Tony Acheampong
Toronto,ON
Summary
Award Winning Filmmaker, Program Manager, Program Coordinator and Facilitator with a passion for developing youth and engaging communities. Seeking opportunities to harness my skills and further develop new ones.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager, Coordinator and Lead Facilitator
POV Film
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
- Assisted in the development of grant proposals, securing funding for vital program initiatives.
- Created curriculum, planned, and trained 30 youths 18 to 30 of age , in technical and soft skills for the Film and TV industry as Production Assistants.
- Coordinated hiring, workshops, invoices, post-program job placement, program analyses and supported other programs.
- Liaised with stakeholders and established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
Program Facilitator and Community Engagement
Nia Centre for the Arts
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Created curriculum, Planned, and Facilitated after-school program to cultivate skill development and creativity among youths.
- Led stimulating group discussions to encourage deeper and engaged youth through interactive activities and workshops.
- Coordinated tasks for the Youth Programming Team, ensuring seamless program delivery and participant engagement.
- Coordinating resources and deliverables between departments.
- Executed outreach strategies for program recruitment, optimizing program visibility and impact.
- Supported recruitment at high school and youth community events, emphasizing community engagement
Creative Coordinator
POV FILM
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Produced, Captured and Edited high-quality video and photo content to boosted social media engagement through tailored content creation and strategic posting schedules.
- Enhanced brand awareness by developing and implementing innovative marketing campaigns.
- Streamlined project workflows to enhance efficiency and meet project timelines effectively.
- Supervised outsourced projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives and maintaining quality standards.
Education
2 Year Film Production Diploma - Broadcasting, Film/TV Production and Media Communication
Toronto Film School At RCC Institute Of Technology
07.2019
Business Development And Strategy Certificate - Financial Management And Funding Strategies
OYA Scale Up Business
2021
Business Planning & Marketing Strategy Certificate - Entrepreneurship And Business Planning
BizStart Youth Entrepreneurship
2020
Film/Media Training Program Certificate -
OYA MEDIA GROUP
2021
Media Training Program Certificate - Film Production
POV FILM
2020
Directing And Cinematography Mentorship - Advanced Television And Film
Hire Higher
Editing For Commercial Certificate -
Nia Centre For The Arts
2021
VFX Compositor Certificate - Visual Effects For Film And Television
Wood Green Community Services
2020
Production Assistant Training Certificate -
POV FILM
2019
High School Diploma -
Forest Lawn High School
Calgary, AB2015
Skills
- Project Management
- Program Management
- Data Management
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Community Engagement
- Operational Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Program Facilitator
- Recruiter
- Operations Coordination
- Troubleshooting
- Technical Proficiency: Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Lightroom), DaVinci Resolve 18, Avid Media, Canva, Miro, Artifax, FilmFreeway, Figma, Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Cinematography/Camera Operator-Intermediate
- Film Producer - Intermediate
- Film Director - Intermediate
- Video Editor - Intermediate
- Photography - Intermediate
Certification
- Valid Full G driver's license
- Professional Security Guard Certificate
- Food Handler Certificate
- First AID
Timeline
Program Facilitator and Community Engagement
Nia Centre for the Arts
09.2023 - 11.2023
Creative Coordinator
POV FILM
03.2023 - 06.2023
Program Manager, Coordinator and Lead Facilitator
POV Film
08.2021 - 12.2023
2 Year Film Production Diploma - Broadcasting, Film/TV Production and Media Communication
Toronto Film School At RCC Institute Of Technology
Business Development And Strategy Certificate - Financial Management And Funding Strategies
OYA Scale Up Business
Business Planning & Marketing Strategy Certificate - Entrepreneurship And Business Planning
BizStart Youth Entrepreneurship
Film/Media Training Program Certificate -
OYA MEDIA GROUP
Media Training Program Certificate - Film Production
POV FILM
Directing And Cinematography Mentorship - Advanced Television And Film
Hire Higher
Editing For Commercial Certificate -
Nia Centre For The Arts
VFX Compositor Certificate - Visual Effects For Film And Television
Wood Green Community Services
Production Assistant Training Certificate -
POV FILM
High School Diploma -
Forest Lawn High School
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