Quinton Likosar
Cleveland,Ohio
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. Innovative and experienced individual with expertise in project management and creative problem-solving. Skilled in project coordination, film crew management and innovative solution development. Committed to creating engaging and meaningful content for viewers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Short Film Director
Cleveland State University
09.2022 - Current
- Continued personal growth as a filmmaker by staying up-to-date on industry advancements, attending workshops, and seeking feedback from peers on each project.
- Collaborated with screenwriters to develop engaging scripts for short films, resulting in successful festival submissions and awards.
- Developed unique visual styles for each short film project by collaborating closely with cinematographers and production designers.
- 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.
- Coordinated schedules among various departments throughout the filming process, resulting in efficient workflows and timely completion of projects.
- Secured funding for short film projects through grant applications and crowdfunding campaigns.
Screening Team Judge
Cleveland International Film Festival
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Performs in judging and reviewing multiple films that assist in the festival selection process.
Floor Staff/Usher
Regal Cinemas
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Perform calculations with speed and accuracy to correct errors when it comes to the systems and the projectors
- Assisted in customer service in a timely and ordered manner
- Able to clean and sanitize theaters at a fast pace to stay ahead of the curb
Line Cook
Santosussos: Pizza, Pasta, Vino
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted in developments during the previous years by improving kitchen layout, encouraged communication, and incentivized efficiency
- Monitored and trained over 12 new hires by teaching and cooking techniques and kitchen maintenance
Floor Staff
Amazone Family Entertainment
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Monitored the building for protection of families and their children
- Assisted patrons with helpful customer service
- Assisted in handyman/maintenance work that was needed inside the building
Education
Bachelor of Film and Media Arts/Writing and Directing and Bachelor of English Literature -
Cleveland State University
05.2025
Skills
- Works great in a team setting
- Open-minded with creative choices
- Goal-oriented and focused
- Fast thinker and problem solver
- Communicative and easy to talk to
- Great time management
- Creative mindset
- Gifted in writing and reading
- Works well with a production set whether it be with the equipment or the crew
- Pitching Ideas
Hobbies and Interests
- Movies
- Books and writing
- Knowledge, education, and problem solving
- Cameras and photography
- Maintaining a social life with close friends
- Family values
Accomplishments
Collaborated with production teams towards the development of two short films:
Ben and Teddy - Directed, Produced, and Wrote
The Little Door - Directed
Movies, Books, Writing, Social-Life
I have always loved any forms of media whether that is from movies, books, or personal writing. It's something that makes me creative and inspired, while keeping the imagination flowing. I like to maintain a healthy social-life with my close friends to distress from long days that could harm my mental health.
Timeline
Screening Team Judge
Cleveland International Film Festival
07.2023 - 03.2024
Short Film Director
Cleveland State University
09.2022 - Current
Floor Staff/Usher
Regal Cinemas
05.2021 - 07.2021
Line Cook
Santosussos: Pizza, Pasta, Vino
07.2018 - 08.2020
Floor Staff
Amazone Family Entertainment
02.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Film and Media Arts/Writing and Directing and Bachelor of English Literature -
Cleveland State University
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