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ABC University Film Major Targeting Internship Opportunities

Current deans list film major highly motivated to secure an internship in the industry. Fast learner and hard worker with a keen eye for detail and strong command of camera and editing techniques. Passion for the art of visual storytelling, with filmmaking talents repeatedly recognized through top honors in student film competitions.

KEY SKILLS
Cameras: Editing Software: Other Applications: Systems: Canon GL2 / XL2

Panasonic DVX100A / HVX200

RED Sound Forge

Adobe Premiere Pro / After Effects Blender (3D program) Windows and Mac OS

Final Cut Pro

Acid

Apple Shake

Apple Color

MS Office Suite

EDUCATION
ABC UNIVERSITY (Action College of Film & Media Arts) Sometown, CA Pursuing BFA in Film Production (Specialization in Cinematography), 2007 to Present Honors: Deans List (all semesters)

Current GPA: 3.7

Completed Coursework in Major Includes: Feature Analysis Audio Design & Techniques Intermediate Film Production History of Film

Introduction to Visual Storytelling Introduction to Film Aesthetics Screenwriting Fundamentals Production Design & Management

Editing I Directing I Cinematography I Overview of Digital Arts

Project Highlights:

Selected for production assistant role on three senior director projects (one of which won first place in Student Works Showcase). Served as camera assistant on two Web commercials for local businesses. Currently completing five-minute short for junior project, shot on RED digital camera.

SOMETOWN HIGH SCHOOL Sometown, TX High School Diploma, 2007

Honors: Delivered commencement address as class salutatorian

Golden Key Honor Society

Activities: Served as lead cameraman for broadcast department with fully equipped TV studio during junior and senior years. Helped shoot and edit schools promotional video used as a recruiting and fundraising vehicle. Filmed dozens of football games and special events.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Honored as one of only three ABC University students (and the sole junior-level student) selected to interview renowned filmmaker Robert Rodriguez on his recent release (Red Sonja) Top 5 Finisher (out of 150), College Division, 2009 Los Angeles 24-Hour Film Race (Role: Director/Editor) 3rd Place (out of 150), College Division, 2008 Los Angeles 24-Hour Film Race (Role: Cinematographer) 2nd Place (out of 50), College Division, 2007 Dallas 24-Hour Film Race (Role: Co-Writer/Cinematographer)

2nd Place (out of 30+), Pixel Division, 2006 Dallas 24-Hour Film Race (Role: Cinematographer/Editor)