I'm a newly qualified vocational trainer (TAE40122) and a professional screenwriter with a background in screenwriting, video production, and creative development. I excel at facilitating learning, breaking down complex ideas, and helping diverse audiences connect through clear narrative and humor. In my career I’ve collaborated with comedians, educators, and production teams, building strong relationships, solving creative problems, and delivering practical training experiences. I’m passionate about human, memorable training that translates real world skills into engaging learning.

Lukas Strautins

I'm a newly qualified vocational trainer (TAE40122) and a professional screenwriter with a background in screenwriting, video production, and creative development. I excel at facilitating learning, breaking down complex ideas, and helping diverse audiences connect through clear narrative and humor. In my career I’ve collaborated with comedians, educators, and production teams, building strong relationships, solving creative problems, and delivering practical training experiences. I’m passionate about human, memorable training that translates real world skills into engaging learning.

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I’m a newly qualified vocational trainer (TAE40122) and a professional screenwriter with a background in screenwriting, video production, and creative development. I excel at facilitating learning, breaking down complex ideas, and helping diverse audiences connect through clear narrative and humor.

In my career I’ve collaborated with comedians, educators, and production teams, building strong relationships, solving creative problems, and delivering practical training experiences. I’m passionate about human, memorable training that translates real world skills into engaging learning.

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Language

English
Fluent
Latvian
Advanced
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Assistant Producer at Cherry Hands Media
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Video editing of promotional videos; Mailing list database management; Stage management for "The Ransom Letter" theatre reading - Stills photography
Mentor at Tim Ferguson – Comedian/Author/Keynote Speaker
January 1, 2023 - Present
Mentorship; Feature Film development; Structural and Narrative Analysis; Script Editing
Writers Room Videographer at Adam Bigum - Australian Children’s Television Foundation
September 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Visual documentation of Writers Room meeting; Collected footage for sizzle reel
Technical Consultant at University of Melbourne
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Field and troubleshooting customer calls. Solved remote software installation, password management. Consistent 95% Customer Feedback Score
Fuji Printer Specialist at Compumenn (CMG Smart Services)
April 1, 2018 - September 1, 2021
Daily servicing and maintenance of 900+ printers for the University of Melbourne; Oversaw ordering and implementation of stock and consumables. Solved remote customer issues. Increased 13% positive feedback to 95% over 6 months , Fuji Award for Excellence
Graphic Designer / Music Acquisitions at Digital Education Services (Digitales)
February 1, 2011 - April 1, 2018
Establish and maintain record label B2B relationships; Shelf-ready product design for libraries; Tailored music, graphic novel buying lists for libraries
Volunteer at Tropfest Film Festival
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Superior customer service for VIP patrons; Organized seating arrangements; Served food and drinks
Retail Assistant at GAME
March 1, 2008 - October 1, 2009
High-calibre customer service and sales; Maintaining stock levels and in-store marketing materials
Retail Assistant at Dick Smith Electronics
March 1, 2007 - March 1, 2008
Exceptional customer service and sales; Maintain stock levels and store OH&S
Post-production Manager / Associate Producer at Roadworx Productions
October 1, 2002 - January 1, 2007
Post-production of various documentaries; Production and broadcasting of radio and TV commercials; Video and Sound recording/editing
Mentor / Screenwriter at Tim Ferguson – Comedian/Author/Keynote Speaker
January 1, 2023 - Present
Mentorship; feature film development; structural and narrative analysis; script editing. Notable achievement: completion of feature film screenplay.

Education

Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Advanced Diploma of Professional Screenwriting at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Cert IV Small Business Management at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Interactive Multimedia at Swinburne Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002
Information Technology at Adelaide TAFE
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001
Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Advanced Diploma of Professional Screenwriting at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Cert IV Small Business Management at RMIT
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Interactive Multimedia at Swinburne Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002
Information Technology at Adelaide TAFE
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Cert IV Small Business Management
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Advanced Diploma of Professional Screenwriting
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Cert IV Small Business Management
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Other