Simon Plant
Vancouver,BC
Websites
Summary
Highly motivated filmmaker with a strong background in directing, writing, and editing. Skilled in utilizing advanced writing and editing software such as Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Fade In. Demonstrates a keen attention to detail to enhance the storytelling and flow of films. Committed to creating compelling visual narratives that captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Victoria Tour Guide
Rickshaw Runners Victoria
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Pitched, sold, and gave detailed entertaining tours to cruise ship tourists of Victoria
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
Content Creator
Stashes
04.2023 - Current
- Applied current editing and photography tools to create films, posts, and social media announcements for local Vancouver/Victoria band, "Stashes"
Cashier and Stocker
McCulloch Station Beer and Wine Store
09.2019 - 04.2024
- Handled sales and stocked supplies
Warehouse Coordinator
The Housse
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Moved, put away, and cleaned furniture while keeping the warehouse neat and tidy
Production Assistant
A Score to Settle
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Fire watched, cleaned sets, handled traffic, and organized parking
Production Assistant
Amber's Descent
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Worked as a grip, photocopied, wrangled, and slated
- Assisted with props and craft services
Production Assistant
Literally
05.2018 - 05.2018
- Handled traffic control, firewatched, and helped out with craft services
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Fine Arts (Writing)
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC04-2023
Skills
- Proficient in Final Cut Pro, Davinci Resolve, and Fade In
- Directing Experience
- Visual Storytelling
- Story and content writing skills
- Quick learner
- Take direction well
- Interact with people in a positive manner
- Punctual
- Good listener
- Able to perform multiple tasks
- Capable of lifting heavy objects
Certification
- Motion Picture Safety Awareness, 11/11/24
- WHMIS 2015, 28/10/24
- Motion Picture Industry Orientation, 09/10/24
- Serving it Right, valid until 02/09/29
References
- Josh McGivern, Manager of McCulloch Station Beer and Wine Store, 1 250-899-4261
- Kathy Sawchuck, Community Program Coordinator at South Kelowna Elementary, 250-899-3960
- Ashley Truelove, Executive Assistant & Operations Coordinator/Co-Worker, 1 778-679-6168
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