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johnbao.ca A multi-faceted storyteller and filmmaker with a specialisation in screenwriting, storyboarding, and film editing. Varied background in capturing rich stories from drama to documentary, using various cinematic and narrative techniques to capture audiences. Having worked on small teams, I've had to occupy multiple roles simultaneously, which also requires me to be agile. Because of this experience, I have a holistic perspective when it comes to filmmaking, paying close attention to details at every stage.…johnbao.ca A multi-faceted storyteller and filmmaker with a specialisation in screenwriting, storyboarding, and film editing. Varied background in capturing rich stories from drama to documentary, using various cinematic and narrative techniques to capture audiences. Having worked on small teams, I've had to occupy multiple roles simultaneously, which also requires me to be agile. Because of this experience, I have a holistic perspective when it comes to filmmaking, paying close attention to details at every stage.

John Bao

Film Director, Writer, Video Editor, +2

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johnbao.ca A multi-faceted storyteller and filmmaker with a specialisation in screenwriting, storyboarding, and film editing. Varied background in capturing rich stories from drama to documentary, using various cinematic and narrative techniques to capture audiences. Having worked on small teams, I've had to occupy multiple roles simultaneously, which also requires me to be agile. Because of this experience, I have a holistic perspective when it comes to filmmaking, paying close attention to details at every stage.…johnbao.ca A multi-faceted storyteller and filmmaker with a specialisation in screenwriting, storyboarding, and film editing. Varied background in capturing rich stories from drama to documentary, using various cinematic and narrative techniques to capture audiences. Having worked on small teams, I've had to occupy multiple roles simultaneously, which also requires me to be agile. Because of this experience, I have a holistic perspective when it comes to filmmaking, paying close attention to details at every stage.

Available to hire

Toronto, Canada

johnbao.ca

A multi-faceted storyteller and filmmaker with a specialisation in screenwriting, storyboarding, and film editing. Varied background in capturing rich stories from drama to documentary, using various cinematic and narrative techniques to capture audiences.

Having worked on small teams, I’ve had to occupy multiple roles simultaneously, which also requires me to be agile. Because of this experience, I have a holistic perspective when it comes to filmmaking, paying close attention to details at every stage.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Adobe Lightroom

Google Drive

Microsoft Office

Experience Level

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

French

Intermediate

Vietnamese

Intermediate

Chinese

Beginner

Work Experience

Filmmaker at Tree House Group

August 19, 2024 - Present

Screenwriting, producing, directing, and editing for short films and videos Dramatic coaching for young children from ages 4-10 Working on multiple video projects monthly in various genres ranging from educational, documentary, comedy, horror, and drama working across departments to meet video needs

Script Supervisor/Production Assistant at Freelance

April 24, 2021 - Present

Worked on sets of a feature film, short films, music videos, and live events.

Partnerships and Stewardship Coordinator at Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival

April 25, 2022 - August 9, 2024

Promoted for great performance goals and getting ahead of deadlines Strategized and implemented membership campaigns such as mass emails, and movie pre-roll; increased membership base by 80% Maintained, tracked, and updated profiles of corporate sponsors, foundations, public funders, and major donors for project management Ensured the best customer service to sponsors, members, and major donors Closely supported the executive director and the development manager