Thoughtful and creative Film Director directing a variety of Film and Music Videos. Collaborative visionary directing every creative aspect from development to post-production. Intuitive storyteller guiding actors' performances and onscreen visuals.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Film Director - Consequences
Self
Durham, NC
07.2022 - Current
Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
Maintained high department standards in production of media and video projects.
Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
Consequences is in Pre-Production
Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.
Film Director - Hickville | Horror Anthology
Self
Los Angles, CA
06.2022 - Current
Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
Successfully collaborated with other departments and outsourced independent vendors.
Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.
Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
Casting Director - Devil's Playground
Dreadful Lovely Films
Raleigh, NC
06.2022 - Current
Witnessed all rounds of auditions to determine most qualified talent for roles.
Conducted interviews with numerous candidates to test suitability.
Sent out audition materials such as scripts and sheet music about casting requirements.
Scheduled appointments for auditions or readings with available actors.
Examined scripts to understand storyline and needed roles.
Circulated breakdown notices among talent agencies and independent agents to search for perfect cast.
Engaged in sourcing activities to find suitable candidates.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team of actors, directors and producers to determine role's requirements.
Assisted with open auditions to fill smaller roles.
Prioritized numerous activities by continually updating information, controlling scheduling and corresponding with contacts via phone and email.
Kept up-to-date on industry trends and target audience objectives to guide decision-making process during casting sessions.
Coordinated casting sessions by reserving audition space, scheduling talent and spearheading day-of activities.
Orchestrated casting for productions by holding auditions and securing ideal talent.
Worked closely with producers and directors to define casting needs and deliver casting options according to expectations through comprehensive talent binders.
Auditioned and interviewed performers to match attributes to specific roles or to increase pool of available acting talent.
Drove communication between directors, producers, talent agents and actors to maintain efficient casting practices and execution.
Performed essential administrative support duties by providing scripts, preparing breakdowns, developing shortlists, handling paperwork and agreements and communicating with actors.
Executive Producer for Film - Devil's Playground
Dreadful Lovely Films
Raleigh , NC
06.2022 - Current
Determined project budgets to estimate and control overall project costs.
Supervised production team of 12 workers to identify problems and provide effective solutions to maintain team productivity.
Reviewed finished product to determine quality and readiness for release.
Identified target audience and created sales funnel.
Music Video Director - Jessenia | Luxurious
Self
Raleigh, NC
07.2022 - 07.2022
Directed and Produced the third music video for Local Artist 'Jessenia'.
Coordinated with production team, producer and director to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs and devise shooting schedule.
Executive Producer - Host
Postmortem Films
Wake Forest, NC
03.2022 - 03.2022
Applied accounting and financial management acumen to every area of film production.
Supervised creation process to verify on brand, impactful and relevant content.
Reviewed finished product to determine quality and readiness for release.
Music Video Director - Jessenia | Dinner Table
Self
High Point , NC
09.2021 - 09.2021
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.
Produced marketing videos to help businesses increase revenue.
Produced entertainment and lifestyle news reports, music videos and commercials.
Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
Director - Love and Lust
Rebecca Kirsh Films
Raleigh , NC
08.2021 - 09.2021
Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
Addressed creative director's notes and prepared projects for final delivery.
Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
Music Video Director - Jessenia | Power
Self
Raleigh, NC
06.2021 - 06.2021
Coordinated with production team, producer and director to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs and devise shooting schedule.
Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew and cast members and obtaining permits.
Produced entertainment and lifestyle news reports, music videos and commercials.
Developed, filmed, edited and produced [Type] projects.
Casting Director - Tales of Legend
Mike Mercaldi | Lodi Films
Wilmington , NC
01.2021 - 02.2021
Witnessed all rounds of auditions to determine most qualified talent for roles.
Negotiated payments, schedules and billing with actors and agents.
Sent out audition materials such as scripts and sheet music about casting requirements.
Conducted interviews with numerous candidates to test suitability.
Assisted with open auditions to fill smaller roles.
Managed expenditures to keep casting budget in check.
Scheduled appointments for auditions or readings with available actors.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team of actors, directors and producers to determine role's requirements.
Engaged in sourcing activities to find suitable candidates.
Examined scripts to understand storyline and needed roles.
Drove communication between directors, producers, talent agents and actors to maintain efficient casting practices and execution.
Performed essential administrative support duties by providing scripts, preparing breakdowns, developing shortlists, handling paperwork and agreements and communicating with actors.
Prioritized numerous activities by continually updating information, controlling scheduling and corresponding with contacts via phone and email.
Implemented improvements to reduce company outsourcing costs.
Coordinated casting sessions by reserving audition space, scheduling talent and spearheading day-of activities.
Kept up-to-date on industry trends and target audience objectives to guide decision-making process during casting sessions.
Auditioned and interviewed performers to match attributes to specific roles or to increase pool of available acting talent.
Worked closely with producers and directors to define casting needs and deliver casting options according to expectations through comprehensive talent binders.
Orchestrated casting for productions by holding auditions and securing ideal talent.
Negotiated contract agreements with performers, with agents or between performers and agents or production companies.
Film Director - One Leg
Self
Durham, NC
10.2019 - 10.2019
Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
Conducted [Number] rehearsals before film production to stimulate actors' emotions and creative side.
Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
Reviewed all daily work with producers, creative director of video and other stakeholders.
Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
Addressed creative director's notes and prepared projects for final delivery.
Maintained high department standards in production of media and video projects.
Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.