ROBERTO ALCALA
Aspiring Producer
Sylmar,CA
Summary
Innovative Producer with 2 years of experience in all aspects of video production. Visionary creator, editor, storyteller, and business operations manager demonstrated to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in pre-production logistics, planning, production, custom graphics composition, special effects, and asset management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Film Producer
MEA Department
Santa Clarita, California
02.2024 - Current
- As film producer for 'The Note' (romance drama) and 'Passion' (drama on perseverance in dance), managed all aspects of production, including drafting contracts, securing locations, coordinating talent agreements, managing equipment rentals, and overseeing collaboration with SAG actors to ensure smooth and professional film shoots
- Worked alongside department heads to ensure their needs were met
- Oversaw all creative and logistical aspects from script development through to final production for the following student films: "Day in the Life of Roberto Alcala" and "See Me".
Collaborated with 5+ directors and screenwriters to make collective vision for 10 films.
Production Assistant
Bluehour Labs
Los Angeles, California
7 2024 - 7 2024
- As Production Assistant for the short film (ISOKNOCK- 4EVR: A Short Film), provided versatile support across all departments, including grips, art, and camera.
- Ensured smooth operations in challenging environments, managing store runs, catering setup, and craft services.
- Additionally, facilitated talent needs, maintained cleanliness on set, and assisted with prop movement, grip equipment setup, and production furniture arrangement.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays.
Film Editor
MEA Department
Santa Clarita, California
02.2024 - 06.2024
- As film editor for 'The Note' and 'Passion,' meticulously crafted cohesive narratives through strategic editing decisions, ensuring seamless storytelling by selecting and assembling footage with precision and creativity, while maintaining continuity and pacing.
- As film editor, composed all editorial aspects of the following projects: 'The Order' (short scene of woman making catering order), 'The Waiter' (short film of failed date where waiter becomes the perfect date), a documentary about 'Chocolats Du Cali Bressan' showcasing the chocolate-making process in Santa Barbara, CA, and 'Farm to Table,' a documentary highlighting the significance of farmers markets and local farmers to the community and restaurants in Santa Barbara.
Assistant Camera
MEA Department
Santa Clarita, California
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Increased shot efficiency by expertly preparing camera equipment and accessories for various shooting scenarios.
- Served as an additional resource for the Director of Photography, providing timely feedback on potential improvements to shot composition and lighting.
Multimedia Journalist
Canyons News
Santa Clarita, CA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- As a multimedia journalist, sourced and covered a wide range of news stories, writing detailed online articles, capturing footage, and editing content to deliver timely and informative news reports.
- Reported on local news stories daily, covering politics, current events, sports, and more.
- Adapted reporting style for multiple formats including print, digital, broadcast, podcasts, or live-streams as needed for maximum impact.
Director of Photography
MEA Department
Santa Clarita, California
02.2023 - 05.2023
- As Director of Photography for 'The LAUSD Teachers Union Strike' and 'Desire Me,' I collaborated closely with the director to craft compelling visual narratives, employing lighting, composition, and camera techniques to enhance the storytelling of both a documentary and a psychological horror film.
- Handled multiple responsibilities simultaneously such as operating cameras, directing the camera crew, and maintaining the film's visual style throughout shooting.
- Collaborated with director to plan and implement desired production look.
Studio/Control Room Director
MEA Department
Santa Clarita, California
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Studio/control room director for 'Bach Talk,' a broadcast show modeled after popular late-night formats.
- Orchestrated live production elements, managed technical operations, and ensured seamless on-air presentation.
- As floor director for 'Battle of the Ethans,' a talk show styled after 'The View' and similar formats, coordinated live studio operations, guided on-set talent, and ensured smooth production flow for engaging and dynamic broadcasts.
- Operated Tricaster systems to manage camera controls and enhance production quality during live broadcasts and studio recordings.
Education
Associate of Arts - Film and Television Production
College of The Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA 02.2022 - Current
Skills
DaVinci Resolve
Celtx
Casting Network
Google Sheets
Excel
Black Magic Cameras
Panasonic Cameras
Inception Newsroom Software
Studio Binder
Production Supervision
Production Scheduling
Film Set Etiquette
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Camera
MEA Department
05.2024 - 05.2024
Film Editor
MEA Department
02.2024 - 06.2024
Film Producer
MEA Department
02.2024 - Current
Multimedia Journalist
Canyons News
08.2023 - 12.2023
Director of Photography
MEA Department
02.2023 - 05.2023
Studio/Control Room Director
MEA Department
02.2023 - 05.2023
Associate of Arts - Film and Television Production
College of The Canyons
02.2022 - Current
Production Assistant
Bluehour Labs
7 2024 - 7 2024
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