Catalina Combs

Writer and Editor

626-***-**** **33 Rodeo Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90018

acgur6@r.postjobfree.com

Education

****-**** ********* ** **** in English, Creative Writing

Santa Clara University, Santa Clara CA

.Completed a five month study session in English and

Communications at Imperial College, University of London

2012-2013 American University

Washington, DC

.Completed one semester in Film and Video at American

University MA Program

Professional Experience

2013-Present Film Critic

Examiner.com, Online Portal

.Critique the quality of a film's writing, acting, lighting,

filming, and directing while providing a deep analysis of

why a film is good or bad

.Provide accurate and fair information with proper attribution of sources

.Adhere to deadlines

.Be familiar with different film genres

2013-2014 Submission Reviewer

Newport Beach Film Festival, Newport Beach CA

.Screened and contributed a minimum of 15 hrs of screen time

.Scored films submitted to the festival

.Wrote brief reviews of each film screened

.Provided vital assistance during the selection of the films

for 2014 program

2012-2013 Research Assistant

American University, Washington D.C.

.Typed, edited, copied, and distributed materials for Solar

Decathlon: Team Capitol DC

.Coordinated filming and crew for events

.Sourced contacts and contributors

.Attended project meetings

2009-2010 Editorial Intern

Cultureshock Media Ltd, London UK

.Uploaded text and images to website using Photoshop

.Proofed, edited, and wrote online content including company website and

social media

.Obtained rights and materials from other publication houses

.Assessed films and made recommendations to senior editorial

staff

2007-2010 Event Planner

Santa Clara University, Santa Clara CA

.Served as liaison with vendors on event related matters

.Prepared budgets and provided progress reports for staff for each event

projected

.Edited and designed promotional materials

.Maintained and executed over 50 events for more than 150

people

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