Camera Operator
Resume:
Jeff Bender
*********@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-bender-606b73197/
Professional Profile
• strong communicator in visual storytelling
• creative and pays attention to detail
• able to work as a team player or independently
• thrives on delivering high-quality productions on tight timelines
• 2 years experience using video editing software & sound editing software
• organized, and excellent interpersonal skills
Education
Film & Video Production Certificate - Honors April 2022
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), Calgary, AB
•3.94
•Volunteered for the pilot program of the Mentor/Mentee program
Key Concepts/Core Courses
Covered storytelling in narrative and commercial settings; understanding the process of pre-production, production & post-production
Learned unique techniques for lighting equipment, camera equipment, & sound equipment
Filmed on digital cameras & film cameras
Developed technical skills for video software & sound software
B. Ed Degree Oct 2016
University of Saskatchewan (U of S), Saskatoon, SK
•3.0 GPA
•Major in English & Minor in Art studies
Key Concepts/Core Courses
Developed and organized Units & Lessons plans
Built strong communication skills to adequately manage a classroom
Developed unique techniques to deliver differentiated course work
Related Experience
Practicum – Best of Both World’s – Tourism Jasper March 2022
Sherpa Cinemas, Canmore, AB
• assisted & coordinated with a small crew; working with light equipment, grip equipment, camera equipment, and drone operations
• assured safety measures when handling and setting up equipment
• collaborated with a crew in a time sensitive manner
• assisted in location scouting
• effectively communicated with producer and director
Work Experience
Rigging Grip
Bear & Pear Productions, Calgary, AB
Reported to Team Lead & Key Rigging Grip on assembling an assortment of rigs to help the lighting department
Key Successes
• collaborated with other team members in a time sensitive manner
• coordinated and assembled rigs to be fitted on various mechanical lifts and in studio
• ensured proper safety of setting up and taking down of equipment
May 2022 – June 2022
Certificates & Licenses
First Aid Training, AED & CPR level B
Set Etiquette Course – IATSE 212
Traffic Control Persons for Construction (Flagger) – SAFE training Online Ltd.
Class 5 Driver’s Licenses & own transportation
Certificate of Indian Status through Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
Volunteer Work
Videographer for Water Movement (Non-Profit), Calgary, AB
Assistant Manger for Slo-pitch & soccer team in Calgary Sport & Social Club
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