Resume
Summary of Qualifications
- Social and extroverted, with an excellent ability to communicate and high emotional intelligence
- Strong working knowledge of the Film and Television Industry with experience providing script coverage.
- Visual learner with an illustrative imagination, talented in creative endeavours.
- Organized individual, skilled at running an efficient schedule, proven through experience as a 1st Assistant Director.
- Task-oriented, eager to learn, and adaptive to change.
- Vancouver Island local, with an appreciation for food, friends, philosophy, live music, and getting out in nature
Technical Skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Media Production
Ryerson University, Toronto, ON
Sep 2018 – Exp. 2022
My studies at Ryerson’s RTA School of Media have taught me much about the current media landscape. I’ve learned to write detailed coverage for scripts, develop compelling stories and effectively market to a target audience. I’ve also learned a multitude of technical and production skills, all while maintaining a GPA of 4.05, awarding me a spot on the Dean’s list for three consecutive years.
Relevant Courses:
Media Experience
Development Intern – Darius Films, Toronto
May 2021 – Aug 2021
- Read a high volume of scripts, providing coverage and critical analysis, and watched rough cuts of films to provide detailed notes.
- Assisted with general research, completed a variety of paperwork, and assisted with creating cast lists and contracts.
- Described as highly productive compared to other interns.
Creative Director & 1st Assistant Director– “Bex Likes Frogs” Short Film
Jan 2021 – Present
- Designed a creative vision for set design, props, wardrobe, and makeup, that was executed independently, resulting in a visually stunning project.
- Developed breakdowns, call sheets, shooting schedules, day-out-of-days schedule, and production budget, among other paperwork.
- Oversaw the schedule during production, making updates under pressure to maximize efficiency and keep crew on schedule.
Video Editor – St. Andrew’s Church
May 2021 – Present
- Editing audio and video production of virtual church service to be enjoyed by St. Andrew’s community members.
- Creating engaging and professional content each week to meet a strict deadline.
Writer & Producer – “Grilled”
Oct 2019 – Present
- Wrote an original pilot script and series pitch bible for a half-hour dramedy and pitched to development executives at CBC Drama, Guru Studios, and Firvalley Productions.
- Developed a production calendar, Telefilm budget, cash flow, financing plan and marketing plan, calculated tax credits, and created contracts.
Volunteer Experience
CURTAS Toronto Life Advisor, Ryerson University RTA Course Union
Sep 2018 – Apr 2020
Organized educational and social events on a 24 person team, ensured a positive experience for new students
Stage Manager, Victoria High School
Sep 2015 – Aug 2017
Effectively delegated tasks to crew, designed lighting and sound, organized set, costumes, props, and did blocking, all while being the main point of contact– yielding 2 years of highly successful musical theatre productions
Lighting and Sound Technician, Sin City Improv
Feb 2016 – Mar 2017
Executed improvised lighting and sound design for a professional improv group, contributing to a fun and fresh show for the audience each week
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