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My name is Michael Monachino and I love creating stories. Whether it be via directing, acting, or editing, telling a story through a variety of media is something I’m passionate about and I hope to bring that passion into your work force.
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Work Experience
Food service team member (dishwasher/stocker/cleaner)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026Worked in food service operations performing dishwashing, stocking, and cleaning duties.
Shadow Box Studios - Production Experience (implied role) at Shadow Box Studios
January 1, 2024 - PresentProduction experience at Shadow Box Studios (specific job title not provided in resume text).
Shadow Box Studios (Baclot Academy) — Production Experience at Shadow Box Studios / Baclot Academy
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Production experience as listed in the resume (exact role/description not specified).
Production Intern / Production experience at Shadow Box Studios, Backlot Academy
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026Studied production experience through academic/production programs; details not fully specified in the resume text.
Production Experience (Backlot Academy - implied role) at Backlot Academy
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Production experience at Backlot Academy (specific job title not provided in resume text).
Production Experience (Savannah College of Art and Design, SCAD) at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026Production experience listed alongside SCAD program timeline; specific role(s) not specified.
Virtual Reality Director
January 1, 2022 - PresentCreated multiple virtual reality videos using VRChat video game systems.
Production Assistant (Directed/Edited Student Shorts)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022Directed and edited in-person student short films (6 students).
Boom Operator, Gaffer, and Sound Mixer (Student Films)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Operated boom, handled gaffing, and mixed sound on multiple student short films.
Voice Actor / Video Creator / Editor (YouTube channel projects) at Godzilla Nerd (YouTube)
January 1, 2017 - PresentCreated stop-motion and live-action series using Godzilla figure kits. Voiced and edited dubbed fictional characters for fan-made comics, and directed/acted in live-action videos. Produced content that includes VR and non-VR video formats.
Virtual Reality Director (VR video projects)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2026Created multiple virtual reality videos using VRChat and related VR video game systems. Produced fan-made and fictional comic/comedy-style content with voice acting and editing for online channels.
Virtual Reality Director (VP role implied)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2026Created multiple virtual reality videos using VR chat video game systems. Produced content suitable for virtual reality experiences.
Voice Actor (fan-made comic and fictional characters)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020Voiced and edited audiobook-style voice dubs for fictional characters for other YouTubers.
Virtual Reality Director
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020Created multiple virtual reality videos using VRChat video game systems.
Content Creator / Stop-Motion Skit Creator at Godzilla Nerd
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2026Created series of stop-motion skits and fights using Godzilla figures; voice and edits dubbed for fan-made comics featuring fictional characters for other YouTubers.
Production Assistant / Directed & Edited Student Short Films at SCAD (student productions)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2026Directed and edited student short films for coursework. Served in production support roles including boom operation, gaffering, and sound mixing on student short films.
Creator & Editor (YouTube channel) at Godzilla Nerd
January 1, 2017 - PresentProduced stop-motion skits and live-action videos using Godzilla figure-based sets. Acted as creator/editor for series content, integrating comedic and story-driven segments; performed voice work and handled or contributed to editing and dubbing.
Virtual Reality Director at Virtual Reality (VRChat video projects)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2026Created multiple virtual reality videos using VRChat video game systems. Directed and coordinated fictional/comic-style content, including voice performance and post-production editing (voice acting and edited dubbing for fan-made comics).
Creator, Director & Editor (stop motion & live-action) at Godzilla Nerd (YouTube channel)
January 1, 2013 - PresentProduced a series of stop-motion kits and fight videos using Godzilla figures. Directed and edited video content; includes VR and voice work; channel has millions of views overall and top-viewed videos with multi-million view counts.
Production Assistant Director and Editor (student short films) at SCAD student short films
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011Directed and edited personal student short films and supported production assistant/directing roles.
Boom Operator, Gaffer, and Sound Mixer (student production work) at SCAD student short films
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011Served as boom operator, gaffer, and sound mixer on multiple student short films.
Production Assistant (personal studio work / mentorships; company unspecified) at SCAD / studio settings (as described)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013Directed and acted in 6 personal student short films; provided production support during film production training.
Boom Operator, Gaffer, Sound Mixer (student short films)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013Assisted on 10 student short films in roles including boom operator, gaffer, and sound mixer.
Production Assistant / Directed and edited student short films
January 1, 2006 - PresentDirected and edited multiple personal student short films. Also served as boom operator, gaffer, and sound mixer on student short films.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film & Television) at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Savannah GA
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006Bachelor of Fine Arts at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2026Bachelor of Fine Arts at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Savannah GA
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Film & Television at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film & Television) at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Savannah GA
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006Qualifications
Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2026Certified Production Assistant Director
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2026Certified Production Assistant (program/credential name unspecified)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Certified Production Assistant
January 1, 2017 - July 20, 2026Certificate - Production Assistant (implied training/certification)
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
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