About me
Since childhood, I have been captivated by the enchanting realm of visual media, leading me to a career in the film industry. To me, possess a unique magic—they can transport us to different times and places, evoke emotions, and shift our perspectives.
As a creative person, these qualities drew me to this field. I've had the opportunity to work on various projects and am continually seeking new chances to enhance my skills. Feel free to reach out for more details about my previous work and current endeavors.
CV
"What I’ve Done"
Experience
Retail Content Creator
Linea Intima
07/2024 - Present
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Developed Instagram Stories, Reels, and posts by visually compelling video content and promoting new collections and exclusive items that consistently reflected the luxury brand identity, helping to grow a community of over 7,000 followers.
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Increased sales by 10% through personalized customer service, product recommendations, and client follow-ups.
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Assisted in inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels for high-demand products.
Set Designer
"The Dawn" Short Film
Theta Films Inc.
04/2024 - 06/2024
• Created 20+ unique locations using Scene Match, aligning with artistic vision for high visual impact.
• Collaborated with art directors to bring school environments to life, including classrooms, hallways, and principal office.
• Managed budgets up to $1000, prioritized tasks, and ensured timely completion of deliverables.
VideoEditor
09/2023 - 03/2024
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Edited and produced high-quality (QHD) video content for B2C lab organization for Science and Education purposes about the new Television Standard technology, ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV)
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Collaborated with the creative team to deliver visually engaging narratives, achieving a 10% efficiency boost and cutting production costs by 5%, as evidenced by project completion times and budget analyses.
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Conducted color correction, audio adjustments, and video effects using DaVinci, Adobe Premier and Pro Tools for more than 20 videos.
The Ivy Day Summer Camp
Art Specialist
06/2023 - 08/2023
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Plan and lead 5 art activities each week for summer camp participants, demonstrating effective time management to ensure activities finish on time.
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Practice patience and understanding while assisting over 20 campers with various skill levels.
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Foster creativity by encouraging campers to explore at least 3 different art mediums and techniques during their time at the camp.
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Implement risk management strategies to ensure a safe environment for all 30 campers during art activities.
Social Media Coordinator
D -Afrang Co.
03/2018 - 08/2021
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Collaborated with developers and designers to launch a custom website that grew first-time signups by 50% in the first 3 months and tripled website traffic by writing and publishing highly relevant SEO-optimized content
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Increased digital presence and customer interaction on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook by 60% in the first year by offering monthly promotions and creative posts while tracking performance and giving actionable recommendations to the SEO team to create content that relevant to customers
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Generated $10,000 in sales within the first 5 months of operations by launching seasonal marketing campaigns
Education
Humber College
Broadcast Television & Videography
06/2022 - 04/2024
Toronto - Canada
Computer Engineering
Azad University - Parand Branch
09/2009 - 09/2013
Tehran - Iran
Internship
Production Assistant
"My Body My Problem" Music Video By Puma June
Theta Films Inc.
02/2024 - 04/2024
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Facilitated communication among 5 departments and assisted 1 talent, 10 dancers, and the director with their needs.
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Ensured the safety of the set by setting up and organizing over 30 props and striking them down efficiently.
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Collaborated with the team to pack and check everything safely for each production.
Volunteering
Documentation
Videographer
Do West Fest
05/2023 - 08/2023
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Capture and document key moments and highlights of the festival through videography, such as live performances, interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage to create a comprehensive record of the event
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Collaborate with the festival organizers and production team to understand their vision and capture footage that aligns with their goals
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Communicate and interact with performers, attendees, and festival staff to understand the best angles, shots, and moments to capture, and build rapport and establish a comfortable environment to encourage people to act naturally in front of the camera
References
Testimonial for Shabnam's Videography Skills
- By Lichelle Hurst, Volunteer Coordinator, Uma Nota Culture, Do West Fest 2023*
" I had the privilege of working closely with Shabnam during West Fest 2023, and I can confidently vouch for her outstanding skills, dedication, and passion for videography. As a volunteer videographer for Uma Nota Culture at the Do West Fest 2023 street festival, which spans over 6 city blocks and attracts more than 500,000 each year, Shabnam made a significant impact. Throughout the event, her dedication and commitment were truly remarkable. She showcased a high level of professionalism, creativity, and adaptability, consistently impressing us with her ability to capture the festival's essence and produce high-quality video content."
Testimonial for Shabnam's Editing Skills
- By Orest Sushko - Director of Broadcast-Broadband Convergence B²C Lab