Sam Keys
Coomera,QLD
Summary
Results-focused filmmaker with background finding locations, obtaining permits and securing cast and crew necessary to produce feature and short films. Highly energetic and organized with dedication to successfully complete each job on-time, on-budget and according to artistic vision. Proficient in Premier Pro.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
BARTENDER
Costa D'oro
10.2021 - Current
- Skilled in cocktail making and mixology
- Qualified barista
- Worked well as part of a team in a busy environment
Boom Operator
Kyzer Films
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Enhanced audio quality by expertly positioning microphones and adjusting boom angles during film shoots.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends, equipment advancements, and best practices for boom operating to ensure continued professional development.
- Provided clear communication between sound department team members for smooth coordination during shoots.
- Achieved optimal sound levels by calibrating and maintaining audio equipment for various production settings.
- Maintained a safe work environment on set by properly securing cables, stands, and other equipment to prevent accidents or damage.
BOOM OPERATOR
Love And Lust
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Setup of sound gear including mixer, microphones and time sync.
- Training in new types of gear.
- Transportation of gear including setup and pack down.
SOUND ASSISTANT
My Tai
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
SOUND RECORDIST
Syzygy Studios
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.
- Prepared for recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
BOOM OPERATOR
Girl's Night Out
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
- Repaired and maintained audio equipment, such as mixers, microphones, amplifiers and switching devices.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Set up lavaliers on actors, performers and on-set.
STAGE HAND
Planet Ballroom
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted in stage and technical setup and breakdown for performances
- Adhered to safety protocol in storing, loading and unloading set pieces and stage equipment
- Collaborated with team to monitor performances and move props and set pieces at appropriate cues
- Remained alert, active and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Seven Times Short Film
01.2021 - 01.2021
- Managed household inventory and maintenance schedules
- Ordered and collected coffees/lunches for cast and crew
- Set up and packed down gear for shooting.
FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR-CAMERA OPERATOR
Crooks
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Oriented, trained, and directed staff to achieve objectives
- Built strong community referral network
- Identified optimal film locations and planned shoot orders
- Prepared cameras and tested angles and camera movements to capture quality footage
- Set up camera and lighting equipment to capture best possible pictures
- Set up and configured equipment to capture indoor and outdoor shots
- Provided on-site and on-location filming services, including setting up lighting and audio and resolving technical issues
- Composed and framed each shot and applied technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters and camera settings
- Conferred with directors, sound and lighting technicians and other crew members to determine shots and discuss assignments.
DIRECTOR
The Fourth Page
02.2020 - 02.2020
- Directed and encouraged actors performances
- Developed solutions to problems on set
- Identified optimal film locations and planned shoot orders.
DIRECTOR-WRITER-EDITOR-PRODUCER
Chaos Reigns
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Created, captured, edited and produced short film project
- Wrote, directed and produced original short film, which received successful crowdfunding campaign to offset costs
- Completed polished and professional edits with Premier Pro and After Effects
- Organized pre-production functions by establishing budgets, hiring cast and crew and securing permits
- Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals
- Studied scripts to identify best methods to use when directing actors and managing technical crew members
- Delivered high-quality, insightful, informative and entertaining written content while meeting tight deadlines
- Proofread materials created by other writers to identify spelling, punctuation and grammar mistakes
- Completed sound design, sequence selection and compression for post-production purposes
- Supervised project phases from storyboard and script phases to final delivery
- Edited video by adding graphics, titles, audio and special effects.
BOOM OPERATOR
Foster
11.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow
- Set up lavaliers on actors, performers and on-set.
CAMERA ASSISTANT
Paint
10.2019 - 10.2019
- Focused and refocused camera lens to maintain desired framing as actors and objects moved across set
- Maintained on set camera functionality by loading and unloading camera magazine and verifying correct stock usage
- Maintained equipment such as lenses and lights by observing cleaning and storage practices
- Prepared cameras and tested angles and camera movements to capture quality footage
- Set up camera and lighting equipment to capture best possible pictures
- Set up and configured equipment to capture indoor and outdoor shots
- Composed and framed each shot and applied technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters and camera settings.
SOUND RECORDIST
How It Hurts
10.2019 - 10.2019
- Regulated volume levels and quality during recording sessions
- Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones
- Set up lavaliers on actors, performers and on-set
- Met with directors and producers to define sound needs
- Operated boom microphones for production.
BOOM OPERATOR
The Wandering
07.2019 - 07.2019
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow
- Repaired and maintained audio equipment, such as mixers, microphones, amplifiers and switching devices
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
BOOM OPERATOR
When We Were Kids
06.2019 - 06.2019
- Set up lavaliers on actors, performers and on-set
- Operated boom microphones for production
- Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
PAINTER
Christopher Keys Decorating Service
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes
- Cleaned and smoothed all surfaces prior to painting
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
Education
Responsible Service of Alcohol - Bartending
The Bar Academy
10.2021
Advanced Diploma of Filmmaking -
New York Film Academy
02.2020
Skills
- Leadership
- Directing experience
- Assistant directing experience
- Film and Video Production
- Writing abilities
- Project management
- Boom operating experience
- Film editing
- Camera operation
- Cast and crew supervision
- Script reading
- Crew direction
- Concept development
- Power and hand tools
- Dependable
- Problem resolution
- Supply and Inventory Maintenance
- Excellent Judgment
- Stamina and Endurance
- Energetic and Outgoing
- Strong multitasking
- Highly reliable
Timeline
Boom Operator
Kyzer Films
06.2024 - 08.2024
BOOM OPERATOR
Love And Lust
10.2023 - 10.2023
SOUND ASSISTANT
My Tai
07.2023 - 07.2023
SOUND RECORDIST
Syzygy Studios
05.2023 - 05.2023
BOOM OPERATOR
Girl's Night Out
05.2022 - 06.2022
BARTENDER
Costa D'oro
10.2021 - Current
STAGE HAND
Planet Ballroom
03.2021 - 06.2021
PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Seven Times Short Film
01.2021 - 01.2021
FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR-CAMERA OPERATOR
Crooks
06.2020 - 12.2020
DIRECTOR
The Fourth Page
02.2020 - 02.2020
BOOM OPERATOR
Foster
11.2019 - 11.2019
CAMERA ASSISTANT
Paint
10.2019 - 10.2019
SOUND RECORDIST
How It Hurts
10.2019 - 10.2019
BOOM OPERATOR
The Wandering
07.2019 - 07.2019
DIRECTOR-WRITER-EDITOR-PRODUCER
Chaos Reigns
06.2019 - 02.2020
BOOM OPERATOR
When We Were Kids
06.2019 - 06.2019
PAINTER
Christopher Keys Decorating Service
12.2016 - 01.2018
Responsible Service of Alcohol - Bartending
The Bar Academy
Advanced Diploma of Filmmaking -
New York Film Academy
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