Peter Castillo
DeKalb,Illinois
Summary
Hardworking and Passionate job seeker with strong organization skills eager to secure entry level positions in the film industry. Overall a filmmaker and artist, and enjoy composing shots on a micro and macro level. Additionally, considered a very easy person to get along with. A good collaborator, eager to learn, and great listener. Mostly, love listening to people discuss their ideas and help bring them to life.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Castillo Studio
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Managed production budgets effectively, ensuring all resources were allocated efficiently to deliver high-quality short films.
- Led pre-production efforts, including casting, location scouting, and crew hiring, resulting in well-organized film shoots.
- Fostered positive work environments on set by maintaining open communication with cast and crew members, leading to consistently smooth productions.
- Adapted scripts into visually compelling storyboards that guided the production process and ensured clear communication of creative vision among the team.
- Conducted rehearsals with actors to explore character motivations and refine performances prior to filming.
- Wrote scripts by creating stories and dialogue for films to establish plots and characters.
Co-Director
The Second City (Independent Film)
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Prepared and organized clinical notes and documentation to provide detailed resources.
- Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
- Collaborated with creative directors and producers to plan, coordinate and execute complex video productions.
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
Director
The Second City Film School
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew and cast members and obtaining permits.
- Wrote, directed, shot and edited project with $400 budget.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
Film Editor
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 12.2022
- 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.
- Understood director's artistic vision and maintained alignment with vision throughout editing process.
- Supervised editing, dubbing and color correction as part of post-production.
- Assembled various amounts of footage into seamless end product.
Director of Photography
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with production on task list creation to meet overall project goals on time.
- Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints.
- Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
1st Assistant Camera
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
- Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots.
- Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
Boom Operator
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
- Adjusted sound according to variances in temperature and tonal needs.
Production Assistant
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
Education
Certificate - Film And Television Production
The Second City Film School
Chicago, Illinois 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL05.2019
High School Diploma -
Kaneland High School
Maple Park, IL05.2016
Skills
- Idea Brainstorming
- Color Correction
- Screenwriting
- Film Directing
- Shot List Reading
- Time Management
- Lighting and Angles
- Davinci Resolve
- Studio Production
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Illustrator and Photoshop
- Photography
Accomplishments
- Official Selection and Winner for Best Student Film at The Rotterdam Independent Film Festival
- Director, and Editor
- Official Selection and Winner for Best Student Film at Denver Movie Awards
- Official Selection and Winner for Best Student Film at Phoenix Shorts
- Official Nominee at Chicago Filmmaker Awards
- Official Selection and Semi-Finalist at The Nashville Independent Film Festival
- Director, and Editor
- Official Selection and Semi-Finalist at San Francisco Arthouse Short Festival
- Official Selection at Latina Independent Film Extravaganza
- Director Of Photography
Additional Information
Full Creative Work available upon request.
Timeline
Director
Castillo Studio
04.2024 - 06.2024
Co-Director
The Second City (Independent Film)
09.2023 - 10.2023
Film Editor
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 12.2022
Director of Photography
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 12.2022
1st Assistant Camera
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 11.2022
Boom Operator
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 11.2022
Production Assistant
The Second City Film School
11.2022 - 11.2022
Director
The Second City Film School
10.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Film And Television Production
The Second City Film School
Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production
Waubonsee Community College
High School Diploma -
Kaneland High School
Similar Profiles
Ney De La RosaNey De La Rosa
Legal Advisor (Remote Work) at Castillo y Castillo Law Firm (Dominican Republic)Legal Advisor (Remote Work) at Castillo y Castillo Law Firm (Dominican Republic)
NEY DE LA ROSANEY DE LA ROSA
Legal Consultant in Regulated Sectors at JURISTAS, S.A.S. (CASTILLO Y CASTILLO)Legal Consultant in Regulated Sectors at JURISTAS, S.A.S. (CASTILLO Y CASTILLO)
Rebecca RiveraRebecca Rivera
Personal Care Assistant at Castillo FamilyPersonal Care Assistant at Castillo Family
Sean FischlerSean Fischler
Assembly Language Teaching Assistant at Northern Illinois UniversityAssembly Language Teaching Assistant at Northern Illinois University
Alexis CruzAlexis Cruz
Behavior Technician at By Your Side - Autism Therapy ServicesBehavior Technician at By Your Side - Autism Therapy Services