Sebastian Ward
Front Royal,VA
Summary
Adept at project management and fostering collaborative teamwork, I significantly enhanced film production efficiency and reach at Virginia Tech. My strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage large teams have led to successful, high-quality projects, demonstrating my capacity to exceed expectations and nurture professional relationships.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Filmmaker
Virginia Tech
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration among departments during pre-production phase to ensure smooth execution throughout the entire project lifecycle.
- Improved overall production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Ensured high-quality audiovisual components by overseeing post-production editing process from start to finish.
- Collaborated closely with actors to develop dynamic characters that resonated with audiences.
- Managed teams of up to 30 people comprising both cast members and crew professionals ensuring all aspects of productions ran smoothly and on schedule.
- Kept productions on track by developing and maintaining detailed shooting schedules, coordinating with all departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Established strong working relationships with collaborators, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Volunteer
American Legion Community Band
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Volunteer
Key Club International - Social Media Manager
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed club social medias.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
Volunteer
National Honor Society, NHS
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
- Provided exceptional support for event management tasks, resulting in smoothly executed functions that exceeded expectations.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05.2026
High School Diploma -
Warren County High School
Front Royal, VA05.2023
Skills
- Collaborative Mindset
- Project Management
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership Qualities
- Flexible Schedule
Timeline
Independent Filmmaker
Virginia Tech
08.2023 - Current
Volunteer
American Legion Community Band
03.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Key Club International - Social Media Manager
09.2021 - 05.2023
Volunteer
National Honor Society, NHS
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Film
Virginia Tech
High School Diploma -
Warren County High School
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