Description
I am a highly organized, efficient people person with experience in film, writing, and the business world. I'm looking for my next creative venture!
Film Experience
o "Barreled" (2012; currently in post-production) Assistant Director
• Created call sheets, managed on-set responsibilities, schedules, and production documents
• Assisted in script analysis and detail development
o "Atria" (2011 – 2012; currently in post-production) Producer, Assistant Director
• Designed and managed production, call sheets, and all schedules
• Head of casting, hired and negotiated cast and crew contracts
• Second Unit Director, supervised and collaborated on script from pre-production through editing
o Grand Rapids Symphony: Celebration of Soul Honorees (2012) Producer, Cinematographer, Editor
o "Bullies on Vacation" (2010) Producer, Production Manager
• Created and managed pre-production and shooting schedules
• Assisted in casting, hired and negotiated crew and contracts
• Represented film at festivals and award shows
o “Unibomber” (2009) Writer, Director, Executive Producer
• Created and managed all schedules, head of casting, negotiated locations and personnel contracts
o "Virginia" (2009) Production Assistant
• Processed morning paperwork and managed closing of production office after wrap
• Selected and interviewed applicants for AD dept., assisted in production, set design, cast/crew
o "What Are You W8ing For?" (2009) PSA/Doc for BGSU, Co-Producer, Cinematographer, Editor
o “Priority” (2009) Writer, Director, Executive Producer
• Designed scenes, head of casting, edited final product
o Commercial for Liberty Medical (2007) Writer, Co-Producer, Co-Editor
Work Experience
o KEM Enterprises Inc., Senior Administrative Manager, Consultant (June 2003 - present)
• Designed ad campaigns, reviewed contracts, handled distributor orders
• Ensured quality control and customer service, provide technology support
• Attend trade shows and conferences, meet with business partners and clients
o Waterfront Film Festival, Venue Manager (June 2007 – June 2012)
• Worked and managed Venue 1 (largest venue at festival with biggest film premieres and showings)
• Introduced films and acted as liaison to filmmakers and celebrities
• Supervised and organized volunteers while managing film schedules
o Bowling Green State University, Resident Adviser (January 2008 – May 2009)
• Built communities and personal relationships with residents and university staff
• Organized and advertised programs and events, both in-hall and campus wide
• Served on the Resident Adviser Selecting and Recruiting Committee (January 2008 – May 2009)
• Co-designed hiring process of RAs and advertisements, managed “Carousel” interview weekends
• Member of The National Residence Hall Honorary (service organization; top 1% student leaders)
Education
o Bowling Green State University - Graduated May 2009
• Bachelor of Fine Arts with a major in Creative Writing and minor in Film
Skills
o Knowledge of lighting, audio recording, basic cinematography
o Experience with Adobe Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, InDesign, Story, After Effects)
o Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint)
Aaron Mracna has been in the industry since 2009.