattina

Nicholas Frank LaMattina

Staten Island,NY

Summary

Ambitious Screenwriter with eight years of experience. Extensive knowledge about the film process and writing for film and television. Successful at accepting criticism and listening to feedback with a talent for creating dynamic characters.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Screenwriter

Screenplayadvisors.com
Staten Island, NY
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with producers and directors to ensure the script was consistent with the overall vision of the project.
  • Researched potential storylines and themes for upcoming projects.
  • Revised scripts based on feedback from colleagues, executives, or clients.
  • Edited existing scripts to improve clarity and structure of material.
  • Conducted interviews with writers, directors, actors, and other industry professionals to gain insight into the filmmaking process.
  • Outlined sequences of events in developing stories using a three-act structure.
  • Sent screenplays into production companies for review.

The Stanley Kubrick Appreciation Society Podcast

Mark Lentz - Founder
New York, NY
01.2022 - Current
  • Participated in several podcasts and gave commentary on the life and work of Stanley Kubrick
  • Spoke eloquently about film theory, the screenplay paradigm and Kubrick's oeuvre.

Secondary School English Teacher

Self Employed Tutor
Staten Island, NY
09.2008 - 01.2023
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
  • Created and administered tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet each student's unique needs.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through class discussions, debates, and projects.
  • Evaluated student performance using a variety of assessment tools.
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
  • Assisted students with college application essays and scholarship applications.
  • Instructed students on literary analysis techniques including symbolism, irony, metaphor.
  • Advised students on career options related to English language studies.

Education

Master of Fine Arts - Writing For Film And Television

The David Lynch School of Cinematic Arts At MIU
Fairfield, IA
05-2026

Certificate in Filmmaking - Film Studies, Still Photography, Filmmaking

The New School
New York, NY
01-2020

Bachelor of Arts - American And English Literature

The City University of New York CSI
Staten Island, NY
05-2005

Certificates in Improvisation & Acting For The Camera - Visual And Performing Arts

John Robert Powers Acting School
New York, NY
08-2001

Acting For The Camera - Directing And Theatrical Production

The Simon Studio
New York, NY

Skills

  • Dialogue writing
  • Scene structure
  • Screenplay analysis
  • Genre understanding
  • Emotional resonance
  • Script formatting
  • Character Development
  • Shooting script writing
  • Storyboarding
  • Proofreading
  • Strong research skills
  • Scriptwriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Relationship Building
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Self Motivation
  • Reliability

Affiliations

  • The Knights of Columbus - 3rd Degree Member - Stozenthaler Council 1875, Staten Island, New York
  • Contributing Writing Member of The Simon Studio - Roger Hendricks Simon, Owner and Founder

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Screenwriter

Screenplayadvisors.com
01.2023 - Current

The Stanley Kubrick Appreciation Society Podcast

Mark Lentz - Founder
01.2022 - Current

Secondary School English Teacher

Self Employed Tutor
09.2008 - 01.2023

Master of Fine Arts - Writing For Film And Television

The David Lynch School of Cinematic Arts At MIU

Certificate in Filmmaking - Film Studies, Still Photography, Filmmaking

The New School

Bachelor of Arts - American And English Literature

The City University of New York CSI

Certificates in Improvisation & Acting For The Camera - Visual And Performing Arts

John Robert Powers Acting School

Acting For The Camera - Directing And Theatrical Production

The Simon Studio

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