Trelas Dyson IV
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
A USC student entering their Senior year, Trelas Dyson IV is majoring in Creative Writing and minoring in Cinematic Arts. Experienced in camera operating and video production, Trelas possesses a strong interest in camera work and cinematography. And is eager to connect with professionals in the industry and explore opportunities in filmmaking, videography, and live production.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Video Lead
Trojan Event Services
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Responsible for creating and training qualified Camera Operators and Video Technicians
- Delegating tasks to operators, deciding what shots/camera angles are needed to record live performances, interviews, ceremonies, or lectures
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments & is skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated & worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Video Design Specialist
Belonging As Legacy
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Guided high school students in creating video autobiographies
- Focused on themes of belonging, cultural identity, and social challenges
- Provided technical expertise and creative direction to help students effectively tell their personal stories through video
Co-Producer
Haute Magazine
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Oversaw pre-production, writing and the finalization of script treatment
- Responsible for casting, scheduling, and organizing the budget of the film
- For the day of production, handled on-set logistics, management, and supervising
Technical Director & Producer
Trojan Vision
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product
- Boosted audience engagement with high-quality content through close collaboration with creative teams
- Operated multiple cameras for both live display and recording of interviews, musical performances, and theatrical productions
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05.2025
Skills
- Uses primarily Windows OS
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, & Word)
- Fluent in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro & intermediate/learning in Avid
- Extensive knowledge and use of Panasonic Lumix, Sony XDCams, Blackmagic Design Cameras, Red KOMODO Cameras & both the Sony FX3 & FX6 Cinema Cameras
- Developed 15 minute Pitch Deck envisioning Video Game IP as a TV series
- Excellent verbal communication skills, strong desire to learn, sense of teamwork, and possesses strong time management
Websites
Productions & Roles
- Couple's Therapy, short film, Director
- Purgatory, short film, Co-Director
- Sandbox, short film, Director of Photography
- Hallucination, music video, Director of Photography
- Handcuffed For 24 Hours, long form short film, Director of Photography
- Matches, music video, DP & Editor
- The Hat, short film, DP & Producer
- Epilogue, animated short, Producer
- Exodus, short film, Producer
- Haute Theme Reveal, magazine shoot, Co-Producer
- Spotlit Clutter, musical film, Editor
- The People We Miss, short film, Editor
- 90Sitcom, music video, 1st AC
- Melodies of War, short film, 1st AC
- Too Sweet, music video, 1st AC
- Happily Ever After, short film, 2nd AC
Accomplishments
February 2024 - March 2024
Co-Producer Haute Magazine, Los Angeles
- Enhanced overall production quality by managing pre-production tasks, including script development and location scouting.
- Oversaw pre-production, writing and the finalization of script treatment.
- Responsible for casting, scheduling, and organizing the budget of the film.
- For the day of production, handled on-set logistics, management, and supervising.
January 2024 - May 2024
Video Design Specialist Belonging As Legacy, Los Angeles
- Guided high school students in creating video autobiographies focusing on themes of belonging, cultural identity, and social challenges.
- Provided technical expertise and creative direction to help students effectively tell their personal stories through video.
Timeline
Co-Producer
Haute Magazine
02.2024 - 03.2024
Video Design Specialist
Belonging As Legacy
01.2024 - 05.2024
Technical Director & Producer
Trojan Vision
08.2022 - 03.2024
Assistant Video Lead
Trojan Event Services
10.2021 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
University of Southern California
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