Robert Cook
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Enthusiastic video director, writer, producer, and actor with a strong creative vision. Successfully led projects at the Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State University, University Park. Expert in scriptwriting and team management. Effectively guided actors and collaborated with production teams to achieve artistic goals. Proven ability in digital editing and project management, ensuring high-quality outcomes on time and within budget. Looking for jobs In Philadelphia, PA, Minneapolis, MN, and State College, PA, or surrounding areas.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Bellisario Student Film
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Wrote and developed two short comedy scripts, about 10 drafts independently
- Interviewed and assembled a production team with a producer, editor, and director of photography
- Lined a script, created a shot list, assembled an overhead, and completed a character and scene beat sheet
- Supervised a crew of six people and communicated effectively the responsibilities of each crew member
- Collaborated with director of photography and editor to achieve my creative goals
Director of Photography
Bellisario Student Film
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Gathered all necessary equipment checking a list I generated to fulfill all on set needs
- Set up C100 camera with follow focus, tripod, and internal audio
- Operated the camera for every shot
- Communicated with the director to find every shot we needed
- Collaborated with team to write the script
- Assisted with producer duties in scheduling and budgeting
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2025
Skills
- Actor guidance
- Team management
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Creativity and innovation
- Effective writing
- Creative writing
- Scriptwriting
- Script formatting and proofreading
- Strong creative vision
- Digital Editing
Timeline
Director
Bellisario Student Film
01.2025 - 05.2025
Director of Photography
Bellisario Student Film
08.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Pennsylvania State University
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