John Kent

Here is a PDF of my resume for printing. A letter of recommendation from my last employer.


John C. Kent
1776 N. Sycamore Ave Apt. #208
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(213) 453-8886
john@johnkent.us

Qualifications

Highly organized and detailed-oriented, efficient time management skills, ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines, professional work ethic, and punctual.

Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook Express, Mozilla Thunderbird, Paint Shop Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Reader, Final Draft, and Internet savvy.

Education

Sept 2003–June 2005 UC Santa Barbara B.A., Film Studies (High Honors)

Work Experience

Oct 2005–March 2007 Romar Entertainment, Inc. West Hollywood, CA

Assistant

  • Answered phones, rolled calls, and scheduled appointments.

  • Picked up and delivered DVD screeners of potential releases.

  • Ordered and restocked office supplies.

  • Responsible for opening and locking up the office.

  • Drafted distribution term sheets (short and long form).

  • Read and evaluated multiple scripts for potential production and/or distribution.

  • Created graphic reports and visual aids for investment proposal plan.

  • Screened and evaluated films for potential theatrical release.

  • Enhanced viral marketing for releases on fan forums like MySpace and imdb.com.

  • Oversaw shipment of promotional materials (trailers, posters) for theatrical release.

Sept 2003–June 2005 UCSB TA Development Program Goleta, CA

Camera Operator

  • Videotaped TA classes and consultations using Sony Handycam or Canon Digital Video Camcorder to record image and sound to 16 mm tape and VHS tape.

Internships

Aug 2004–March 2005 Sound Design Goleta, CA

“Nuts” (16 mm Short Film)

  • Sound mixer: recorded dialogue and adjusted audio levels on mini-disk during production.

  • Sound editor: edited audio levels and sound fx on Final Cut Pro 4, performed foley work.

    April 2005–­May 2005 Production Assistant Goleta, CA

    Into the Breach” (16 mm Short Film)

  • Assistant focus puller, gopher, and clapper during production.

June 2004–Sept 2004 Montecito Picture Company Montecito, CA

Office Intern

  • Answered and made calls for assistants, restocked office supplies and refrigerator, and sorted company mail.

Other Experience

  • Subsidized student costs while attending college by working on campus as a camera operator.

References

Available upon request.


Modified 2007.04.18 13:21