L Drew is a writer and filmmaker from Brooklyn, New York, who is currently located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Art has been their passion and dream since a young age. They grew up in an artistic household which allowed them to express themself with many forms of art, which later evolved into a deep passion for filmmaking and writing. L studied both at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, graduating with a BFA in film with a minor in creative writing. During their time in college, they were the author and illustrator of Design and Destroy with over 12,000 copies sold. They have worked independently for companies and individuals making music videos, book trailers, and other media-based projects. L also had experience working with Line Break Media as their production intern from October 2023 to May 2024. They were able to work as grip and gaff support, sound recordist, camera operator, general p.a work, and assembly cut editing for them during their time as an intern. Currently, L still freelances as a production assistant and editor alongside their current part-time job, as they hope to gain more experience within the industry.

L Drew

L Drew is a writer and filmmaker from Brooklyn, New York, who is currently located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Art has been their passion and dream since a young age. They grew up in an artistic household which allowed them to express themself with many forms of art, which later evolved into a deep passion for filmmaking and writing. L studied both at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, graduating with a BFA in film with a minor in creative writing. During their time in college, they were the author and illustrator of Design and Destroy with over 12,000 copies sold. They have worked independently for companies and individuals making music videos, book trailers, and other media-based projects. L also had experience working with Line Break Media as their production intern from October 2023 to May 2024. They were able to work as grip and gaff support, sound recordist, camera operator, general p.a work, and assembly cut editing for them during their time as an intern. Currently, L still freelances as a production assistant and editor alongside their current part-time job, as they hope to gain more experience within the industry.

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L Drew is a writer and filmmaker from Brooklyn, New York, who is currently located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Art has been their passion and dream since a young age. They grew up in an artistic household which allowed them to express themself with many forms of art, which later evolved into a deep passion for filmmaking and writing. L studied both at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, graduating with a BFA in film with a minor in creative writing. During their time in college, they were the author and illustrator of Design and Destroy with over 12,000 copies sold.

They have worked independently for companies and individuals making music videos, book trailers, and other media-based projects. L also had experience working with Line Break Media as their production intern from October 2023 to May 2024. They were able to work as grip and gaff support, sound recordist, camera operator, general p.a work, and assembly cut editing for them during their time as an intern. Currently, L still freelances as a production assistant and editor alongside their current part-time job, as they hope to gain more experience within the industry.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Gallery Assistant at The Walker Art Center
June 1, 2022 - Present
Monitored guests and artwork, assisted visitors with directions or questions, shared facts about the art. Served as a representative in negotiations within the Walker Workers’ Union.
Production Intern at Line Break Media
October 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Assisted in setting up and striking sound, grip, gear, and recording audio on shoots in studio and on locations; created templates for social media posts and performed rough cut editing.
Peer Tutor at Minneapolis College of Art and Design
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024
Answered phones and helped students with guidance; tutored fellow students in writing (essays and creative writing projects) and software (Adobe Suite); brainstormed ideas for projects and provided additional help.
Retail Assistant at Dunwoody Bookstore
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Handled cash register, unboxed and restocked shelves, helped customers find textbooks, packed boxes for online buyers.
Figure Drawing Co-op Monitor at Minneapolis College of Art and Design
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Prepared the drawing room, checked in with models and artists, and organized supplies.
Ghostwriter at The Urban Writers
June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Created and wrote books for private clients.
Host at Naviya’s Thai Brasserie
September 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021
Cashier, answered phones, took orders, packed food for takeout, managed curbside pickup, and aided with food prep.
Volunteer at SACA Food Shelf
January 1, 2025 - Present
Packing groceries for people; supported food shelf operations.
Social Media/Advertising Editor at Second Hand Hounds
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Editing for social media advertising.
Clothing Store Associate at Value Village
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Restocked clothing, assisted customers, and maintained shelves.
Production Assistant at Line Break Media
January 1, 2024 - Present
Production support for video shoots; assisting with setup and breakdown as needed.
Book Trailer Producer at Quarto Publishing
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Produced book trailers for private clients.
Director/Producer at Self-Directed Projects
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Directing and producing own short films.
Director/Producer at The Suburbs
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Directed the video for 'Poet’s Party - All The Things I’ll Do to You' and other music videos.

Education

BFA in Film, Minor in Creative Writing at Minneapolis College of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025
Study Abroad Semester at Osaka University of Arts
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025

Qualifications

Dean's List
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025
GPA 3.8
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Other