Building Network and Lasting Relationships

Thanks to all the projects I was part of either as a director, writer, editor, producer, runner or an assistant director, I was able to create long-term collaborating relationships of creatives and looking forward to building many more.

Education

I received both BA and BS from Purdue University where I majored in BA Film/Video Production and BS Psychological Sciences. I continued my education at the University of Portsmouth where I completed my masters degree in MSc Film and TV.

MSc in Film and Tv University of Portsmouth

(2023-2024)

BA and BS at Purdue University (2018-2022)

BA Film and Video Production

BS Psychological Sciences

• Mastery of professional film production equipment, including cameras, lighting setups, and audio recording tools.

• Advanced video editing skills using industry-standard software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, and DaVinci Resolve.

• Development of strong screenwriting skills, including creating compelling narratives, character development, and script formatting.

• Hands-on experience directing short films, commercials, and documentary projects, leading a creative team from concept to final product.

• Gained in-depth knowledge of psychological principles, including cognitive, developmental, social, and clinical psychology.

• Learned to design, conduct, and analyze psychological research using experimental, observational, and survey methods.

• Participated in lab-based research, contributing to the design and implementation of psychological experiments.

• Built a foundation for interdisciplinary thinking, linking psychological principles to other areas like film and storytelling.

• Wrote, directed, produced, and edited a short film based on the true story of Darina Bancíková, the first female Lutheran pastor in Slovakia.

• Worked closely with the Portsmouth community and local actors, securing permissions and filming at the Historic Dockyard, showcasing resourcefulness and professionalism.

• Contributed to Portsmouth's creative scene through active volunteering at No6 Cinema, building connections with the local filmmaking community.

• As a course leader, I organized and participated in events that celebrated storytelling and film appreciation.

• Received "Student of the Year" Award for the best student in 23/24 cohort.

Skills & Certifications

• Communication

• Act responsibly under pressure

• Positive attitude

• Solution-focused mindset

• Time-management

• Teamwork

• Proactive

• Enthusiastic

Soft Skills

Hard Skills

• Production Management

• Scheduling

• Storytelling

• Scriptwriting

• Lighting Techniques and Equipment Handling (Aputure, Neewer)

• Cinematography and Camera Operation (Arri Alexa mini LF,

Canon C300, Sony FS7, DJI Ronin 4D, BlackMagic Cameras)

Softwares

Da Vinci Resolve

Adobe Creative Cloud

Final Draft

Microsoft 365

Canva

AI Tools (runwat, Midjourney, ElevenLabs, Suno, Wonder Studio)

Capcut (editing for fast social media content)

Other Relevant Work Experience

Script Reading at Celsius Entertainment, London, Remote

Celsius Entertainment

2024 — Present

• Read and analyzed film and television scripts, providing detailed assessments of their strengths and weaknesses.

• Wrote professional script coverage reports, summarizing plot, character, and overall story quality for producers and executives.

• Assessed the commercial viability and audience appeal of scripts, recommending projects for further development or rejection.

• Provided constructive feedback to writers to improve script quality and potential for production.

• Collaborated with development teams to help identify promising scripts for production consideration.

Volunteer at London Film Festival, London, UK

London Film Festival

2024 — 2024

• Assisted in event organization, ensuring smooth operations across multiple venues.

• Provided information and support to festival attendees, including film screenings, schedules, and venue directions.

• Collaborated with festival staff to manage guest services, including filmmakers, industry professionals, and VIPs.

• Maintained a professional demeanor in high-pressure scenarios, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.

• Gained insights into festival programming and operations, reinforcing a strong understanding of the film industry's exhibition side.

No6 Cinema Volunteer at No6 Cinema, Portsmouth, UK

No6 Cinema

2023 — 2024

Host and Technician at Hall of Music Productions, Purdue University, West Lafayette, USA

Hall of Music Productions

2019 — 2022

• Responsibly handling technical support (lighting, staging and sound) on various university, art and social events.

• Collaborated with colleagues and management to ensure event attendees' satisfaction by delivering high levels of customer service.

• Optimising the audiences comfort and ensuring the equipment is running correctly.

• Demonstrated excellent ability to prioritise workload and multiple tasks based on meeting the needs of the event production in a busy and demanding environment.

• Ability to act responsibly under pressure with a solution focused approach.

• Participating in workshops, projects and training in preparation for the role.

• Checking/tearing tickets and guiding people to their allocated seats in the cinema, greeting guests with a friendly face (before the screening).

• Usher at the door into the auditorium: helping people to their seats, and clearing the auditorium as the last people leave (after the screening).

• Escort for people who require the lifts and special assistance.

• Setting-up, serving refreshments and clearing-up and tallying sales money at cinema cafe-bar.

• Setting up the till, serving tickets and tallying/accounting of sales money at the box office.

Filmmaking Services

I am opened to creative collaborations. Please get in touch if you want to get connected.

Directing and Editing

Expertise in directing, editing, and crafting compelling narratives that resonate with audiences.

Scriptwriting and Production

Professional scriptwriting and production services that bring your vision to life with precision.