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Rider Laskin

New York

Summary

Motivated filmmaker with a disciplined work ethic, and a desire to connect with people about shared intellectual interests.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sound Designer

ReelShort
New York
08.2024 - Current
  • Edit and mix sound using advanced computer software (Pro Tools).
  • Collaborate with a post-production team to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Deliver projects within tight deadlines.

Location Sound Recordist

Self-employed
04.2020 - 07.2024
  • Recorded dialogue on a variety of shoots, mostly within New York but also out of state—these ranged from independent films to commercial projects.
  • Learned to collaborate and communicate in high-pressure, physically demanding work environments.
  • Developed problem-solving skills in the face of inevitable technical issues.

Paint Store Clerk

Benjamin Moore
Seattle
01.2016 - 08.2017
  • Operated a Point-of-Sale system to process payments, refunds, and exchanges accurately.
  • Received and stocked inventory, maintaining order in shelf display.
  • Assisted customers with paint orders.

Education

Master of Arts - Film

Columbia University
New York, NY
05-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities

University of Puget Sound
Tacoma, WA
05-2015

Skills

  • Excellent communicator and team player
  • Technical proficiency
  • Physical stamina
  • Passion for learning, writing
  • High integrity

Affiliations

  • Black-belt in Shotokan Karate and avid Yoga practitioner.
  • Emerging chef.
  • Hardcore Edmonton Oilers (hockey) fan.

Timeline

Sound Designer

ReelShort
08.2024 - Current

Location Sound Recordist

Self-employed
04.2020 - 07.2024

Paint Store Clerk

Benjamin Moore
01.2016 - 08.2017

Master of Arts - Film

Columbia University

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities

University of Puget Sound