| About You: |
I am a graduate student in Media Production at Ryerson University. I have experience in videography, editing, writing, and various jobs on set (from set decoration to grip to production assistant to boom operator). I am currently looking for paid jobs as a grip or as a production assistant.
RESUME:
Michael Bitton 647-869-0282
626 Dovercourt Road Toronto, ON M6H [email protected]
Highlights of Qualifications
• 4 years of videography , editing, and sound recording experience
• 4 years of experience in cinema production in roles such as director, set decorator, grip, boom operator, and production assistant
• Candidate for MA in Media Production; Completed BA in Communications Studies, Minor in Film Studies
• Strong knowledge of Final Cut Pro 7, Adobe Audition 1.5, and Microsoft Office
• Extensive knowledge of film aesthetics, history, and criticism
• Adept at screenwriting, creative writing, popular non-fiction writing, and academic writing
• Leadership skills; ability to take initiative while maintaining strong relationships with others
• Tireless work ethic that ensures high levels of productivity and efficiency
• Excellent ability to rapidly absorb new information
• Strong organizational, computer, and social media skills
• Intermediate fluency in French
Relevant Work Experience
Production Assistant and Boom Operator July 2013-Aug 2013
Canadian Centre for Men and Families
• Traveled to Kingston, Ontario to create a Public Service Announcement
• Operated boom pole, achieving high quality sound recording
• Set up lighting equipment to ensure a professional onscreen look
Camera, Lighting and Sound Assistant July 2013-Aug 2013
Independent
• Operated Canon 5D with high results
• Set up lighting equipment and operated digital light meter
• Operated boom pole, achieving high quality sound recording
• Key crew on the set of a short film
Grip July 2013-Aug 2013
Thoughts Laboratory
• Traveled to Mississauga, Ontario to create commercial for Absolut Desi Bar & Grill
• Set up camera and lighting equipment; achieved a professional looking final product
Videographer and Sound Mixer June 2013-July 2013
Goddess Connections
• Recorded a TEDx speech by Women Who Run It editor-in-chief, Fiona Fine
• Completed Goddess Connections marketing training and online readings
Camera Assistant May 2013-June 2013
FFwd Films Montreal
• Assistant to the Director-of-Photography, using the industry standard RED camera.
• Worked tirelessly throughout the night to complete a project for the 24 Hour Film Race contes
Event Videographer May 2013-June 2013
Differential Mobilities Conference
• Recorded guest lectures on the subject of differential mobilities studies
Grip
Bis Films May 2013-June 2013
• Set up dolly tracks to Key Grip satisfaction
• Set up lighting and camera equipment quickly and competently
Director, Editor, Videographer April 2013-June 2013
MAB Mackay Centre
• Created a series of instructional videos on how to properly communicate with the hard-of-hearing, as well as on how to handle hearing loss socially
• Directed actors, shot, and edited videos as a one-man crew
• Created closed captions in post-production designed to enhance comprehensibility for the hearing impaired
Set Decoration April 2013-June 2013
Breakfast Films Inc.
• Selected and created props for use in production according to the screenplay notes and director’s wishes
• Arranged set décor with creative liberty in accordance with Director-of-Photography and Director’s guidelines
• Maintained continuity of props and set décor over the course of a hectic feature film schedule
Videographer and Editor Jan 2013-July 2013
Bozzini Quartet
• Covered the week-long Composer’s Kitchen event featuring the Bozzini Quartet and specially selected emerging composers from the UK and Canada
• Co-created a 20-minute documentary on the Composer’s Kitchen
• Shot and edited a video of the Composer’s Kitchen week-end grand concert to the Bozzini Quartet’s satisfaction
Writer-director Jan 2013-May 2013
Canal Savoir
• Wrote and directed a segment of a 27-minute TV episode airing on Quebec’s Canal Savoir station
• Collaborated with large groups of students, displaying leadership and teamwork abilities
• Partook in weekly meetings during pre-production
• Operated camera on another segment of the show
Videographer and Sound Mixer March 2013-April 2013
Concordia University French Department
• Operated camera for a promotional video on the Concordia University “Oui Can Help” French program
• Recorded sound with an Zoom H4n
• Interviewed multiple international students at Concordia in both French and English
Production Assistant Sept 2012-Nov 2012
Antler Films and Lost and Found Productions
• General PA duties
• Unloaded and set up equipment
• Operated smoke machine
• Controlled traffic and bystanders
Education
MA Candidate in Media Production 2014
Ryerson University
BA in Communications Studies 2013
Concordia University
Cinema, Video, and Communications 2010
Dawson College
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