Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Film making
Additional Information
Timeline
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Nevada Maier

Calgary,AB

Summary

Upon high school graduation, I plan to study film and television, with a focus on becoming a director and storyteller.

Work History

Volunteer

HeartBeats Calgary
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • I challenged myself physically to do 100 peloton bike rides in 100 days straight to raise funds and awareness about Congenital Heart Disease, the condition I've had since birth. I raised $12000 that was directly donated to Heart Beats Children's Society in Calgary, this charity that directly helps families in Alberta that have children with heart defects and CHD
  • Built partnership with HeartBeats to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues around CHD
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Educated young people about Congenital Heart Disease via Social Media

Education

Pre-K To Grade 3 2009-2015

Alexander Dawson School
Las Vegas Nevada USA

Prep School 2015-2020

Fettes College
Edinburgh Scotland UK

High School Diploma -

Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School
Okotoks, AB
06.2024

Skills

  • I've been complimented on my communication skills and I have confidence in my communication
  • Photography Foundations course from SAIT 2023
  • Creative Cloud, Lightroom, Photoshop proficient
  • Computer Skills
  • Fundraising Skills
  • Positive Attitude
  • Perseverance and Resilience
  • Sailing Club in Port Edgar Edinburgh and Glenmore Sailing Club Calgary
  • Rock Climbing Club Edinburgh and Calgary
  • Drama camp 2018 & 2019 Pumphouse Theatre Calgary

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Film making

I have a passion for all things cinema related, having made numerous stop motion shorts for my own enjoyment

I have made written, directed, produced and edited two short films, in 2021 and 2023, titled The Goof and The Goof 2

I trademarked my own production company, which I used for The Goof and The Goof 2, called Past 9 Productions

This is where I envision my future, being a film maker, a storyteller, a creator of entertainment for all to enjoy on the big screen.

I've learned to collaborate with others, and to push myself creatively and not be afraid to show my work to others.

Additional Information

I was born with CHD, congenital heart disease. I've had 3 open heart surgeries, numerous other procedures and hospitalizations. Through it all, I've managed to stay positive, upbeat, forward thinking and resilient. Every hurdle I've faced head on and ready to push through with perseverance and hope. It's been a long road of ups and downs, setbacks and strides forward. My experiences have made me stronger, both mentally and physically. I've gained mental and coping skills, that I believe are my strengths. I've been through so much medically, more than most, in my short life span of 18 years, but it truly is my superpower. I've learned to take each day as a miracle and I don't sweat the small stuff. Although I've had my three open heart surgeries, I am healthy, and I'm functioning without heart medications; I am able to work as hard as anyone, especially as it pertains to film because it is my passion.

Timeline

Volunteer

HeartBeats Calgary
12.2020 - 03.2021

Pre-K To Grade 3 2009-2015

Alexander Dawson School

Prep School 2015-2020

Fettes College

High School Diploma -

Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School
Nevada Maier