Resume
Volunteer Film Programmer & Festival Consultant
JEFFREY HOWELL
Summary
• Proficient and detailed-oriented with project management, organization and implementation
• Consistent track record in executing seamless film-related events and photoshoots
• Experienced talent coordinator with filmmakers, actors, celebrities and behind-the-scenes talent
Volunteer Experience
FilmOut San Diego Film Festival | Senior Film Programmer | San Diego, CA
Offside/Remote Volunteer
• Screen & review all feature and short film submissions
• Maintain submission database and online submission service (FilmFreeway)
• Select the final films and assist the Programming Director to create entire festival schedule lineup
• Scout other festivals and venues for potential films
• Collaborate with Programming Director for monthly screening selection & film marathons
• Project supervise and monitor website to ensure accurate and up-to-date information
• Write film entries/synopsis, select film promotional imagery, create festival laurels
San Diego Museum of Art | Membership & Development Assistant | San Diego, CA
Program Degree Internship
• Supported Membership Manager with SDMA’s preeminent event fundraiser, Art Alive
• Assisted Special Events Coordinator with marketing materials and design
• Performed administration duties including data entry, mailings and record maintenance
Employment
Journal of Longevity (JOL Magazine) | Talent Coordinator & Senior Designer | Los Angeles, CA
1998–2006
• Project management for print photo shoots
• Worked with the art director and management to fulfill their editorial goals
• Hired photographers, casting of talent (models and celebrities), stylists, hair/make-up staff
• Budget management, scheduling, logistical set-up, permits and all aspects of the photoshoot
• Produced collateral materials including brochures, sell sheets, packaging, logos and catalogs
• Supervised project team with the creation and branding of various new product lines
Independent Entertainment Professional | Film/Commercials/Print | Los Angeles, CA
1998–2004
• Acquired industry experience and talent requirements while represented by AT&A and CESD
• Gained invaluable knowledge of entertainment practices and procedures
• Screen Actors Guild | American Federation of Television & Radio Artists
• Elected as part of the SAG Nominating Commitee, 2001 & 2005
Freelance Art Director and Designer | Los Angeles & San Diego, CA
1994–2007
• Participated in event planning, coordination and technical support for national tradeshows
• Supervised printing vendors to assure production compliance
• Developed marketing materials, including direct mail and monthly newsletters
University of Arizona | Fine Arts Teaching Assistant | Tucson, AZ
1993
• Assisted design professor with daily teaching tasks
• Instructed students on projects and course curriculum
• Provided class critiques and individual counseling for students
The Walt Disney Company | Anaheim, CA
1991–1993 — Advertising/Creative, Audio/Visual Departments and Disneyland Theme Park
• Advertising/Creative Dept. for Disneyland Creative Services
• Sign/Pictorial Dept. (Backstage Development)
• Audio/Visual Dept. creating The 1992 & 1993 Disneyland Summer College Program videos
• Travel Reservationist for the Walt Disney Travel Company at the Disneyland Resort
• Cast Member—The Disney Store (Retail Division)
• Cast Member—Theme Park Attractions—Jungle Cruise
Technology
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Word, Excel…with some experience in PowerPoint.
Proficient with Mac OS X with moderate Windows experience
Industry Affiliations (past & present)
Film Independent (formerly IFP/West)
Hollywood Film Society
FilmOut San Diego Board of Directors
Screen Actors Guild / 2001 & 2005 Nominating Committee
American Federation of Television & Radio Artists
American Association of Museums
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Certificate of Museum Studies/Gallery Exhibition
San Diego Mesa College, San Diego, CA