Dedicated Screenwriter and Assistant Director relocated to Los Angeles with a proven track record across Arkansas's film industry, namely at Burnt Sugar Productions, showcasing exceptional skills in crew management and collaborative screenwriting. Selected to spearhead a capstone film at the University of Central Arkansas, demonstrating creative execution and directing abilities. Selected to UCA Film Festival for an array of thoughtful characters and unique directorial vision.
I was hired by CEO Emily Railsback to co-write "Roadtrip to the Totality Zone", an independent feature she is producing and directing. Pre-production, expected shoot 2025.
1st Assistant Director for short film called "To Katelin, From Her Former Self", directed by Cassie Keet. Coordinated with the ACS Teen filmmaking lab, so in addition to standard 1st Assistant Directors, I kept the students calm and focused.
Golf clubfitter. Had appointments with customers to custom fit them into golf clubs. Additionally, assistant manager in the store, handled money, opened/closed, placed orders, repaired clubs, cash register. Worked in clubfitting since 2017, in addition to filmmaking.
Key Production Assistant for the short "The Game Camera", releasing in late 2024. Directed by Emily Railsback. Worked directly with the line producer, coordinated the other PAs, handled crafty, and acted as a spare grip.
Additionally, gun wrangler on "The Game Camera" for scenes that required it. Handled the prop, which was a modified firearm, and planned/maintained the safety regulations surrounding the prop. Firearm safety certification in the state of Arkansas.
Production:
-Directing Experience
-Crew Management
-Script breakdown
-Call sheet creation
-Set tear down
Screenwriting:
-Character Development
-Dialogue Evaluation
-Collaborative mindset
-Screenplay Analysis
-Pitching