Grayson Schutzman - Resume
Grayson Schutzman - Resume

Grayson M. Schutzman

O V E R V I E W

Highly motivated candidate with impactful presence both in front of and behind camera. Possesses technical aptitude, facility with statistics and trends, relevant knowledge from extensive coursework, and hands-on skills gained from various internships. Adheres to tight deadlines and understands importance of collaborating with team members to achieve optimal results. Displays talent for comedy writing and identifying comedic topics that captivate audiences, as well as exhibits comfortable on-camera presence.

E D U C A T I O N

The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA August 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Video

H I G H L I G H T S



Relevant Coursework | Basic Video/Filmmaking, Intermediate Cinematography and Editing Techniques, Idea Development and Media Writing, Intermediate Documentary Production, Advanced Narrative Production, Writing for the Screen, Advanced Post-Production Techniques

Film Project for Advanced Narrative Production | �If Alcohol Was A Person�: Wrote, filmed, and edited comedic ten-minute narrative using C100 camera with Adobe Premiere and After Effects. Storyline featured Sam trying to cheer up his roommate Jake, devasted by breakup with long-time girlfriend, by introducing Jake to his fun-loving friend named Alcohol.

E M P L O Y M E N T H I S T O R Y

The Black Sheep Online | Manager of Online Video Media, State College, PA 2016 - 2018
� Wrote, shot, edited, and logged short- to mid-form videos for college-focused, comedic weekly website featured on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. Oversaw post-production process including sound mixing and color correction. Prioritized video releases based upon viewing platform success metrics. Created animation logo for over 200 proof productions on YouTube.
� Brainstormed with writer, video crew, and entire creative team in weekly story pitch meetings.
� Acted as main character in videos, including �Really Bad Local Pizza Place.�

Equinox Fitness Club | Front Desk Associate, Scarsdale, NY Summers 2014 & 2016
� Greeted clients, resolved customer service issues, and secured spa and personal training appointments for fitness members.

Hub Dining | Food Preparation Assistant, University Park, PA Summer 2015
� Prepped meals at university dining facility at 6am, five days a week.

L E A D E R S H I P E X P E R I E N C E

Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity | Executive Board Member, Social Chairperson, Rush Chairperson 2015 - 2018
� Coordinated 3-4 social events per week that involved working with other campus groups, managing budgets, organizing schedules, booking entertainment, dealing with cancellation details, and purchasing supplies/keeping inventory, plus collaborating with campus security and understanding regulations of the township.
� Created and monitored budgets for all rush (recruiting) events, arranged social outreach to students interested in pursuing Greek life, and generated in-house PowerPoint presentations to streamline new member selection process.

Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) | Committee Member 2015 - 2018
� Coordinated with team and participated in largest student-run philanthropy in US, raising money to provide support for children and their families in fight against pediatric cancer.

T E C H N O L O G Y

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Final Draft, Adobe (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop), Final Cut Pro, Canon C100, Panasonic AG-DVX200, Social Media (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat)