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Cengiz Uran

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented upcoming graduate with a strong passion for storytelling and experience in both creative production and event coordination. Combining a background in Management and Cinema Studies with hands-on experience in production, I bring a strategic and creative approach to planning and executing engaging events. Highly organized and adaptable, I thrive in fast-paced environments, managing logistics, coordinating teams, and ensuring seamless event execution. Excited to contribute to a creative production company by curating meaningful experiences, fostering collaboration, and supporting dynamic projects from concept to completion.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Video Production Assistant

School of Cities
Toronto, ON
10.2024 - Current
  • Supporting video production for the School of Cities’ research, education, and outreach initiatives.
  • Assisting with camera and lighting equipment during scripted and documentary shoots, as well as post-production tasks such as organizing project files, editing, and syncing footage.
  • Maintaining a repository of media assets, and contributing to research and administrative tasks related to media production.

Ambassador

RISE FLIX
06.2024 - Current
  • Promoting a streaming platform to showcase student and independent filmmakers within creative communities, to expand its reach and engagement.
  • Facilitating connections between emerging talent and the platform, primarily assisting in scouting and pitching to filmmakers.
  • Assisting in fundraising for existing projects by conducting research to connect filmmakers with prospective grant programs.

Production Intern

Kala Film
Istanbul, Turkey
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Shadow-interned at a commercial production company in Istanbul, Turkey, gaining hands-on experience in commercial budgeting, scheduling, and production workflows.
  • Participated in production planning meetings, providing input on storyboarding, location scouting, and sourcing reference videos for a Mavi Jeans commercial.
  • Visited a post-production house to review sound and video edits for major brands, including Pepsi and Doritos, gaining insight into the post-production process and quality control.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Event Planning & Coordination
  • Creative Direction
  • Fundraising
  • Production Management
  • Creative Pitching
  • Videography & Post-Production

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Turkish
Professional

Timeline

Video Production Assistant

School of Cities
10.2024 - Current

Ambassador

RISE FLIX
06.2024 - Current

Production Intern

Kala Film
07.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Toronto

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