EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVES

Film/Video Editor

Sound Engineer/Sound Design

After recently graduating from the film production course at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University), I am seeking a full-time position in sound engineering/design. My education and experience thus far has given me a solid foundation in film/video editing and audio recording for commercial and creative projects. I am eager for the opportunity to learn and contribute to your company’s success.

PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE

• Small scale informative video series

• Small - medium scale narrative productions

• Larger scale documentary productions

• Production Assistant on commercial shoots with King Ursa Productions and Radke Film Group

• 5 years of commercial video editing

• Real-estate photography & videography

SELECTED FILMOGRAPHY

• IMAFF 2022: Cordelia (2022) - Sound Recordist/ Lead Sound Designer & Editor/ Foley Artist

• IMAFF 2022: Tonight You Will Shine (2022) - Sound Designer & Editor

• IMAFF 2022: Tough Guy (2022) - Lead Sound Designer & Editor/ Sound Repair Technician

• IMAFF 2022: Sugar Baby (2022) - Sound Recordist

• The Hummussiah (2021) - Lead Editor/ Sound Designer/ Sound Recordist

• Stuck (2020) - Director

SKILLS/PROFICIENCIES

• Adobe Premiere Pro

• DaVinci Resolve

• Adobe After Effects

• Adobe Audition

• ProTools

• FL Studio

• Reaper

• Adobe Photoshop

EDUCATION

Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University): Film Production Program, Bachelor of Fine Arts graduated June 2023

Parkdale Collegiate Institute: Ontario Secondary School Graduate, International Baccalaureate recipient, Ontario Scholar recipient June 2018

WORK EXPERIENCE

Videographer & Video Editor (part-time): Feb 2022— Present, Chen’s Education/Canada, Toronto

• Proposed relevant video topic ideas.

• Researched and collected information to create video scripts.

• Created production planning documents in order to assess the scope of each project & communicate step by step how to produce each video efficiently.

• Independently turned scripts into short format video.

• Delivered edits with, titles, graphics, audio and effects.

• Reviewed content for quality control to drive vital technical and editorial corrections.

Editing Contractor (part-time): Feb 2022— Present, York University, Toronto

• Contributed editing expertise to online webinars for academic purposes.

• Delivered edits with, titles, graphics, audio and effects.

• Reviewed content for quality control to drive vital technical and editorial corrections.

• Edited internal communications videos for digital distribution by managing graphics, sound, music mix and color correction.

Executive Producer/ Editor (consulting, part-time): Jan 2021 — Present, Eweknit Toronto

• Organized video files/data from camera media, transcoding video and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.

• Shot long-form podcast videos, maintaining continuity and energy.

• Played key role in facilitating projects and contributing to every stage of film and video production.

• Planned and scheduled crews members and equipment to accommodate filming schedules.

• Participated in creative meetings to assist in developing ideas and defining project deadlines.

• Exported final cuts and upload to content management system and client platforms.

• Managed projects and workflows for creation of Instagram Reels.

Editing Contractor (consulting, part-time): Jun 2020— Aug 2022, Aviso Wealth, Toronto

• Contributed editing expertise to online content campaigns and performed commercial editorial work for executive level clients.

• Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio and special effects.

• Reviewed content for quality control to drive vital technical and editorial corrections.

• Reviewed and edited film by selecting best combination of performance, sequencing and timing to convey meaning.

• Edited internal communications videos for digital distribution by managing graphics, sound, music mix and color correction.

• Worked with editorial team to develop, produce and edit content for digital distribution.

• Managed projects and workflows for creation of externally dedicated promotional videos.

Production Head: July — September 2018, Bolan Creative, Toronto

• Oversee planning stages of production, planning locations, dates and times.

• Study scripts to become familiar with production concepts and requirements.

• Direct the actors and the camera operator on set.

• Organize and string together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or the instructions of directors and producers

• Determine specific audio and visual effects and music necessary to create desired effect

• Set up and operate computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units.

• Select and combine the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly running story.

• Confer with director concerning layout or editing approaches needed to increase entertainment value.