To Whom It May Concern:
I am a hardworking and determined film graduate ready to work and learn in as many areas of the film industry and film production (pre or post as well) as possible. I have experience in multiple positions and areas such as camera work, lighting, sound, directing, producing, writing, editing, broadcast and more. I am certified in Final Cut Pro 7 as well as very capable with FCP X, Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop and Illustrator.
I graduated from KU in May of 2016 and am prepared to begin working at entry-level positions in order to work my way up. I have a BGS in Film and Media Studies as well as a minor in Business. Seeking both local positions as well as positions in California or Los Angeles area. Please see my resume below or feel free to contact me for more information.
Sincerely,
Paige Prokop
http://paigeprokop.wixsite.com/portfolio
********@*****.***
ABOUT ME: I graduated from the University of Kansas with a BGS in Film and Media Studies and a minor in Business in May 2016. I currently live in Kansas where I went to school but am moving to the Los Angeles area to begin working my way up. I am looking for any job opportunities in pre-/post- or any kind of film or tv production. I have experience working with professional companies and real crews creating short films and other video projects. I am proficient in camera work, lighting, sound, editing, writing, producing, directing, and so on as well as software such as FCP 7 & X, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator. I am hardworking, determined and a very fast learner, whatever is asked of me will be completed efficiently and effectively as quick as possible. Please contact me for any inquiries or more information.
Paige Prokop
9308 West 148th Terrace
Overland Park, KS 66221
Cell: 913-***-****
Email: ********@*****.*** Film Maker
OBJECTIVE – Resourceful, energetic filmmaker who has consistently demonstrated the ability to deliver in job positions seeking job opportunity in film editing and production.
WORK EXPERIENCE
AKA MR BLACK Productions, Overland Park, KS, Jan 2016- present Production Intern
Production Internship using the professional skills and experience learned turned into social media management, marketing, video editing, and website building.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Lawrence, KS March 2014- Jan 201 Hearing Screener
Worked for Pediatrix Medical at LMH as a Newborn Hearing Screener. Worked 1 person shifts and consistently showed improvement in methods and practice of hearing screens with 24-hour-old infants.
Tad’s Pizzeria, Lawrence, KS August 2013-2015 Manager
Started as front counter employee and quickly moved up to management after displaying responsible business practices and management skills.
Sterling Inc, Kansas City, MO Feb 2012 Project Lead
Led a team developing a virtual tour of Sterling Inc’s facility. Activities included client contact, team assembly, equipment preparation, manage planning, preparation, and execution of film shoot. Oversaw and contributed to film editing. Presented final product to client.
Learn Tech, Kansas City, MO Jan 2012 Editing Supervisor
The project involved creating a promotional video for Learn Tech. Footage had already been shot so as Editing Supervisor reviewed footage, story boarded video, and edited video. Presented final product to client.
Price Chopper, Overland Park, KS Oct 2010 – 2012 Cashier/Bagger
Exhibited consistent high performance and outstanding work habits. Was selected to train as Price Chopper’s youngest cashier.
Jagged Edge, Overland Park, KS, Oct 2010 – 2012 Show Producer
Jagged Edge is the Blue Valley West monthly TV program. Selected to participate for two years in all aspects of show production. In second year was selected to be the Show Producer, coursework at Blue Valley included Design Fundamental, Broadcast I & II (2 years), Photography and Digital Imaging
COMPUTER SKILLS
Adobe Photoshop CS5 Apple Sound Track Pro 3 & Motion 5
Adobe After Effects CS5.5 Adobe Premiere CC
Apple Final Cut Pro 7 and X MS Office expert
EDUCATION
University of Kansas, BGS Film major, Business minor - Graduated May 2016
Basic and Intermediate Video Production - Played different roles of director, producer, editor, and lighting on several short films; Most significant short films: Herassment, Craigslist Connection, Kip & Brin,
Animation - Used After Effects for creative animation projects
Studied Film History, International Film, Silent Film, Documentary, Horror, and African American film, Classical and Contemporary Film Theory
Nominated for Tensie Award for Craigslist Connection - Best Sound and Best Drama Short Film, Herassment – Best Screenplay and Best Comedy Short Film
Lorenzo de’ Medici International Institute, Florence, Italy – studied Italian language and film as well as international business from September – December, 2015
Fluent in Spanish and Italian