A Freelance Filmmaker is an independent artist who is responsible for creating all kinds of video productions, from music videos to television shows. Essential duties and responsibilities associated with the post are listed on the Freelance Filmmaker Resume – editing video materials, using appropriate video equipment, adding special effects to video productions, delivering required work on time, filming videos on set, ensuring the equipment for the shoot is present and working, editing footage in post-production; and planning the shoot with the creative team and the clients.
The ideal candidate for this role must be able to showcase on the resume the following skills – video production expertise, editing skills, creativity; deadline orientation, and self-promotion. Other crucial skills include the following – proficiency with editing software such as Photoshop, excellent interpersonal skills, and relative fitness. Most Freelance Filmmakers may not have any formal education but have videography training of some sort.
Summary : To obtain a part-time Freelance Filmmaker position with an emphasis on Sales Support/Office Management utilizing extensive experience and skills. Productive in contributing effectively towards the objectives of a team, and is able to share knowledge, ideas, and information.
Skills : Pro Tools, Adobe CC, Avid, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing.
Description :
Involved cataloging hours of footage, getting pick up shots, and interviews- all things that come with the territory of a documentary.
Labeled This was a personal project I wrote and directed.
Labeled was a nationally touring anti-bully PSA short film.
Translated creative briefs and business needs into story-based video content.
Shooted and edited short and long-form video content, ensuring brand and message consistency across all consumer touchpoints.
Ensured the quality of work meets or exceeds agency, brand and client expectations.
Worked with the Studio 60 and other internal Yamaha teams to imagine the future video project.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
GED
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Objective : Over 1-2 years of work-related experience; publicity/ agency/studio/network experience desired. Responsible for maintaining standards of strict confidentiality with respect to all incoming forms of communications and documents.
Skills : Pro Tools, Adobe CC, Avid, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing.
Description :
Sketched storyboards and collaborate with the creative team (copywriters, designers, etc.) as needed.
Partnered with the Producer to plan all the necessary resources (gear, location scouting, etc.) and the talent involved in the production.
Edited with multiple rounds of feedback with stakeholders.
Worked with Producer to ensure final delivery specs are correct.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
G.E.D
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Headline : Experienced in creating visual design of commercials and shows to cater to clients' needs via directing and editing media products for entrepreneurs, independent production companies, small businesses, organizations, and corporations. Strong skills set in directing and editing television broadcasted shows, commercials, documentaries, independent short movies, promo spots, and music videos.
Worked on short-term contracts for post-production studios, television companies and corporate employers.
Assembled recorded raw material into a finished product that's suitable for broadcasting Developing relationships with people in the industry and film community who could be sources of referrals.
Currently established a vimeo and youtube channel for already finished films and promotions.
Furnished upon request Skills Used Writing and Visual Storytelling Strong communication skills.
Successfully conveyed my vision to a crew to ensure it ends up reflected in the finished film.
Partnered with Studio 60 leadership and collaborate with internal teams including Creative, Operations, Account, Media and Digital Development.
Partnered with outside creative and/or production resources as needed.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Headline : Experienced teaching video production to freshmen in the context of the College of Art & Design and illustrations of diversity and inclusivity in teaching practices will be requested and expected.
Worked has got my numbers of awards in my education years.
Had just recently got awarded for Music Video in Ottawa International Film Festival and selected in Cannes Film Festival Short Film Corner.
Performed tactical functions such as updating WorkFront (internal workflow tool), and performing other duties as needed.
Shooted and edited ongoing curriculum content for LifeKids ministry.
Collaborated with ministry leaders, writers, content developers, producers, and other filmmakers to bring continued improvement and innovation to our video content.
Worked with a team of high quality filmmakers to push the potential of church media forward.
Planned, shooted, edited, and delivered documentary-style videos for the Life.Church audience.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Summary : As a Freelance Filmmaker, responsible for inviting all our instructors to customize the lesson plans to their strengths and ideas to improve the student experience and education outcomes and also Leading effective, engaging workshops around the creation of short experimental films and how they contribute to the success of a production.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, iMovie, Customer Service, Computer .
Description :
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Researched leads and conduct pre-interviews to develop potential stories.
Worked with writers, content developers, producers, and other filmmakers to develop concepts and scripts.
Edited social media videos optimized for specific platforms.
Created promos, music videos, or other creative video projects as needed.
Reviewed the program websites and various internal 2020 impact documents.
Conducted four interviews, one with each program stakeholders to gather further information and capture vision for their program write-up.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
B.F.A. In Film/TV Production
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Summary : Self-motivated, energetic, and passionate post-production digital imaging professional; that combines a good work ethic and outside-the-box problem-solving. Film post-production experience on four feature films, multiple short films and commercials, music videos, and student films. Larger projects included production budgets up to one million dollars. Results-driven team player is willing to go the extra mile to complete projects on time and within budget.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Logic Pro, Cubase, Sales, Film Editing.
Description :
Completed a training video for Iowa City parks and recreation that would hire 20 new people.
Assisted with the taping of shows and other individual positions.
Developed a very detailed and in depth $5000 budget for a full length Action Film.
Created an 86 page screenplay to be made into a full length action film.
Worked with past Annual Reports as a template, draft all program components of Annual Report.
Completed two feedback cycles for copyedits with program stakeholders and leadership.
Collaborated with design team to communicate layout vision, including images and graphics.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BA In Film Production
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Summary : Motivated Film Crew Member able to adapt to multiple crew roles. Collaborative team member who can work all hours, is responsible, and works well under challenging deadlines. Background in directing, filming, and editing.
Skills : Retail Sales, Customer Service, Video Production, Video Editing.
Description :
Developed ideas and write treatments for feature and short films for various commercial brands.
Knowledged and experienced with both in-studio style as well as documentary, run-n-gun style filmmaking.
Directed, shoted, and edited short and featured films for various brands including Hurley, Quiksilver, Billabong, and Swatch.
Directed, shoted, and edited a commercial for the smart phone application, ReplySoon, LLC.
Directed, shoted, and edited a commercial for Extreme Athletics, Inc.
Completed a training video for Iowa City parks and recreation that would hire 20 new people.
Assisted with the taping of shows and other individual positions.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Diploma
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Summary : Experienced cinematographer, grip, and video editor, with a background in music production, mechanical engineering and customer service.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, Canon Cameras, Sony Cameras, RED Cinema Cameras, Networking, Editing, Computer , Communication .
Description :
Started my own film production company called Stryking Image Productions.
Managed a small team of two very talented filmmakers that have strengths in different areas.
Worked hard to create the shared vision of our clients.
Experienced in Directing, Producing, Writing, Acting, Editing, and various other crew roles.
Developed a very detailed and in depth $5000 budget for a full length Action Film.
Created an 86 page screenplay to be made into a full length action film.
Managed and maintained of executives calendars, assisting in meeting scheduling and preparation, scheduling conference calls, and booking / creating detailed itineraries for executives travel.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In Theory And Practice Of Cinema
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Summary : A highly dependable, trustworthy person with experience in a fast paced, deadline driven environment with the capabilities of not only is seeing the larger picture but also the smallest details. A charismatic person with strong leadership abilities but knows when the listen and follow. Strong business sense and nature entrepreneurship creates a mindset that the customers and the business are equally important combined jack of all trades attitude breeds a loyal, dedicated employee, team member, and leader.
Skills : Movie Magic Budgeting, Microsoft Office, Keynote, Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro Studio, Plural Eyes 3.5, Avid.
Description :
Processed all business-related expenses using the Concur/SAP program in a timely manner.
Drafted and edited talking points, press releases, media alerts, intra-company communications, and other materials.
Generated schedules for executives for premieres, speaking engagements, and events (charity, awards, panels).
Filed and retrieved corporate documents, records, and reports.
Assisted in processing departmental invoices.
Maintained and updated executive contacts as well as team and film/TV-related distribution lists.
Updated reports, excel documents, charts, and capturing meeting minutes/notes.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Diploma In Teaching
Freelance Filmmaker Resume
Headline : A high-energy, confident professional with an infectious enthusiasm to help other people accomplish their goals. I am also a very organized, detail-oriented, and conscientious self-starter, able to strategize and prioritize effectively to accomplish multiple tasks and stay calm under pressure while being a dedicated and hard-working guide leading others toward their dreams.
Skills : Split Case Picker, Kiva picking, and replenishment.
Description :
Provided support at special events including press days/junkets, premieres, screenings with onsite logistics including check-in, talent wrangling, etc, as assigned.
Tracked media coverage including daily breaks and breaking news stories.
Assisted with all initiatives surrounding corporate events, corporate philanthropy, and corporate ads.
Coordinated and booked filmmaker and talent travel needs; create talent schedules.
Created and maintained contact sheets of talent reps for films and tv projects.
Created press lists as needed.
Performed ad hoc assignments and projects as assigned, including research.
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