Eduardo Santacruz
Film Educator
San Diego,CA
Summary
Multicultural media professional with experience in the creative, education and charity sectors, seeking to implement digital storytelling as a tool of self empowerment and education.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Dual Language Teacher
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Chula Vista, CA
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Conducted research from primary and secondary sources to develop preparatory material for pitch package and writers room.
- Identified and procured writers.
- Linked with potential production partners and funding bodies.
Assistant Producer
Bridge and Tunnel Voices
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with local schools, charity organizations.
- Assisted creative director with community engagement youth projects, training young people in digital storytelling through workshops
- Conducted presentations at local schools with supplementary material based on production company's film "I Am Nasrine," helping students discuss diversity and immigration issues.
Production and Office Assistant
Bridge and Tunnel Productions
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
10.2015 - 01.2016
- Tasked with office management and social media management.
- Assisted with day-to-day activities for projects in development script breakdown, scheduling, budgeting, procuring talent and crew, and script notes.
- Compiled research from source material and online resources for background and character profiles for treatment and pitch deck.
- Produce teaching plans, learning resources and reading lists for educational workshops.
Dual Language Teacher
CHULA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Chula Vista, CA
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Implemented daily lesson plans across K-12 grade levels and all subject areas.
- Assessed academic and student development needs.
- Incorporated creative activities and project based learning to enhance class curriculum and develop soft skills.
Project Coordinator and Brand Ambassador
GAYOSSO
San Diego, CA
06.2011 - 10.2013
- Organized community outreach events to introduce brand to local Hispanic market.
- Produced a promotional video for sales presentations and to generate leads at outreach events.
- Handled administrative tasks and coordinated documentation with state agencies and consulates.
Production and Marketing Assistant
MEXTASY FILMS
San Diego, CA
08.2011 - 12.2012
- Assisted with curation and installation of traveling exhibit.
Peer Advisor
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
San Diego, CA
04.2008 - 05.2011
- Conducted financial aid and study abroad workshops at outreach events for first generation students.
- Coached undergraduates in composition and revision of personal statements for funding applications.
- Represented the program at outreach events, such as fundraisers, local high school assemblies, campus visits, orientations, and freshmen university seminars
Education
Master of Arts - Film Theory &Practice
Newcastle University
Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK 10.2015 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Comparative Literature
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA 08.2007 - 05.2011
Semester Abroad
University Of Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain 01.2010 - 07.2010
Work Availability
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Skills
Spanish
Content Writing & Editing
Social Media
Photography
Research
Video & Editing
Adobe Suite
Microsoft Office
Cultural awareness
Quote
The supernatural is the natural not yet explained.
Elbert Hubbard
Timeline
Dual Language Teacher
Chula Vista Elementary School District
07.2019 - 04.2020
Assistant Producer
Bridge and Tunnel Voices
12.2016 - 01.2018
Master of Arts - Film Theory &Practice
Newcastle University
10.2015 - 12.2017
Production and Office Assistant
Bridge and Tunnel Productions
10.2015 - 01.2016
Dual Language Teacher
CHULA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.2013 - 06.2015
Production and Marketing Assistant
MEXTASY FILMS
08.2011 - 12.2012
Project Coordinator and Brand Ambassador
GAYOSSO
06.2011 - 10.2013
Semester Abroad
University Of Barcelona
01.2010 - 07.2010
Peer Advisor
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
04.2008 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Comparative Literature
San Diego State University
08.2007 - 05.2011