Jován Louw Nieuwoudt
Cape Town
Summary
Thoughtful and creative Film Director. Collaborative visionary directing every creative aspect from development to post-production. Intuitive storyteller guiding actors' performances and onscreen visuals. Expressive director with track record of improving productivity and efficiency while reducing costs. Conducts script analysis, writes and edits scenes and organizes and coordinates shoots. Creative team leader with excellent time management and communication skills. Thoughtful, detail-oriented visionary with 3 years as Film Director. Collaborative communicator directing comedic films. Directs camera operations, lighting and audio to enhance delicate intricacies of storytelling. Astute filmmaking professional successful at writing, directing and editing productions. Analytical and decisive leader with strong multitasking, planning and problem-solving abilities. Gifted communicator and diplomatic conflict manager. Well-versed in overseeing all facets of film production, from conceptual development through final delivery. Proficient in every behind-the-scenes position and all related equipment. Versed in working with clients and promoting products.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Studio Director
Zest Casting
01.2024 - Current
- Designed print media for use in brochures and flyers.
- Converted PPT slides to appropriate layout for podcast and video broadcast.
- Worked across departments to create on-target promotions for station activities, specific programs and special guests.
- Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources.
- Monitored production operations for quality and compliance with standards.
- Worked with camera operators and photography team to optimize equipment and effects choices.
- Oversaw testing of equipment and components to check for defects.
- Assessed expected technical challenges and developed proactive solutions.
- Controlled remote broadcasts by operating equipment to manage feeds.
- Provided ongoing training and development for media staff.
- Coordinated camera shots, graphics and regulations compliance for productions.
- Managed implementation of new technological improvements resulting in increased efficiency.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Directing And Writing
AFDA
Associate of Arts - Photographic, Film, And Video Technology
Victory Gap Year
High School Diploma -
Charlie Hoffmeyr High School
Skills
- Film directing
- Pre- and post-production proficiency
- Camera and video staff direction
- Technical Writing
- Crew instruction
- Screenwriting expertise
- Project coordination
- Deadline management
Languages
Afrikaans
English
Languages
Advanced,5,Advanced,5
Personal Information
Title: Director/ Writer
Timeline
Studio Director
Zest Casting
01.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Charlie Hoffmeyr High School
Bachelor of Arts - Directing And Writing
AFDA
Associate of Arts - Photographic, Film, And Video Technology
Victory Gap Year
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