Description
Education:
Hofstra University School of Communications (09/06-12/10)
Double Major in Film Studies and Production and Print Journalism with a Minor in Psychology
Graduated with Sum Cum Laude Honors
Academic Achievements
I graduated with Highest Honors from Hofstra University’s Honors College. I was a member of the Golden Key International Honor Society, Phi Betta Kappa Honor Society, and Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society. I was also on the Provost’s List for Fall 2008, Spring 2010, and Fall 2010 in addition to being placed on the Dean’s List every single semester from 09/06 through 12/10.
My thesis film “Conciliation” was awarded the “Honorary Mention Award” at Hofstra’s Film Department Festival. Additionally, I was the recipient of the “Best Senior Award for Print Journalism” from Journalism Faculty
Film Credits
Producer/Director/Writer:
Narrative Shorts
• “Conciliation” (Senior Thesis Film) co-directed with Francisco Salazar
• “The Test” co-directed with Francisco Salazar, also worked as Cinematographer, Editor, and Sound Designer
• “The Swan”, co-directed with Francisco Salazar, also worked as Cinematographer, Editor, and Sound Designer
• “Cures,” co-directed with Francisco Salazar
• “Under Twilight” co-directed with Francisco Salazar
Experimental Shorts:
“Vela”, “Scherzando”, “Meditation on Saw and Glass Goblet”
Camera Department
• “Insignia” (Senior Thesis Film) Directed by Jeff Sesselberg
o 2nd. Assistant Camera: Responsibilities included loading film stocks, measuring focus, setting focus marks; in charge of camera reports and slates,
• “One, Two, Three” (Senior Thesis Film) Directed by Matt Salomon
o 1st and 2nd. Assistant Camera: Responsibilities included changing and cleaning lens, pulling focus, loading and downloading film stocks, measuring focus, setting focus marks; in charge of camera reports and slates.
Art Department
• “I found a Hole” (Senior Thesis Film) Directed by Kyle Milardo
o Props designer: Responsibilities include designing props such out of cardboard boxes
Production Assistant:
• -“Whiskey and Cigarettes” (Senior Thesis Film) by Nick Richter
• “The River” (Senior Thesis Film) Directed by Adrian Saba
Extra Curriculum:
• Member of Hofstra Filmmaker’s Club
• Photographer and Reporter for Hofstra Chronicle Newspaper, Hofstra’s Pulse Magazine and Nassau News Hub from Spring
• Public Relations Specialist for Hofstra’s Branch of Golden Key International Honor Society
• Copy Editor of Hofstra’s Pulse Magazine Spring 2009 Edition
• Concertmaster of Hofstra Symphony Orchestra and Hofstra String Orchestra
• Participant in the RAP Program Research Study at the Zucker Hillside Hospital
Work Experience:
Internships:
Michael Mailer Films 81 Worth Street, New York, NY 10013
Office Assistant, Production Assistant (09/10- Present)
Responsibilities: Reading script submissions and providing detailed coverage analysis and evaluations
Merrick.Patch.com (Editor: Mr. Ryan Bonner)
Reporter, Photographer (01/10-05/10)
Responsibilities:
• Attending communal events and/or attending interviews for local stories
• Taking Photographs at community events or interviews
• Writing and editing stories for publication on Merrick.Patch.com on a weekly basis
Other Work Experience
Employer: Nassau Educators Federal Credit Union 1000 Corporate Drive, Westbury, New York 11590
Seasonal Teller (7/08 -09/10)
Responsibilities:
• Providing banking services to members
• Managing member’s bank accounts
Westbury Family Medical 530 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY 11590
Part-Time Office Assistant (05/07-06/08)
Responsibilities:
• Organizing and filing patient’s medical information
• Scheduling appointments
• Verifying insurance information with health insurance representatives
Circuit City 1504 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY 11590
Part-time Sales Representative (08/06-04/07)
Responsibilities:
• Providing customers with information on products to help them make purchases
• Organizing the store prior to opening and closing
Private Violin Teacher (09/03-Present)
Responsibilities: Teaching the art of violin playing and music making to elementary, middle school, and high school students.
Other Skills and Training
Computer Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Publisher, Powerpoint, Excel, Access
• Proficient in Final Cut Pro and Avid Media Composer
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Indesign
Languages Spoken
Proficiency in English, Spanish, French
Knowledgeable of Italian and German
Music
• 14 years of Violin Playing under the tutelage of Dr. Dale Stuckenbruck
• Concertmaster of Hofstra Symphony Orchestra and Hofstra String Orchestra
• Past Member of the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra (MYO) from 2000-2006 where positions held include: Concertmaster of MYO Concert Orchestra, 1st violin section of MYO Chamber Orchestra, and principal 2nd violinist of MYO Principal Orchestra
• As Member of MYO performed at Avery Fisher Hall and Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center, and Carnegie Hall.
• Organized Spring 2006 concert for Kammermusik Chamber Orchestra directed by Dr. Dale Stuckenbruck
Acting
Ted Bardy Acting Studio (2006-2008)
-Intensive training in Meisner Technique
References: Available upon request