HomeMy WebLinkAboutVideoVets - Luis_AlcazarLUIS ALCAZAR
1901 Tully Rd. • Hughson, CA 95326 • Cell (209) 410-1765 • luis@videovets.net
I am resourceful, hardworking, and creative individual who completes tasks by using critical thinking
and technical skills. I specialize in cinematography and multimedia production, but I am well versed in
all aspects of the entertainment industry. I am dedicated to creating quality content and devoted to
working side-by-side with my clients to create art that is both engaging and memorable.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY STANISLAUS, TURLOCK CA -2014
● Bachelor of Fine Arts – Video Production and Time-Based Media
● Summa Cum Laude
● Completed university’s honors program
THE CUTTING EDGE, SACRAMENTO CA -2014
● Post Production Workshop with Adam Epstein
CSU SUMMER ARTS, MONTEREY CA -2013
● Digital Cinematography Workshop
MODESTO JUNIOR COLLEGE - 2002
● Associate of Science Degree in Computer Graphics Applications
● Graduated with Honors
THE ACADEMY OF RADIO & TV BROADCASTING -1995
● Certificate of Completion
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
VIDEOVETS– STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA - 2016 - PRESENT
PRESIDENT
● Own and operate company’s day-to-day film/video production, marketing, advertising, and public relations
operations that deal directly with local, state, and federal agencies.
LA F&MA AND WANDERFILMS– STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA -2014-2016
FILMMAKER – CO-OWNER
● Director, Producer, Writer, Cinematographer, and Editor
● Also performed various film crew positions for different production houses, which included Director of
Photography, Assistant Director, Camera Operator, Production Manager, Production Assistant, Steadicam
Operator, Dolly/Crane Rig Operator, Lighting Tech, Audio Mixer and Post Production.
CSU STANISLAUS – STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA -2014
ANTHROPOLOGY KVAL FILM LAB TECH
● Manage and maintain the University’s Anthropology Film Department.
● Check out and assist students and faculty members with equipment.
● Teach students how to operate cameras, set up lighting, audio equipment, and editing programs.
LA MICHOACANA INC. – STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA -2011 - 2012
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
● Worked closely with company’s advertising and marketing department to advise and suggest new ways to
maximize branding awareness.
● Responsible for direct marketing concepts and designs, which included catalogues, packaging design, web
and other print advertising campaigns.
REAL ESTATE AGENT. – STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA -2004 - 2011
SALES & MARKETING SPECIALIST
● Created marketing materials to increase agent presence, property sales and buyer leads. Ads were published
in local newspapers, magazines and web outlets. .
● Managed over 80 Bank Owned properties in N California and worked closely with Asset Protection
companies. Provided weekly inspections, maintenance reports and interior and exterior photographs of all
REO properties. Scheduled and managed all contractors to do property clean ups, repairs and inspections.
DIGICAP MEDIA, DESIGN FIRM. – STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA -2000 - 2004
LUIS ALCAZAR
1901 Tully Rd. • Hughson, CA 95326 • Cell (209) 410-1765 • luis@videovets.net
Co-OWNER
● Concept designs, drawings, and illustrations for product labels, packaging, direct mail, and television
● Portrait and commercial photography. Digital photography enhancing, manipulating and editing.
● Developed briefings, brochures, multimedia presentations, web pages, promotional products, technical
illustrations, and computer artwork for use in products, magazines, newspapers and web.
U.S. NAVY – USA & OVERSEAS -1996 – 2000
AVIATION TECHNICIAN/ LOGISTICS CLERK
● Responsible for over $1,000,000.00 worth of tools and equipment inventory. Performed daily accounts,
reports and inspection of specialized aviation’s tools.
● Purchasing Agent for broken or lost tools. Expertly trained and qualified sailors on tool use, motorized
equipment licensing, hazardous material handling and disposal, and life saving procedures in emergencies.
RECRUITER ASSISTANT
● Recruited, Interviewed, tested, and briefed applicants for entry into military service. Interacted with local
officials to obtain police records, birth verifications and other required documents for applicants. Coordinated
booth presentations for job fairs, shows and career days.
AWARDS
FILM
● “Snug Plug Commercial” American Advertising Award 2018
● “Imperfect Sky” 8 National and International Film Festival Awards 2015
● “The Great Society” Fan Favorite, Indi.com/Hollyshorts Film Festival 2014
● “Unpeaceable” Best Drama, Sacramento International Film Festival 2014
● “Modesto Modernism” Viewers Choice Award, Architectural Film Festival 2013
● “This guy is in love with you” 1st place, Panasonic Cinematography Award 2012
● “The Date Profile” 2nd place Fiction category, Northern California Film Festival 2011
● “Cancer Awareness Video” 2nd place, KMPH Great Day Fresno News. 2010
ACADEMIC
● Academic Excellence Dean’s Award 2014
● Student Veterans Commencement Award 2014
SKILLS
● Adobe Products, Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Audition.
● Third party programs for Adobe and Mac Products
● Microsoft Office, Desktop Publishing (Windows and Macintosh).
● Experience with professional Panasonic, Sony, Canon, and Red Cameras
● Experience in all aspects of film and television production
● Bilingual: English and Spanish