Charles Tait

Enterprise Education Outreach at ShotDeck
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Contact Information
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa, ZA
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Afrikaans Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Dutch Limited working proficiency

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Credentials

  • Animation Storyboarding
    Triggerfish
    Mar, 2023
    - Nov, 2024
  • Certified Training for Camera Systems
    ARRI
    Jan, 2019
    - Nov, 2024
  • Lenovo Certified Technician
    Lenovo
    Jan, 2006
    - Nov, 2024
  • First Aid - Level 1
    SETA & Department of Labour
    Jan, 2020
    - Nov, 2024
  • Fire Safety Training
    SETA & Department of Labour
  • Microsoft Certified Profesional
    Microsoft

Experience

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Enterprise Education Outreach
      • May 2023 - Present

    • Movies, Videos, and Sound
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Cinematographer
      • 2010 - Present

      An experienced cinematographer with a passion for capturing compelling visuals. Specialized in working on diverse projects, including reality TV shows, films, and documentaries. Proficient in utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and techniques that engage audiences. Collaborative team player with a keen eye for detail and a strong ability to adapt to various production environments. Dedicated to delivering exceptional results on time and within budget. Second Unit, Commercials, Short Films, and more. Show less

    • Movies, Videos, and Sound
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Senior Lecturer
      • Feb 2017 - Dec 2022

      Delivering engaging lectures and workshops, developing and refining the curriculum, on Cinematography and Directing. With a focus on fostering industry connections. Providing hands-on instruction and mentorship to students, conducting constructive critiques and personalized feedback, engaging in scholarly activities, offering academic guidance and support to students, and contributing to administrative tasks. Delivering engaging lectures and workshops, developing and refining the curriculum, on Cinematography and Directing. With a focus on fostering industry connections. Providing hands-on instruction and mentorship to students, conducting constructive critiques and personalized feedback, engaging in scholarly activities, offering academic guidance and support to students, and contributing to administrative tasks.

    • South Africa
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Visiting Lecturer
      • Mar 2022 - Aug 2022

      I facilitated immersive learning experiences, equipping students with the problem-solving tools to a non-linear, iterative process. With a focus on practical application, I fostered an environment that encouraged critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. Committed to inspiring and empowering the next generation of design thinkers to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions. I facilitated immersive learning experiences, equipping students with the problem-solving tools to a non-linear, iterative process. With a focus on practical application, I fostered an environment that encouraged critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. Committed to inspiring and empowering the next generation of design thinkers to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions.

  • 4x4 Video
    • South Africa
    • Cinematographer
      • Oct 2010 - Dec 2016

      Expertise in capturing dynamic visuals across various genres, including ads, 4x4 events, motor racing, mountain biking, adventure racing, and more. We deliver captivating footage that engages audiences and captures the essence of thrilling sporting events. Adept at collaborating with top brands, and production teams, understanding client requirements, and utilizing innovative techniques to bring adventures to the screen. Expertise in capturing dynamic visuals across various genres, including ads, 4x4 events, motor racing, mountain biking, adventure racing, and more. We deliver captivating footage that engages audiences and captures the essence of thrilling sporting events. Adept at collaborating with top brands, and production teams, understanding client requirements, and utilizing innovative techniques to bring adventures to the screen.

Education

  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    Master of Arts (M.A.), Afrikaans and Dutch
    2014 - 2015
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    Baccalaureus Artium Honours, Afrikaans
    2011 - 2012
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
    Baccalaureus Artium, Sociology & Afrikaans
    2009 - 2011

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