Zachary Galamgam
Goleta,CA
Summary
Adaptable and aspiring film professional with extensive experience at Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Proven expertise in camera setup and focus pulling, ensuring seamless production workflows. Recognized for enhancing visual storytelling through creative lighting and effective communication, driving projects to successful completion while maintaining high standards of quality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Actor
Independent Film Making
Goleta, CA
04.2025 - 02.2026
- Collaborated with directors to interpret scripts and develop character portrayals.
- Engaged with crew members to ensure seamless production flow during filming.
Grip
Independent Film Making
Santa Barbara, CA
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated grip equipment to ensure seamless execution of film scenes
- Collaborated with camera and lighting departments to optimize production workflows
- Assisted in setting up and dismantling rigging for various film shoots
- Managed inventory of grip tools and supplies to maintain operational efficiency
Food Expeditor
Ettore's Bakery and Cafe
Sacramento, CA
06.2021 - 01.2026
- Coordinated food orders between kitchen and dining area to ensure timely service.
- Monitored food presentation standards, ensuring consistency with Ettore's quality expectations.
- Assisted in training new staff on expediting procedures and customer service protocols.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order preparation processes, enhancing efficiency.
1st Assistant Director
Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Goleta, CA
12.2025 - 12.2025
- Managed communication between director, crew, and producer to ensure smooth operations.
- Assisted in developing production timelines and budgets for various projects.
- Coordinated pre-production activities, including location scouting and casting, to set the stage for smooth shooting processes.
1st Assistant Camera
Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Santa Barbara, CA
11.2025 - 11.2025
- Operated and maintained camera equipment during production dates.
- Collaborated with the Director of Photography to achieve desired visual effects through proper camera placement and movement.
- Expedited scene transitions by swiftly changing out lenses, filters, and batteries in accordance with production schedules.
- Assisted in managing camera workflow, ensuring timely setup for various screenings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media Studies
UC Santa Barbara
Goleta, CA06-2026
High School Diploma -
Roseville High School
Roseville, CA06-2022
Skills
- Deadline oriented
- Creative lighting
- Camera department workflow (1st & 2nd AC support)
- Grip and electric fundamentals
- Camera department workflow (1st & 2nd AC support)
- Pro Tools (ADR recording, dialogue editing, routing, playlists)
- DaVinci Resolve
- On set coordination and communication
Affiliations
- Delta Kappa Alpha Co-Ed Professional Cinematic Society
- Reality UCSB Film Club
- Tau Sigma National Honor Society
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
1st Assistant Director
Santa Barbara International Film Festival
12.2025 - 12.2025
Grip
Independent Film Making
11.2025 - 01.2026
1st Assistant Camera
Santa Barbara International Film Festival
11.2025 - 11.2025
Actor
Independent Film Making
04.2025 - 02.2026
Food Expeditor
Ettore's Bakery and Cafe
06.2021 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media Studies
UC Santa Barbara
High School Diploma -
Roseville High School