JOHN DELA CRUZ
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
NABET 700-M Permittee
Hardworking Set Dresser experience with locating and setting up props to achieve set design objectives. Strengths include working independently to solve problems, arrange materials and handle simultaneous tasks. Strong interpersonal, communication and teamwork abilities developed over 3 years in the industry. Focused on meeting artistic vision of each production with interesting and unique pieces that fit desired looks. Proficient in managing budgets and organizing props for optimal efficiency. Familiar with both studio and on-location work.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Props Master
NBC Universal Grant
07.2022 - 08.2022
- In charge of updating Master Tracker lists of Key Props
- Followed Production Designer and Art Director's orders
- In charge of making props for film
- Used Photoshop to make digital art for magazine covers and labels
- Worked alongside prop buyer.
Set Decorator/Art Assistant
LA Coles Fine Art Films
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Selected materials and sourced items for the desired film aesthetic
- Assisted Art Director in problem-solving during set
- Managed to capture a 1970's look for set design
- Recommended other creative resources to help provide any set needs
- Prepared all props before being photographed.
Filmmaker
Sheridan College
Oakville, ON
01.2021 - 01.2021
- Developed a visual piece using pictures and paint
- Used different materials to fit the film's artistic style
- Responsible for writing and interviewing the subjects
- Managed and created individual schedules
- Collaborated with Music Composers in the Industry
- Scouted locations for shoot days, arranged permits, and organized transportation of equipment.
- Scheduled shoots, managed budgets, and coordinated crew members.
- Provided technical support on set when needed.
Set dresser
WHITE WOLVES PRODUCTION
07.2023
- Worked alongside Production Designer
- Responsible for dressing an investigation room
- Developed multiple ideas for the art department
- Created multiple storylines for props
- In charge of key props and putting up art on walls
- Responsible for moving and tearing down set.
Set Decorator/Art Assistant
Future of Film Show Festival
02.2023
- Designed 20+ posters for a 'street-style' backdrop
- Provided props for inductee to interact with
- Responsible for on-set safety with the use of flames and flammable props
- Sourced multiple props with reimbursement.
Set Decorator
No Strings Theatre
07.2022
- Worked alongside Producer, Director, and Production Manager
- Developed early sketches for set decoration
- Sourced and bought props for production with reimbursement
- Captured a 70's aesthetic to represent the mood of the film.
Education
Bachelors of Film and Television— Honours Baccalaureate (Degree) -
Sheridan College
04-2022
Skills
- Proven to adapt quickly and a good team player
- Built trust and respect with clients
- Worked multiple projects ranging from Theatrical, Film, and commercials
- Adobe Cloud Suite
- Design skills
- Prop Selection
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Microsoft Word & Excel
- Painting, Drawing & Sketching
- Material Selection
- Furniture Moving
- Inventory organization
- Location dressing
- Painting techniques
- Space designing
- Time management abilities
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Script reviews
- Professionalism
- Budget Control
- Decision-Making
- Set Design
- Props Selection
- Relationship Building
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
WONDER (2022) Short Film Pilot - Sound Design Nominee, Sheridan College
CRUZ (2020) Experimental Documentary — Nominee, Inside Out Film Festival (Shorts Category), A Film By John Dela Cruz, https://johndc2298.wixsite.com/portfoliowork/videos
References
- Leslie Ann Coles, Producer/Writer/Director/Actor, lacolesfineartfilms@gmail.com, 647-891-3469
- Andressa Back, Director/Producer/Writer, andressapb@gmail.com
Certification
- Health & Safety
- WHIMIS Training
Timeline
Set dresser
WHITE WOLVES PRODUCTION
07.2023
Set Decorator/Art Assistant
Future of Film Show Festival
02.2023
Props Master
NBC Universal Grant
07.2022 - 08.2022
Set Decorator/Art Assistant
LA Coles Fine Art Films
07.2022 - 07.2022
Set Decorator
No Strings Theatre
07.2022
Filmmaker
Sheridan College
01.2021 - 01.2021
Bachelors of Film and Television— Honours Baccalaureate (Degree) -
Sheridan College
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