Matthew J. Braue
*** ******* ****** • Alpharetta, GA 30009 • *******@*****.*** • 678-***-****
EDUCATION
Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA
Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree, August 2012
GPA: Overall GPA: 3.0
Activities: Film Club
Digital Media Network Group
Production Media Club
CINEMATOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
Cinematographer and Editor, Alpharetta, Georgia September 2006– present Milton High School Athletic Program
• Filmed team practices and games for the Lacrosse, Football, Soccer, and Track and Field Teams
• Cut practice and game film for the coaching staff across (4) sports to use as an instruction tool for the athletes
• Developed highlight tapes of the top tier athletes across (4) sports as a recruitment tool delivered to various colleges in the Southeast aiding in the recruitment process of prospective college athletes
• Spearheaded the development of highlight films used during various teams end of the year gatherings Screenwriter and Director, Atlanta, Georgia January 2009– March 2012 Short Film Creator
• Drafted scripts, hired actors, and directed production for (3) Short Films: “The Next World”, “Preproductions”, and “Hope”
• Managed sets for all three films as well as cut and edited the films on my own
• Actively provide film reviews creating both positives and negatives perspectives on the films and also use my knowledge in the industry to examine how the film could have worked better from editing, screenwriting, cinematography, production design, acting, sound, and directing stand point Production Assistant, Atlanta, Georgia January 2013 – August 2018 Television Series Aide
• Assisted in the creation of “The Cuddlers” and “Faked Out” a short film and tv episode respectively
• Provided lighting, camera equipment, and set design aide and expertise to both sets
• Managed set supplies for the various directors on both films outlined above WORK FORCE EXPERIENCE
Crust Pasta and Pizzeria, Alpharetta, Georgia August 2019 – present Dining Room Coordinator
• Facilitate our take-out and in-dining workflow operation between our kitchen, customers, and management team
• Outline customer seating assignments with our hostesses and serving staff
• Assist with our bar staff ensuring supplies are replenished with reserves in inventory
• Food runner and Reservation scheduler
Fry’s Electronics, Alpharetta, Georgia August 2015 – November 2019 Courtesy Associate
• Assisted in directing customers to the product section which best fits their needs upon arrival
• Educated potential customers on new and existing product lines
• Operated a register during our busy season to help provide customers with a speedy check out experience
• Assisted management with inventory counts and ordering supplies to replenish diminishing inventory The Beer Growler, Alpharetta, Georgia October 2014 – February 2015 Store Supervisor
• Fulfilled customers orders for both individuals and larger groups
• Replaced beer tap inventory upon exhaustion
• Assisted in brand promotion through giving away branded paraphernalia Kroger, Alpharetta, Georgia August 2013 – October 2014 Cashier
• Assisted customers in the check-out process at the register
• Helped re-stock shelves on the aisle when supplies were depleted
• Aided management in the count down of the registers at the end of my shift ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Currently enrolled with the Institutes and working on my AINS Designation. I am eager to start the next chapter of my life pursuing a career in the insurance industry. I am completing my course work for the AINS 101 and hope to take the exam by Q4.