I am Christopher Ward, and I am a scriptwriter/filmmaker in Johnson City, TN. I am currently enrolled in ETSU for Media and Communication. I have written and directed four short films, one of which was an award-winner, and the other a 6-month long project. I am a very driven filmmaker and work well under pressure, capable of leading and directing crews under extreme time crunches.…

Christopher Ward

I am Christopher Ward, and I am a scriptwriter/filmmaker in Johnson City, TN. I am currently enrolled in ETSU for Media and Communication. I have written and directed four short films, one of which was an award-winner, and the other a 6-month long project. I am a very driven filmmaker and work well under pressure, capable of leading and directing crews under extreme time crunches.…

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I am Christopher Ward, and I am a scriptwriter/filmmaker in Johnson City, TN. I am currently enrolled in ETSU for Media and Communication. I have written and directed four short films, one of which was an award-winner, and the other a 6-month long project. I am a very driven filmmaker and work well under pressure, capable of leading and directing crews under extreme time crunches.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer/Director/Editor at Nova
February 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026
Wrote and directed a short-film in 52 hours with a crew of ten. Used a variety of locations to help create a compelling narrative along with restrictions.
Writer/Director/Editor at King of Hearts
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Led a team to create a short film (writing, filming and editing) in under 52 hours.
Work Based Learning Internship at Science Hill High School AV Program
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
In the spring semester of my senior year, I was involved in an internship for Science Hill High School’s A/V program, where I took on bigger, more self-paced projects to build the program’s name.
A/V Team for Science Hill Basketball Games at Science Hill High School A/V Program
January 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Helped run production for every basketball game during my senior year. Operated heavy camera equipment and helped guide crew.
Writer/Director/Actor/Editor at Monopoly Murder
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Wrote, directed, edited a 30-minute short film over the course of six months. Worked with skeleton crew on time-crunch shooting days.
A/V Team for Science Hill Football Games at Science Hill High School A/V Program
November 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
During football season in my Sophomore through Senior years, I participated in helping film the production during the game. Used heavy camera equipment and helped guide crew members.
Tech & Youth Group Leader at Grace Fellowship Church
July 31, 2022 - Present
Volunteer for the middle SKILLS group; Lead and support tech and youth activities in Sunday Mornings.

Education

High School Diploma at Science Hill High School
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
A/V Production Classes 1-4 at Science Hill High School
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Adobe Premiere Pro Certification
May 1, 2025 - March 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education
    Nova
    Beckham deals with the loss of his fiancée, Hannah, by dedicating his life to becoming a vigilante and taking down the man who took her from him. However, when the time comes, what kind of hero will he want to become? "Nova" was written and directed by Christopher Ward for the local 52 Film Fest. Teams had 52 hours to write, film and edit their films. They were also given 3 elements that are required in the films. The film was declined submission. Prop - Matchbox Line of dialogue: "I think it's the best thing to do. But I don't want you to do it if you really don't want to." Location - Exterior shot of the Johnson City Library…