Summary

Brendan Connell, a 2014 graduate of Tribeca Flashpoint Academy, is proficient in the film process with an emphasis on Final Draft writing software, directing, production design, and Final Cut editing. http://bdconnell1.wix.com/brendan-connell

Credits

12/15 – 7/16

Intern Writer's Workshop

Corporate — EMH Consulting Group Details
12/15 – 7/16

United Nations Climate Conference Documentarian & Writer’s Workshop Writing Mentor

1/14 – 9/15

Director Black Pine

Film (Short) — Sit & Ponder Productions Details
1/14 – 9/15

I oversaw the production of the independently funded wildlife documentary from inception to finish.

1/13 – 9/15

Director (Producer, Writer, Editor, Production Manager)

Staff Position — Sit & Ponder Productions Details
1/13 – 9/15

Working as the film's director I oversaw the process of casting, the production process, storyboarding, location scouting, and one-on-one work with fine-tuning the roles of the actors. Included with these aspects were the production design, makeup designs, and stunt choreography.

11/14 – 11/14

Production Assistant Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice

Film (Feature-length)
11/14 – 11/14
12/13 – 5/14

Field Director

Staff Position — "The Door" Details
12/13 – 5/14

Working as the film's director I oversaw the process of casting, the production process, storyboarding, location scouting, and one-on-one work with fine-tuning the roles of the actors.

6/13 – 8/13

Cinematographer

Staff Position — Four Horse Media Details
6/13 – 8/13

The objective was to try and create a kaleidoscope collection of the famous historical figures of the civil war, but presented within a contemporary context. The cameras and any technical aspects were in my care and entailed both a creative eye as well as any maintenance issues.

Media

  • My Reel

Recos

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Education

Class of '14

Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy

Associate of Applied Sciences Degree, Film & Broadcast/Film/Cine
Class of '11

McHenry County College

General Studies & Art Studio/

My Gear

  • Avid
  • Tripod
  • Boom microphone
  • Canon Rebel
  • Rode Shotgun Microphone
  • 3 Point Lighting Kit
  • steady cam
  • Nikon Camera
  • Shotgun Light

Skills

  • English
  • AVID Media Composer
  • Directing
  • storyboarding
  • Film
  • Film Production
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Photography
  • Social Media
  • Storytelling
  • Screenwriting
  • Documentary
  • Research
  • Public Speaking
  • Videography
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Windows
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Final Cut Pro X
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Fine Art
  • Stop Motion
  • Draftsmanship