Garrett Knowles

Portland, OR ***** • +1-360-***-**** • adyffg@r.postjobfree.com

Director Screenplay Writer

Highly motivated and collaborative professional with over 7 years of progressive experience delivering high-quality productions through effective film production planning, screenwriting, and directing. Capable of creatively conceptualizing and executing production concepts and technical vision. A confident and articulate public speaker that can deliver clear and engaging presentations. Recognized as a persuasive collaborator with outstanding networking, relationship-building and communication skills in establishing, cultivating, and maintaining international business partnerships. Committed to effectively leading teams to consistently achieve production and business goals.

Video Editing & Production

2D & 3D Animation

Graphic Design

Branding & Digital Marketing

Broadcasting

Media & Public Relations

Voice Acting

Art Direction

Project Management

Script Writing

Public Speaking

Relationship Building

Negotiation & Problem Resolution

Communication Skills

Team Leadership & Development

Technical Skills: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace

FILM, MEDIA, DIGITAL MARKETING AND PRODUCTION PROJECTS

2021 - 2023 • Creator/Owner/Screen Writer/Producer/Director

Wicker Sticks Sinema, Portland, OR

Provide creative and operational direction to the team to drive optimum productivity, cohesive execution of plans, and ensure the successful delivery and completion of projects. Involved in creative concepting and direction, including animation, storyboards, and concept art. Developed brand and marketing strategies and created marketing assets and campaign concepts. Successfully secured buy-in and support from international business partnerships through effective negotiation and communication. Collaborated with Quantum Assembly, Retrogimmick, Hyperloop Records, Dead Vision Productions, Bad Taste Video, and Retro Release Video.

Projects:

2023: HISHKENSTIEN: After Dark – Shooting

2022 – 2023: SPOOKY’74 – Shooting

2021 – 2023: Bad People Doing Bad Things: Director, Writer, Producer, Special Effect Make-Up Artist, and Animator

Released ORIGINAL CUT version of Bad People Doing Bad Things (2021)

Released UNCUT version of Bad People Doing Bad Things on Blu- Ray (2022)

Re-theatrical release at the Clinton Street Theater (2022)

Picked up as a rental by Movie Madness (2023)

Signed contract to stream on TROMA NOW (2023)

2021: Released action figure line for a movie in partnership with Retrogimmick

2020: HOME TRIP: Director

2019: EYE FOLLOW YOU (Unreleased feature film): Director, Writer, Musical Composer, and Producer

2018: FETCH (Short Film, Premier and Screen during Oregon City Halloween Pub Crawl): Director

2017: STUDENT FILM: Director, Writer

2016: ROOMIES: Knightmare: Short Film Voice Work (as Joker)

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

2021 • Golden lemur film

Project/Film/Movie: Best Dark Comedy, Best Intro Credits

2021 • Hollywood Blood Horrorfest

Home Trip: Best Original Score, Best Mystery, Best Director

2021 • Creepy Tree Film Festival

Home Trip: Best Cast

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

2023 • Business and Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing

2020 • Associate’s Degree in Arts, Portland Community College - Portland, Or

2017 • Walt Disney World College Program Graduate

2017 • Special effects/ Stage makeup college course pass and completion

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