Los Angeles Creative Director
Resume:
JEN WHALEN
DIRECTOR, PRODUCER, WRITER
*************@*****.***
Los Angeles
JenKyleWhalen.net
EXPERIENCE
**/**** - ******* *** *******, CA
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• Writer and Director of the award wining comedy feature film CALI GIRLS PRODUCER, DIRECTOR, WRITER
Consultant / Freelance
Lead creative direction and production for high-profile clients, delivering standout campaigns and multimedia projects from concept to completion Key clients: Apple, Hulu, Levi's, Specialized, Better Sour, Bang Bang Studios Producer for event coverage of Apple Mini Mac Launch Creative Director and Producer for BETTER SOUR, crafting engaging content and growing the brand's digital presence
Creative Director for the Us launch of NIO COCKTAILS, leading all aspects of project from creative development through post
Producer and host of SRAMtv, doc series of the first women's Tour de France Content producer and co-host for THE SPEED PROJECT, an established and celebrated relay running race from LA to Las Vegas Host and Producer of "The Issue Is" - a short documentary series
• Producer, Writer, Director for LEVI'S Commuter Launch campaign
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08/2021 - 08/2022 Los Angeles, CA
• Work with prestigious agency to build creative marketing materials for various Hulu series
• Direct shoots with standout cast for campaigns and content
• Develop creative to match the client's vision
• Interview cast and crew for EPK and behind the scenes videos DIRECTOR
Hulu / Cause & Effect Agency
3/2015 - 06/2021 Los Angeles, CA
• Produce large scale productions and high-budget promotional projects for WB properties including trailers, launch campiagns, promos for broadcast/digital, sales reels and EPK/pilot materials
• Lead creative development and oversee full cycle production
• Expert understanding of campaign development process from conception to delivery, including pitch, writing, directing shoots and post producing
• Produce and Direct shoots and voiceover with top tier talent
• Lead a multi-functional creative team to ensure seamless production developing brand narratives along with client goals and market trends
• Direct VFX team and edit team
Standout Work:
• Promax Award - Riverdale on Netflix
• Gold Telly Award - Stargirl trailer for MAX
• Director for Venus Williams Comic Con Video Presentations
• Director & Writer for WB Corporate Achievement Award video featuring William H. Macy, Jon Cryer and Kathy Bates
• Directed Anna Faris & Allison Janney for MOM launch campaign
• Produced syndication launch campaigns for hit shows - The Big Bang Theory, Mom, 2 Broke Girls, The Middle and Mike & Molly
• Directed shoot for ellen '12 Days of Giveaways.'
• Director and Producer of SXSW trailer and spots for GOOD GIRLS GET HIGH
• Produced shoot for Jim Parsons Voiceover 'Buddy the Elf' and 'Mortal Kombat: The Road to EVO' doc series
• Warner Channel Latin America film bumpers
• EPK for Batwoman, Riverdale and other successful pilot sells SENIOR WRITER PRODUCER
Warner Bros. Studios
WRITER PRODUCER
2/2012 - 3/2015
SUMMARY
Dynamic and award-winning Producer and
Director with 15 years experience in
creative production, storytelling and project
management across various media
platforms. Proven track record in executing
high-impact campaigns, developing
innovative content strategies and leading
creative teams to deliver powerful visual
experiences for brands and entertainment.
Driven by a passion for storytelling, outdoor
exploration and groundbreaking visual
narratives with a keen ability to align
projects with client vision and brand
identity. Former pro cyclist who applies the
athlete mentality to work ethic and team
playing. Avid runner and active part of the
running and cycling communities worldwide.
GOLD TELLY AWARD
Best Trailer - Stargirl for MAX
PROMAX AWARD
Best short form music video - Riverdale for Netflix SKILLS
Production Pre and Post Production
Video Editing - Avid and Adobe Premiere
Creative Direction & Strategy
Social Media Content & Strategy
Screenwriting & Copywriting
Directing & Leading Creative Teams
Creative Marketing Project Budgeting
Promo Campaigns & Trailers
Basic Spanish
EPK
Directing
Interviewing
TORONTO WOMEN'S FILM FESTIVAL
BEST SPORTS FILM
CALI GIRLS narrative feature
AWARDS
EXPERIENCE
06/2009 - 02/2012 New York, NY
• Produced international film festival and its' accompanying events while supervising team of 25+ international chapters
• In collaboration with the Director, curated yearly program of films
• Negotiated contracts and created treatments and proposals for partnerships
• Produced, directed and edited branded videos and trailers EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Bicycle Film Festival
COURSES
AVID Media Composer Fundamentals II
Moviola Education Center of Post Production
Writing the First Draft & Writing for TV
On The Page - Pilar Alessandra
Intuituve Filmmaking
Scott Rogers class for screenwriters and directors 08/2003 - 12/2008 Orlando, FL
• Broadcast Journalism, Radio and Television
• University of Central Florida, Nicholson School of Communications
• Spanish Minor • Honors Program student
• Reporter for award-winning weekly news show
"The Knightly News"
• Radio show producer and host for college radio
station
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences
University of Central Florida
5/2008- 06/2009 Miami, FL
• On camera reporter for news shows
• Write, Produce and Edit stories for broadcast
• Miami correspondant
BROADCAST JOURNALIST
VJIAM
ADOBE MAX
Courses: Premiere video editing labs, Lightroom,
Telling stories through social media, Social Media practices for optimal sharing
PROMAX BDA
Award winner and three-time attendee
UPRIGHT CITIZENS BRIGADE
Completed entire improv comedy program
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