ROBERT BLOUNT
Chicago,USA
Summary
I am an Honor's College student at Chicago State University majoring in Media Arts. I enjoy producing and editing videos as it provides me the opportunity to exercise and express my views and philosophy. I have a keen eye for detail in editing and enjoy producing high quality videos and content. I aspire to influence cultural diversity in the media space as a Television/Film Director, Editor, and Sports Journalist.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant
Paramount Pictures
Chicago, IL
04.2024 - Current
- Lead and facilitated a panel discussion alongside Survivor Alumni after hosting a private screening of CBS Survivor.
- MTV/SHOWTIME Storytellers lab Ambassador
Content Creator/Social Media Marketing Assistant
Chicago State Athletics
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Social Media Content Creator for Chicago State Athletics (Instagram: @ChistateCougars) – responsible for producing photos and videography for promotional purposes.
- See Social media sports pages here https://portfolio-ccmcewb.format.com
- Enhanced fan engagement, boosting comments on content through strategic post management
- Increased Fundraising for the Chicago State Foundation through storytelling
- Operated NEC Network's broadcast cameras efficiently.
- Managed live game Public Annoucing, enhancing audience experience.
Cinematographer/Director/Editor
Halsted Productions
Chicago
08.2022 - Current
- Directed photography for 'The Time is Now,'(music video) enhancing visual appeal.
- Led camera operations and editing for Gallery LKC's grand opening
- Contributed to Gallery LKC's successful launch with compelling visuals
- Implemented innovative camera techniques for 'Redemption: The Johnny Fort Story.'
- Managed complex shoots, ensuring technical precision and storytelling accuracy for the John Wooten Story and The Oliva Tobacco Story.
- Edit Social Media Reels for Clients
Director of Lighting, Assistant Director of Photography & Director
CSU CINEMA - Chicago State University
Chicago
08.2022 - Current
- Served as Lighting Director and Assistant Cinematographer, and a Director for CSU Cinema.
- Elevated film aesthetics, contributing to the award-winning short film, Contentment.
- Awarded best Student Film at the Orlando Urban Film Festival.
- Nominated for Best Comedy Short at the Berlin National Film Festival.
- Selected ambassador for Showtime and Paramount's Storytellers Lab.
- Played a pivotal role in directing and producing 'Evergreen University,' a short film/TV pilot.
Production Runner
NBC Universal Studios
Chicago, IL
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Escorted guests and delivered items: Efficiently transported essential items and assisted guests at various locations, contributing to smooth event execution.
- Facilitated communication: Connected with a diverse range of NBC professionals, including correspondents, producers, audio technicians, camera operators, and production organizers.
- Supported production operations: Contributed to effective communication and coordination among team members to ensure the production's success.
Creative & Copywriter Leo Burnet Pencil Project
Leo Burnett Chicago
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Transformed brief-to-strategy brainstorming into engaging creative concepts to enhance target audience engagement
- Reviewed and edited copy to align with brand standards, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency before presentation to Shea Moisture & Target.
- Developed creative concepts for slide decks to enhance promotional campaigns and align with client objectives and target audience.
- Created product names and wrote taglines for packaging and promotional materials.
- Received Pencil Project Leo Burnett & Arc World Wide Scholarship
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
Chicago State University
05-2025
Division 1 Basketball -
Chicago State University
03.2023
Skills
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Curation
- Social Media Management
- Copywriting
- Final Cut Pro
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Professional Appearance
- Camera Operator
- Public Announcer
Timeline
Production Runner
NBC Universal Studios
08.2024 - 08.2024
Production Assistant
Paramount Pictures
04.2024 - Current
Creative & Copywriter Leo Burnet Pencil Project
Leo Burnett Chicago
01.2024 - 05.2024
Content Creator/Social Media Marketing Assistant
Chicago State Athletics
09.2023 - Current
Cinematographer/Director/Editor
Halsted Productions
08.2022 - Current
Director of Lighting, Assistant Director of Photography & Director
CSU CINEMA - Chicago State University
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
Chicago State University
Division 1 Basketball -
Chicago State University
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