Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Independent Film Editing, Writing, and Directing
Timeline
Generic

Taylor Smith

Fullerton,CA

Summary

I am a devoted student with a strong passion for succeeding in film. I am highly coachable and grasp new materials very well. Besides my ability to connect with clients, I am often referred to as a mentor once I have mastered a skill. I am driven by creativity, attentive behavior, leadership, and an ambition to make a difference in the world through media. Most of my experience with media platforms has been self-taught, however, my current college courses are further developing my current skills. From my past job experiences, I have maintained high leadership skills, independent skills, and mentoring skills, while also being able to adapt quickly to change or altercations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Gymnastics Coach

Era Gymnastics
03.2023 - Current
  • Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
  • Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
  • Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
  • Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
  • Offered constructive feedback to clients to help them reach goals.

Restaurant Team Member

Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
03.2020 - 06.2021
  • Greeted guests pleasantly and answered menu questions.
  • Arrived to work in uniform and presentable in appearance to meet restaurant standards.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Trained new employees by demonstrating tasks and coaching during daily activities.
  • Set a positive tone for the entire dining experience as the first point of contact for incoming guests.

Youth Soccer Coach

Mighty Kicks Soccer
06.2018 - 07.2020
  • Promoted love of the game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
  • Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
  • Facilitated team-building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.

Education

Undergraduate - Cinema And Television Arts, B.A.

California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Stockdale High School
Bakersfield, CA
06.2021

Skills

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Interactive
  • Film editing
  • Script Writing
  • Media Literacy and Writing
  • Journalism

Independent Film Editing, Writing, and Directing

Through High school, I started growing a love for film when creating promotional YouTube videos for my ASB team and student viewers. Since then I have grown an independent self-taught understanding of editing and filming. I have directed, edited, acted in, and written one short film for a class project and look forward to creating more. Along those lines, I have always had a passion for writing and have recently begun to take classes in script writing. Other forms of writing I am involved in include creative writing and poetry. I also have experience with all Adobe platforms in creating movie posters and promotional flyers for events. Although I have no credited documentation of my work through film, it is something I am very passionate about, and I am ready to take a deeper dive into the industry. I am looking forward to learning from respected mentors and experts in the field that can help expand my knowledge through film.   

Timeline

Gymnastics Coach

Era Gymnastics
03.2023 - Current

Restaurant Team Member

Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
03.2020 - 06.2021

Youth Soccer Coach

Mighty Kicks Soccer
06.2018 - 07.2020

Undergraduate - Cinema And Television Arts, B.A.

California State University - Fullerton

High School Diploma -

Stockdale High School
Taylor Smith