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Hi! I'm Ethan Johnson, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Cultural Studies at Macalester College, with minors in Theatre and Dance and Creative Writing. I have a passion for storytelling through film and theatre, and I love using my skills in cinematography, lighting, and post-production to bring creative concepts to life. Alongside my studies, I have gained hands-on experience by directing films, managing a radio station, and working in theatre production. I am enthusiastic about collaborating with others and continuously learning new techniques. Whether working on low-budget film projects, organizing live music events, or directing small plays, I bring creativity, organization, and technical knowledge to every project. Outside of academics, I enjoy engaging in slam poetry, photography, and writing, which enrich my artistic perspective and communication skills.…Hi! I'm Ethan Johnson, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Cultural Studies at Macalester College, with minors in Theatre and Dance and Creative Writing. I have a passion for storytelling through film and theatre, and I love using my skills in cinematography, lighting, and post-production to bring creative concepts to life. Alongside my studies, I have gained hands-on experience by directing films, managing a radio station, and working in theatre production. I am enthusiastic about collaborating with others and continuously learning new techniques. Whether working on low-budget film projects, organizing live music events, or directing small plays, I bring creativity, organization, and technical knowledge to every project. Outside of academics, I enjoy engaging in slam poetry, photography, and writing, which enrich my artistic perspective and communication skills.

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Hi! I'm Ethan Johnson, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Cultural Studies at Macalester College, with minors in Theatre and Dance and Creative Writing. I have a passion for storytelling through film and theatre, and I love using my skills in cinematography, lighting, and post-production to bring creative concepts to life. Alongside my studies, I have gained hands-on experience by directing films, managing a radio station, and working in theatre production. I am enthusiastic about collaborating with others and continuously learning new techniques. Whether working on low-budget film projects, organizing live music events, or directing small plays, I bring creativity, organization, and technical knowledge to every project. Outside of academics, I enjoy engaging in slam poetry, photography, and writing, which enrich my artistic perspective and communication skills.…Hi! I'm Ethan Johnson, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Cultural Studies at Macalester College, with minors in Theatre and Dance and Creative Writing. I have a passion for storytelling through film and theatre, and I love using my skills in cinematography, lighting, and post-production to bring creative concepts to life. Alongside my studies, I have gained hands-on experience by directing films, managing a radio station, and working in theatre production. I am enthusiastic about collaborating with others and continuously learning new techniques. Whether working on low-budget film projects, organizing live music events, or directing small plays, I bring creativity, organization, and technical knowledge to every project. Outside of academics, I enjoy engaging in slam poetry, photography, and writing, which enrich my artistic perspective and communication skills.

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Hi! I’m Ethan Johnson, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media and Cultural Studies at Macalester College, with minors in Theatre and Dance and Creative Writing. I have a passion for storytelling through film and theatre, and I love using my skills in cinematography, lighting, and post-production to bring creative concepts to life. Alongside my studies, I have gained hands-on experience by directing films, managing a radio station, and working in theatre production.

I am enthusiastic about collaborating with others and continuously learning new techniques. Whether working on low-budget film projects, organizing live music events, or directing small plays, I bring creativity, organization, and technical knowledge to every project. Outside of academics, I enjoy engaging in slam poetry, photography, and writing, which enrich my artistic perspective and communication skills.

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Work Experience

Assistant Instructor at Film North

July 31, 2023 - August 21, 2025

Demonstrated technique and usage of cinematography to film. Applied Adobe Premiere Pro to multiple short film projects. Brainstormed and enacted new concepts and pathways for film education with an experienced instructor. Used ingenuity and resourcefulness to employ low budget lighting strategies to benefit film production.

Chief Station Operator at WMCN 91.7 Radio Station

May 1, 2024 - Present

Oversaw station equipment including transmitter, soundboard, microphones, etc. Maintained professional communication with Macalester administrators, the FCC, and a 70-person roster of DJs. Planned live music events featuring professional bands and student musicians. Collaborated with fellow managers and staff to create merchandise, visuals, social media platforms, and social events.

Counselor / Lighting Director at Winchester Cooperative Theatre

November 1, 2019 - August 21, 2025

Creatively applied technical resources and operated lighting board to create a live lighting display for a production of Little Shop of Horrors. Wrote and directed over a dozen ten-minute plays, skits, and small scenes. Passionately chaperoned smaller children for Coop’s camp programs and seasonal productions. Collaborated patiently with coworkers and superiors to display the best possible theatre experience.

Theatre Manager at Mann Theaters

April 30, 2025 - August 21, 2025

Enthusiastically participated in face-to-face customer service. Used knowledge of film history and current events to provide customer recommendations. Organized a workstation built for both creative and financial purposes. Communicated carefully with coworkers to establish efficiency in service.