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Shiliang Gao

State College,PENNSYLVANIA

Summary

Enthusiastic Director of Photography highly effective at organizing and coordinating shoots. Advanced knowledge of film equipment and operation of audiovisual devices. Excellent organizational and communication talents to meet deadlines and objectives. Skilled camera operator equipped with technical abilities, creative eye for detail and industry experience. Enhances projects by taking clean video with minimal reshoot and consistently matching directors' vision. Manages time well to stay on-schedule with both studio and remote shoots.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Beyond the Reflection
Boston, MA
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Organized and supervised production staff, including actors, camera operators, grips, set designers, and other crew members.
  • Developed storyboards to visualize scenes for the movie prior to filming.
  • Directed cast during rehearsals to ensure that lines were delivered correctly and with appropriate emotion.
  • Collaborated with the cinematographer to determine which camera angles would best capture each scene.
  • Reviewed script changes with writers to ensure consistency throughout the film.
  • Evaluated locations where filming will take place in order to determine whether they are suitable for shooting purposes.
  • Consulted special effects teams regarding props or digital effects needed for particular scenes in order to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Encouraged improvisation from actors when necessary in order to bring out better performances.
  • Worked closely with costume designers to select wardrobe pieces that matched characters' personalities or fit within certain time periods depicted in the movie.

Director

Commmercial of St. John's Catholic School
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed and implemented commercial strategies to drive revenue growth.
  • Analyzed market trends, competitor activities and customer needs to identify new business opportunities.
  • Organized and supervised production staff, including actors, camera operators, grips, set designers, and other crew members.
  • Supervised sound mixing of dialogue, music, and effects to create a finished soundtrack.
  • Attended meetings with producers and studio executives to discuss progress on the film project.

Director

"The Fake Gun"
Boston, MA
04.2023 - 04.2023
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
  • Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.

Camera Operator

Juzhongren
Boston, MA
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Monitored and adjusted lighting, audio levels, and camera angles to capture desired shots.
  • Maintained technical equipment including cameras, lenses, tripods, and other related items.
  • Assisted in the set-up of cameras for studio productions as well as on-location shoots.
  • Worked with directors and producers to determine best camera placement for production scenes.

Camera Operator

Gallop
Boston, MA
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Maintained technical equipment including cameras, lenses, tripods, and other related items.
  • Assisted in the set-up of cameras for studio productions as well as on-location shoots.
  • Worked with directors and producers to determine best camera placement for production scenes.
  • Recorded video footage onto digital media or videotape formats according to industry standards.
  • Set up rigging points for camera support systems such as cranes, jibs and dollies.
  • Operated remote control devices to adjust camera settings from afar during filming.
  • Communicated effectively with actors and talent during rehearsals and actual takes in order to get desired results.

Technical Director

Dancing in a Coup
Boston, MA
11.2023 - 11.2024
  • Set up cameras on cranes, tripods, dollies, jibs and sliders.
  • Performed basic maintenance on camera equipment to ensure its optimal operation.
  • Provided technical support to the director of photography when needed.
  • Communicated with crew members regarding any changes in camera setups or angles.
  • Calibrated lens filters according to the DP's specifications before each shoot.
  • Developed and implemented technical strategies for the production of live events.
  • Supervised crew members in the setup, operation and maintenance of all technical systems.

1st Assistant Camera

Cheat Code
Boston, MA
10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Set up cameras on cranes, tripods, dollies, jibs and sliders.
  • Checked all lenses for proper focus and exposure before shooting began.
  • Performed basic maintenance on camera equipment to ensure its optimal operation.
  • Provided technical support to the director of photography when needed.
  • Gave instructions to cast and crew members about how best to move around set without affecting the shot composition or light levels.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating camera equipment.

1st Assistant Camera

"Phychosis"
Boston, MA
04.2023 - 04.2023
  • Loaded and unloaded camera equipment from trucks, vans, and cars.
  • Set up cameras on cranes, tripods, dollies, jibs and sliders.
  • Adjusted positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting.
  • Adjusted settings on cameras such as ISO speed, shutter speed, white balance., based on the scene being filmed.

2nd Assistant Camera

"GouSheng"
Qingdao, Shandong
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted the 1st Assistant Camera in preparing and organizing camera equipment for production shoots.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of all camera lenses, batteries, filters, and other related accessories.
  • Loaded and unloaded cameras onto dollies and cranes to ensure safe transport between locations.
  • Operated motion control systems to achieve repeatable tracking shots or time-lapse sequences.
  • Ensured that all camera gear was properly labeled before being taken out on location shoots.
  • Collaborated with Directors of Photography to determine suitable lens and filter selections for specific shots.

Key Grip

"Underneath"
Boston, MA
05.2023 - 05.2023
  • Set up and adjust rigging equipment, including lights, flags, scrims, reflectors and camera mounts.
  • Checked the safety of all grip equipment before each take to ensure proper functioning.
  • Organized lighting equipment for upcoming scenes and shot lists.
  • Supervised a crew of grips in setting up dolly tracks and other production equipment on location sets.
  • Designed custom camera support systems for unique shots or angles.
  • Maintained an inventory of grip supplies such as gels, sandbags and clamps.
  • Provided technical advice on lighting setups to the Director of Photography.
  • Positioned and adjusted flags, nets, silks and diffusion materials to control light intensity or color temperature during filming sessions.

Grip

"Phapsody"
Boston, MA
03.2023 - 03.2023
  • Checked safety of equipment before each take to ensure proper functioning.
  • Inspected lighting instruments for proper power levels and color temperatures.
  • Placed flags, nets, silks, scrims, bounce boards and diffusers to control light intensity or direction.
  • Collaborated with Gaffer and Lighting Director regarding placement of lights.
  • Positioned reflectors in order to create desired lighting effects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications And Media Indutry

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05.2024

Skills

  • Film and Video Production
  • Film Editing
  • Editing Abilities
  • Storyboarding
  • Setting up Equipment
  • Live Camera Operations
  • Camera Operation
  • Video Storytelling
  • Problem Resolution
  • Social Network Posting
  • Staff Management

Languages

English
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Award of Excellent in the BEA Festival of Media of Arts

Timeline

Camera Operator

Juzhongren
02.2024 - 02.2024

Camera Operator

Gallop
02.2024 - 02.2024

Director

Beyond the Reflection
12.2023 - 05.2024

Technical Director

Dancing in a Coup
11.2023 - 11.2024

1st Assistant Camera

Cheat Code
10.2023 - 10.2024

Director

Commmercial of St. John's Catholic School
09.2023 - 12.2023

2nd Assistant Camera

"GouSheng"
08.2023 - 08.2023

Key Grip

"Underneath"
05.2023 - 05.2023

Director

"The Fake Gun"
04.2023 - 04.2023

1st Assistant Camera

"Phychosis"
04.2023 - 04.2023

Grip

"Phapsody"
03.2023 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications And Media Indutry

Pennsylvania State University

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