Shane Bennett
Filmmaker
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a background in public safety supervision and film production, combining strategic planning, team leadership, and problem-solving skills to drive operational efficiency while passionately crafting compelling narratives and seamless productions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor - Community Service Officer
SDSU Police Department
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw shift operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks and campus patrols.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Optimized scheduling to ensure full coverage during patrol shifts across entire semesters.
Production Assistant
Deconstructive Media - Micro Film Studio
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
Education
Bachelor of Science - TV, Film, And New Media, Emphasis in Production
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA 05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Staff management
Adaptability and flexibility
Reliability
Strategic planning
Operations management
Staff management
Student Productions
Director
Under Seventh Heaven - SDSU / San Diego, CA / Spring 2025
- Wrote and directed a $4,500 production with a crew of 30+; Asian American LBTQ romance, drama.
- Won Audience Award at SDSU's Emerging Filmmakers' Showcase Spring 2025.
Louie - SDSU / San Diego, CA / Fall 2023
- Directed a romance drama about lost opportunities within the constraints of an after-hours bistro location.
For Kip - Southwestern College / Chula Vista, CA / Spring 2023
- Crafted an emotional short film about estranged friends reconnecting on a shoestring budget.
Producer
Poem for Zula - SDSU / San Diego, CA / Fall 2024
- Oversaw and coordinated production logistics for a crew of 25+, managing locations, catering, and transportation.
At First Sight - SDSU / San Diego, CA / Fall 2024
- Led the casting process by securing lead actors through Backstage, ensuring the right talent for the production.
Timeline
Supervisor - Community Service Officer
SDSU Police Department
08.2023 - Current
Production Assistant
Deconstructive Media - Micro Film Studio
04.2023 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - TV, Film, And New Media, Emphasis in Production
San Diego State University
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production
Southwestern College
05.2001 -
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