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Hi, I’m Will Underwood, a production-focused filmmaker with hands-on experience as a production assistant, lighting grip, and editor. I’ve contributed to student shorts, features, and TV pilots at The Masters University and HI 5 Studios, supporting directors, DPs, and crews on set and in preproduction, always aiming to keep the workflow organized and efficient. I’m proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop, Final Draft Pro, and I enjoy turning creative ideas into production-ready plans. I’m a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves learning new skills to bring stories to life.…Hi, I’m Will Underwood, a production-focused filmmaker with hands-on experience as a production assistant, lighting grip, and editor. I’ve contributed to student shorts, features, and TV pilots at The Masters University and HI 5 Studios, supporting directors, DPs, and crews on set and in preproduction, always aiming to keep the workflow organized and efficient. I’m proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop, Final Draft Pro, and I enjoy turning creative ideas into production-ready plans. I’m a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves learning new skills to bring stories to life.

Will Underwood

Production Assistant, Lighting, Film Producer, +4

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Hi, I’m Will Underwood, a production-focused filmmaker with hands-on experience as a production assistant, lighting grip, and editor. I’ve contributed to student shorts, features, and TV pilots at The Masters University and HI 5 Studios, supporting directors, DPs, and crews on set and in preproduction, always aiming to keep the workflow organized and efficient. I’m proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop, Final Draft Pro, and I enjoy turning creative ideas into production-ready plans. I’m a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves learning new skills to bring stories to life.…Hi, I’m Will Underwood, a production-focused filmmaker with hands-on experience as a production assistant, lighting grip, and editor. I’ve contributed to student shorts, features, and TV pilots at The Masters University and HI 5 Studios, supporting directors, DPs, and crews on set and in preproduction, always aiming to keep the workflow organized and efficient. I’m proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop, Final Draft Pro, and I enjoy turning creative ideas into production-ready plans. I’m a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves learning new skills to bring stories to life.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Will Underwood, a production-focused filmmaker with hands-on experience as a production assistant, lighting grip, and editor. I’ve contributed to student shorts, features, and TV pilots at The Masters University and HI 5 Studios, supporting directors, DPs, and crews on set and in preproduction, always aiming to keep the workflow organized and efficient.

I’m proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop, Final Draft Pro, and I enjoy turning creative ideas into production-ready plans. I’m a collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves learning new skills to bring stories to life.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe After Effects

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Microsoft Office

Experience Level

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

Adobe Photoshop

Expert

Adobe After Effects

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Pre-Cut Editor/Production Assistant at Dangie Bros

April 30, 2022 - July 9, 2025

Pre-cut videos for Lead Editor, synced and organized footage, and removed unnecessary footage. Maintained studio cleanliness, tracked inventory, and assisted in building sets.

Production Assistant at The Masters University Cinema Department

January 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025

Shadowed the Director of Photography and Director for short film “A Hard Gamble.” Served as Lighting Electrical Grip on feature film “The Man from Nowhere” and short film “Reckoning.” Produced a student short film “I Am HuaQing” including preproduction organization, lighting design/setup, and editing. Worked on lighting for TV Pilot “The Shade.”

Video Editor and On-Set Filming Assistant at The Masters University Campus Productions

May 31, 2021 - July 9, 2025

Edited videos professionally and timely using Adobe Premiere Pro. Performed on-set filming duties as lighting and production assistant. Participated in creative brainstorming sessions.

Production Assistant at HI 5 Studios

January 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025

Maintained studio organization, prepared and broke down sets, managed props, participated in creative pitch sessions, operated GoPro cameras, monitored audio, and reviewed YouTube comments for creative team. Laid off due to budget constraints.

Courtesy Clerk at Tops Super Foods, North State Grocers

August 31, 2018 - July 9, 2025

Provided efficient customer service including grocery assistance, loss prevention, customer inquiries, merchandise organization, and security. Managed customer relations to promote company brand and ensure a positive experience. Resigned to attend university in Southern California.