Sydney Dempsey
Seal Beach
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer
Bill Cash
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Captured high-quality images of club event to enhance promotional materials.
- Edited high resolution images.
- Photos were featured in a newsletter.
Assistant Photographer
Tom O'Neill
Pebble Beach, CA
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted the lead photographer on an avant-garde performance art production.
- Captured high quality photographs to ensure ample event coverage.
- Oversaw the handling and movement of camera equipment, prioritizing safety and efficiency.
Co Producer for Senior Animated Film
Long Beach, CA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Managed casting and provided continuous support and communication during the recording phase.
- Engaged with talent and composers to ensure efficient project development.
- Assisted in learning motion capture using Rokoko and Live Link Face.
- Developed proficiency in Blender and imported motion capture files for animation.
- Managed multiple tasks while consistently meeting deadlines.
- Presented film at CSULB Animation Film Festival and at Double Exposure Film Festival.
Makeup Artist
Robert De Leon
San Jose, CA
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Hired as a makeup artist for an Independent short film.
- Maintained continuity over multiple shoot days.
- Worked closely with talent and director to develop cohesive looks that support the overall artistic direction.
Photography for Small Business
Bulldog Sports Pub
Monterey, CA
11.2023 - 11.2023
- I photographed people working in a kitchen baking cinnamon rolls for a small business at Bulldog Sports Pub.
- Fast pace environment
- I was able to capture genuine moments without getting in the workers way
- Able to work with minimal equipment and and compensate for dark environment.
Paid Script for YouTube Channel
08.2023
- I wrote a 10 page script for a YouTube channel that fit their normal video's formula.
Art Production Assistant/ Makeup Artist
03.2022
- Jury, Judge, and the Executioner
- Provided cosmetic products and applied theatrical and film makeup to actors.
- Assisted in set up and breakdown of art set.
- Aided in wardrobe, helped makeshift part of a costume last second, put mic on actor and hid it in clothes
- Set up craft, organized craft table and helped serve food.
48 Hour Film Competition
01.2022
- "Milk Woman"
- In the writers room I was able to collaborate, compromise and come up with ideas in a short amount of time.
- I was the main actress of the film
- Makeup Artist
PA for YouTube Channel
Illumeably
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Helped out on fast paced film set, that shot in multiple locations in one day.
- Aided in setting up lighting
Courtesy Clerk
Draeger’s Market
Menlo Park
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Provide friendly customer service, and maintain good relationships with customers
Education
B.A. - Cinematic Arts Screenwriting
California State University Long Beach
05-2026
Monterey Peninsula College
05-2023
Skills
- Adaptability in fast paced settings in both pre production and production
- Strong written and verbal communication, including professional email correspondence
- Time management under tight deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workplace
- Knowledgeable with Blackmagic, Nikon, and Canon equipment
- Skilled with Celtx for screenwriting
Timeline
Assistant Photographer
Tom O'Neill
07.2025 - 07.2025
Photographer
Bill Cash
05.2025 - 05.2025
Makeup Artist
Robert De Leon
05.2025 - 06.2025
Co Producer for Senior Animated Film
01.2024 - 05.2024
Photography for Small Business
Bulldog Sports Pub
11.2023 - 11.2023
Paid Script for YouTube Channel
08.2023
PA for YouTube Channel
Illumeably
06.2023 - 06.2023
Art Production Assistant/ Makeup Artist
03.2022
48 Hour Film Competition
01.2022
Courtesy Clerk
Draeger’s Market
11.2019 - 10.2020
B.A. - Cinematic Arts Screenwriting
California State University Long Beach
Monterey Peninsula College