Production Assistant

Sakhile Hlongwa

Ann Arbor, MI ***** Cell: 734-***-****

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Objective:

Career in Film and Media Production

Production Assistant

Film and media are my greatest passion and it is my objective to make a career working in the industry. Being part of creating stories and compelling images drives me to aim for excellence.

My extensive hands-on training provides me with a

great platform to enter the industry as a production assistant, gaffer or grip.

I am looking forward to working with and contributing to a great team, to gain experience and silks in film and media technology.

Training and Experience:

900 student training hours

Two years training/studying

via Video Production and Digital Filmmaking Program Joseph M. Barry Career & Technical Education Center, Westbury, NY

Completed June 2018

Study of Basic Video Production including, multi-camera studio production, news broadcasting, camera operating and film editing.

676 professional training hours

1 year on set, hands on experience

via Motion Picture Production Program

Motion Picture Institute Troy, MI

Completed October 2019

Study and experience with multiple media job titles in practice including gaffer, grip, production assistant, videography and editing, sound production and editing, program running, directing.

Industry Knowledge

Software

Final Cut Pro

Motion 4

Premiere Pro.

Hardware

Digital Recorders

Digital Photographic Cameras

Hand Held Wireless Microphones

Macbook Pros

Wireless Lav Mic’s

JVC Pro HD Cameras

Panasonic Cameras

Skills

Multi-tracking and Editing

Advanced Video Technology

Lighting Techniques

Studio setup prior to session

Production Crew Responsibilities

Directing

Pre-Production

Production

Post Production-Video and Sound Editing

Setup and Breakdown equipment

Education:

Regents Diploma, Paul D. Schreiber High School,

Port Washington NY, June 2018

Work Experience:

Cashier, Kroger Corp. Ann Arbor, MI Nov 2018 - July 2021

Grocery/Stocker, Busch’s Fresh Food Market. Ann Arbor, MI August 2021 - May 2024

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