Experience

Screenwriter/Development

• Movies, Videos, and Sound
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Screenwriter

  • May 2014 - Present

  • Member of writing staff for comedy web series. Wrote individual episodes. Met with a team of writers to lay out the season, flesh out scenes, tie in serialized arcs, and unite themes. • Wrote feature scripts that have competed in screenwriting contests and film festivals. • Independently consulted independent writers with breakdowns, one-on-one workshop notes, and general advice on script drafts. Achievements of Note: Screencraft Comedy Contest (2020) -- Quarterfinalist (A Word from Our Sponsors) Beverly Hills Film Festival (2020) - Contestant for Best Screenplay (A Word from Our Sponsors) Screencraft Action & Adventure Contest (2023) — Quarterfinalist (50/50 K/O) Show less



Freelance

• Director/Producer

  • Jul 2014 - Present

  Producer• Recruited and assembled crews of skilled professionals appropriate to the project needs.• Laid out logistics including managing budget, allocation of funds, and communication channels.• Developed scripts based on feasibility and accumulated necessary resources for projects through fundraising and brokering deals with vendors, prop houses, equipment rentals, and more. • Scouted and managed locations and items necessary for filming.• Worked with individual team-members to unite personal objectives into a team-based operation.• Wrote and formalized contracts, managed insurance and legal documents, established and enforced protocol in accordance with industry standards.•Director• Developed narrative concept, wrote the shooting script, reworked necessary edits, and worked with skilled team members who fit the overall creative vision.• Rehearsed and directed actors, staged action, and executed vision for project. Gave notes and made necessary adjustments during production based on active conditions.• Assembled cuts, edited footage, and oversaw post-production process by working with editor, visual effects artist, and colorist, balancing time constraints and the creative process.Credits include:- Heretic (Short FIlm) as Director/Producer- ALERT (Short Film) as Producer- Breathe with Me (Music Video) as Producer- Rated Art (MA Thesis Film) as Producer- Gold Dogma (USC MFA Thesis Film) as Line Producer Show less

• Filmmaker

  • Aug 2017 - Present

  Assistant Director• Scheduled scenes according to available time, created call sheets and organized shot lists into most efficient layout. • Facilitated lines of communication on set while strategizing cast and crew member participation for best efficiency.• Directed cast based on director’s vision, including principal cast and extras. • Worked with every department to ensure proper time was allocated for preparation and execution while keeping in line with schedule.• Ensured rules and safety regulations were being followed.Script Supervisor• Assessed details of production, ensuring continuity precision based on previous shots.• Worked beside directors to monitor dialogue delivery and accuracy.• Marked technical notes for post-production team.Production Designer• Within the bounds of the director's vision, I managed and enhanced visual design including prop choices, set design, and costume styling.• Established a consistent color palette and maintained design identity throughout physical production.Selected Credits:Assistant Director:- MUSIC VIDEO: Corretta - Last Dance- COMMERCIAL: Nobushi Whiskey- CONCEPT FILM: A Time to StandScript Supervisor:- PILOT: Off the Grid- USC MFA SHORT FILM: Ebezina- USC MFA SHORT FILM: TruckstopProduction Design:- A Bridge to NowhereProduction Assistant: - COMMERCIAL: "Flower Power"- SHORT FILM: The Cosmopolitan West- SHORT FILM: Love = Tacos Show less



Pepperdine University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Athletics Camera Operator

  • Sep 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Recorded action shots and highlight plays of various D1 collegiate sports. • Operated floor camera and game camera for real-time footage. • Creatively captured player and team moments with working feedback from the director and control room crew. • Recorded action shots and highlight plays of various D1 collegiate sports. • Operated floor camera and game camera for real-time footage. • Creatively captured player and team moments with working feedback from the director and control room crew.



National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP)

• United States
• Entertainment
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Coordinator

  • Mar 2022 - May 2022

  • Scouted and conducted research on up-and-coming creative storytellers and companies around the entertainment industry. • Coordinated closely with the admin team to set goals, design the media market program, and sort through applicants best suiting the organization’s identity. • Conducted outreach to executives and accomplished filmmakers. • Fielded and reviewed dozens of proposals and pitches from prospective talent. • Copywrote program informational material. • Worked alongside the marketing division for program social media campaign and public presentation. • Engaged in in-depth research of studio databases, compiling data on projects and industry playing field. Show less



DIY Do It Yourself Home Center

• United States
• Wholesale Building Materials
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Customer Service Representative

  • Mar 2020 - Jul 2020

  • Assisted in customer service, construction, and handiwork at local hardware and home goods department store. Facilitated service desk staff and trained new hires. • Assisted in customer service, construction, and handiwork at local hardware and home goods department store. Facilitated service desk staff and trained new hires.



Pepperdine University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Production Equipment Office Staff

  • Sep 2018 - Apr 2019

  • Distributed a diverse array of film production equipment and resolved on-set issues pertaining to camera functionality. • Distributed a diverse array of film production equipment and resolved on-set issues pertaining to camera functionality.



Spark Sports

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Podcast Contributor

  • Jun 2017 - Nov 2017

  • Streamed and Narrated Sporting Events. • Contributed to Sports Entertainment Content Creation. • Streamed and Narrated Sporting Events. • Contributed to Sports Entertainment Content Creation.



Ripple Entertainment

• United States
• Entertainment Providers

• Media Intern

  • Jul 2017 - Aug 2017

  • Gathered content data • Assisted administration in meetings • Compiled lists for upcoming media • Edited advertising for production company’s web series and online content. • Gathered content data • Assisted administration in meetings • Compiled lists for upcoming media • Edited advertising for production company’s web series and online content.