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Sydney Gillum

Summary

Innovative student in screenwriting with relevant experience in development and pre-production. Showcased strengths in project management, script coverage, and research. Dedicated writer with a fierce passion for meaningful storytelling.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Development Intern

Ardvella Entertainment
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Writing coverage on feature scripts
  • Creating comprehensive notes on screenplay drafts for professional writers
  • Helping workshop ideas for potential IP projects
  • Researching current trends in the film industry
  • Researching potential cast and crew for upcoming projects
  • Participating in weekly development calls with executives to discuss scripts
  • Editing and updating the company website
  • Creating social media posts (and posting them on the company account)

Creative Development Intern

American High
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Writing script coverage for a variety of feature and pilot projects

Creative Writing & Development Intern

Humanity Media & Entertainment
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Writing captions for company social media posts
  • Working on pitch decks
  • Writing script coverage for feature films
  • Researching for upcoming films and shows

Film Equipment Renting Assistant

Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
09.2023 - Current
  • Managing and upkeeping film equipment that is rented out to students
  • Working at the front desk where I talk directly with those renting equipment and answer the phone

Education

BFA - Writing For Film And TV

Chapman University, Dodge College of Film And Media Arts
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12-2026

Skills

  • Writing
  • Coverage
  • Web Design
  • Social Media
  • Research
  • Proofreading
  • Film Set Experience
  • Screenwriting Software
  • Collaboration
  • Organization

Affiliations

  • Chapman University Provost List, Chapman University Honors Program
  • Women in Film Club Member
  • Producers Guild Volunteer, Cat Rescue Volunteer

Timeline

Creative Development Intern

Ardvella Entertainment
08.2024 - 11.2024

Creative Development Intern

American High
06.2024 - 09.2024

Creative Writing & Development Intern

Humanity Media & Entertainment
05.2024 - 08.2024

Film Equipment Renting Assistant

Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
09.2023 - Current

BFA - Writing For Film And TV

Chapman University, Dodge College of Film And Media Arts