Colton Younger
Eureka
Summary
Dynamic Entry Level Filmmaker with a wide knowledge of writing, directing, cinematography, sound design, and editing software.
Experienced with strategic planning and project management. Utilizes leadership skills to drive team performance and operational excellence. Track record of delivering high-impact results through innovative problem-solving and effective communication.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Costco Wholesale
01.2024 - Current
- Greeted members as they arrived and departed.
- Cashiered, packed members baskets for them, assisting members with finding products
- Kept the front of the store clean, by sweeping, mopping taking out trash
- Pushing carts up to keep them stocked for members to grab.
- Stocking and cleaning empty boxes
- Multiple inventory shifts that go from 6:30pm-3:00am
Director
On Second Thought
- 01.2026
- Developed a strong screenplay
- Delegated roles to who I thought would be right for the crew jobs
- Conducted set of actors and crew
- Appointed and assisted the editing and sound design process
Film Festival
- 01.2026
- Assembled and catalogued films for deliberation for festival
- Deliberated on decisions made for the festival
- Composed synopses for over one hundred films
- Edited trailers for films chosen for the festival and the trailer for the festival
Sound Designer/Sound Editor
The Void
- 01.2025
- Stayed up all night to secure all sounds and balanced them.
- Became extremely proficient with Premiere Pro through it.
- Communicated with my director thoroughly for what sound they liked or disliked
- Precisely matched sounds for on screen moments
Huff
- 01.2025
- Provided foley work
- Precisely matched sounds for on screen moments
Spector Inspectors
- 01.2025
- Operated the F4, boom, and lavalier mics.
Director of Photography
Far Away Eyes
- 01.2025
- Quick with camera setup, always on time, fluent with camera understandings
- Great communication with my director and producer, advised them for organizing shoot days
Director of Photography
Lovelight
- 01.2025
- Operated and edited the trailer
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film Production
Cal Poly Humboldt
Arcata, CA01.2026
Associates of Liberal Arts - Fine Arts
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA05-2024
Associate of Arts - Humanities, Language, & Communication
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA05-2024
Skills
- Expert
- Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 6K
- Canon C500
- DSLRs
- Zoom F4/F8N
- Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Foley Sound
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Extremely Adaptable and Quick Learner
- Trustworthy and Loyal
- Upbeat and Positive Personality
- Courteous with a Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Costco Wholesale
01.2024 - Current
Director
On Second Thought
- 01.2026
Film Festival
- 01.2026
Sound Designer/Sound Editor
The Void
- 01.2025
Huff
- 01.2025
Spector Inspectors
- 01.2025
Director of Photography
Far Away Eyes
- 01.2025
Director of Photography
Lovelight
- 01.2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film Production
Cal Poly Humboldt
Associates of Liberal Arts - Fine Arts
College of The Redwoods
Associate of Arts - Humanities, Language, & Communication
College of The Redwoods