Raygen Calabria
Quakertown,PA
Summary
Diligent and experienced production assistant with over 3 years in the industry, adept at supporting production needs, preparing sets, managing lighting and equipment, and handling administrative tasks. Deep knowledge of film terminology and a passion for the industry, maintaining exceptional rapport with clients and professional contacts. Recognized for ensuring high-quality video output and creating engaging content.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT AND EVENT SUPPORT
Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics
State College , PA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported production efforts by operating Chyron for Men’s and Women’s Hockey games, enhancing visual elements to improve viewer experience, and contributing to the overall production quality of hockey broadcasts.
- Assisted in managing the scorebox for Men’s Volleyball, ensuring accurate and timely display of game information to facilitate smooth operations during volleyball broadcasts.
- Took on the role of Replay Producer for Women’s Hockey and Men’s Volleyball, and also served as Replay Operator for Women's Lacrosse, Women's Gymnastics, and Men’s Basketball, demonstrating proficiency in video production, ensuring high-quality video output, and enhancing viewer engagement.
- Filmed Women’s Lacrosse games and Men’ s Volleyball games, capturing dynamic footage for content creation and broadcast, and providing compelling visual content for sports coverage and promotional purposes.
EDITOR AND SOUND PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Penn State COMM 438 film Perfect Student
State College , PA
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with the production team as an on-set sound technician to ensure high-quality audio capture, enhancing overall sound quality and contributing to a professional and immersive viewing experience.
- Edited a short film for a production class using advanced editing techniques with professional software, demonstrating proficiency in post-production work and resulting in a polished final product with positive feedback.
- Documented sound design processes by creating and enhancing audio elements for various film projects, showcasing expertise in sound design and leading to improved audio quality and enriched storytelling.
- Demonstrated ability to meet project objectives and deadlines by utilizing advanced features of Adobe Premiere Pro for editing, successfully completing projects on time and showcasing reliability and advanced proficiency in editing software.
VIDEO BOARD PRODUCTION INTERN
Penn State Football
State College , PA
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Played a key role in coordinating and executing the setup and teardown of cameras and on-site equipment, ensuring seamless production processes and minimizing downtime.
- Provided essential production and utility support during all Penn State University home football games by assisting in various tasks to facilitate smooth operations, contributing to the creation of engaging content for the audience.
- Actively shadowed various control room operations, observing and learning from experienced professionals to gain valuable insights and practical knowledge in control room operations, thereby enhancing overall understanding of broadcast production.
VIDEO PRODUCTION INTERN
Philadelphia Union
Chester , PA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Produced and edited two impactful 30-second game teases featured at Subaru Park and Apple TV, utilizing Adobe Premiere Pro's advanced features to create compelling promotional content that enhanced viewer engagement and brand visibility.
- Collaborated closely with the production team to film home games, ensuring comprehensive coverage of events and contributing to high-quality broadcasting and content creation.
- Worked as a videographer on outside assignments, capturing footage to enhance promotional content for marketing and social media teams, resulting in visually appealing videos that effectively promoted sports events and initiatives.
- Shadowed in the control room for two games, observing and learning live production processes, and gaining valuable insights into the technical aspects of live broadcasting.
PUBLICITY INTERN
Cannes Film Festival
Cannes , France
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Collaborated closely with the publicity team in small film production, engaging in various aspects of publicity and film production tasks, and gained hands-on experience while contributing to the festival's promotional efforts.
- Conducted research and summarized submissions, analyzing and evaluating entries for the showcase, and assisted in curating content to support the participation of emerging filmmakers.
- Played a key role in drafting press releases to effectively communicate festival activities to the media and the public, enhancing visibility and promoting festival events.
- Participated in panels and roundtables, contributing insights and perspectives on film industry dynamics, and gained a comprehensive understanding of the film industry and festival operations.
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
PSN News
State College , PA
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with the executive board to produce weekly Penn State news shows, serving as a Technical Director overseeing the production process, ensuring high-quality news broadcasts and effective team coordination.
- Managed and operated technical equipment, utilizing switchers, audio consoles, graphics systems, and other broadcast tools to maintain smooth technical operations and high broadcast standards.
- Assumed a leadership role in guiding the new social media team, providing strategic direction and support, contributing to the overall success of the TV news production and expanding social media presence.
- Trained and supervised technical crew members, ensuring proficiency in their roles and adherence to broadcast standards, maintaining a skilled technical team and upholding high-quality production standards.
VIDEO CREW TEAM MEMBER AND TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
46 Live
State College , PA
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Assigned the responsibility of capturing performances and events, employing meticulous filming techniques to produce high-quality footage and effectively document the events at THON.
- Produced and edited diverse packages showcasing THON highlights using Adobe Premiere Pro, creating impactful content that contributed to an engaging livestream broadcast and enhanced viewer experience.
- Stepped into the role of Technical Director for the Walk On Mars performance, ensuring precise execution of technical elements, and delivering a seamless presentation while maintaining high production standards.
- Filmed the THON pep rally, utilizing professional filming skills to capture the event and successfully capturing the energy and spirit of the event, producing visually compelling footage.
SCRIPT COVERAGE INTERN
Ramo Law Production Co.
Beverly Hills , CA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted thorough analysis and crafted comprehensive coverage reports by evaluating television and movie scripts within a legal framework, providing detailed insights to support informed decision-making in script development and production planning.
- Investigated production companies to gather valuable insights, contributing to prospective project planning and decision-making, and enhancing understanding of industry dynamics to facilitate strategic project development.
- Assessed and viewed pilot episodes, utilizing findings to create a season 2 pitch deck, and demonstrating expertise in script evaluation and strategic storytelling, thereby contributing to pitch development.
REPORTER AND VIDEOGRAPHER
The Daily Collegian
State College , PA
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Authored articles addressing mental health and wellness topics, covering issues within the student body and national context for the newspaper, and raised awareness while providing valuable insights into mental health concerns.
- Filmed and edited various on-campus events to provide dynamic visual coverage, enhancing news coverage with engaging visual content for comprehensive reporting.
- Produced a captivating video featuring Micah Parsons' pro day at Penn State University, showcased on the Daily Collegian Facebook page to increase viewer engagement and expand reach through compelling visual storytelling.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2024
Skills
- Avid Editing
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premier Pro
- Adobe Photoshop
- Final Cut Pro
- Film Production Expertise
- Video Editing Expertise
- Advanced Sports Videography
- Live Event Coordination
- Video Production and Post-
Production Skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Effective Communication
- Professional Responsibility
- Script Coverage Proficiency
- Leadership Aptitude
Accomplishments
- Winner of Best Director/Technical
Director at PSNTV awards - Member of Association for Women
in Sports Media - Member of Mack Madness
Benefitting THON - Member of Penn State Student Film
Organization and the Penn State 48
Film Festival
Timeline
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT AND EVENT SUPPORT
Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics
01.2024 - 05.2024
EDITOR AND SOUND PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Penn State COMM 438 film Perfect Student
08.2023 - 11.2024
VIDEO BOARD PRODUCTION INTERN
Penn State Football
08.2023 - 11.2024
VIDEO PRODUCTION INTERN
Philadelphia Union
05.2023 - 08.2023
PUBLICITY INTERN
Cannes Film Festival
05.2023 - 06.2023
SCRIPT COVERAGE INTERN
Ramo Law Production Co.
05.2022 - 08.2022
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
PSN News
01.2021 - 05.2024
VIDEO CREW TEAM MEMBER AND TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
46 Live
01.2021 - 02.2024
REPORTER AND VIDEOGRAPHER
The Daily Collegian
08.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Pennsylvania State University
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