I am a passionate and driven filmmaker with experience as a director, editor, and writer. I am known for being organized, dependable, and highly motivated, with a creative mindset and a strong background in customer service and sales. Being bilingual and optimistic, I am a team player with leadership qualities, eager to contribute to a collaborative, dedicated crew. I am open to all aspects of pre-production, production, and post-production. My expertise includes editing and coloring with Adobe Premiere Pro, directing live shows, and managing technical roles like lighting and camera operation. I have contributed to various film projects and live broadcasts, enhancing communication and smooth operations with crew members and guests.

Juan Calle

I am a passionate and driven filmmaker with experience as a director, editor, and writer. I am known for being organized, dependable, and highly motivated, with a creative mindset and a strong background in customer service and sales. Being bilingual and optimistic, I am a team player with leadership qualities, eager to contribute to a collaborative, dedicated crew. I am open to all aspects of pre-production, production, and post-production. My expertise includes editing and coloring with Adobe Premiere Pro, directing live shows, and managing technical roles like lighting and camera operation. I have contributed to various film projects and live broadcasts, enhancing communication and smooth operations with crew members and guests.

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I am a passionate and driven filmmaker with experience as a director, editor, and writer. I am known for being organized, dependable, and highly motivated, with a creative mindset and a strong background in customer service and sales. Being bilingual and optimistic, I am a team player with leadership qualities, eager to contribute to a collaborative, dedicated crew.

I am open to all aspects of pre-production, production, and post-production. My expertise includes editing and coloring with Adobe Premiere Pro, directing live shows, and managing technical roles like lighting and camera operation. I have contributed to various film projects and live broadcasts, enhancing communication and smooth operations with crew members and guests.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Filmmaker / Director and Editor
January 1, 2023 - Present
Film writer and director of multiple upcoming films including Six th Chance (Comedy, 2024), Tutu (Suspense, 2024), Missing Trip (Mystery, 2025), Silver Bracelet (Drama, 2025), and ilegales! (Drama, 2025).
Editor / Live Technical Director / Lighting Operator at Live Show & TV (Visiting Artists Series)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Responsible for switching between cameras during live streaming, ensuring smooth cuts, maintaining proper focus and framing of on-air guests. Communicated with camera and lighting teams to optimize live show setup. Managed lighting including setting up backlights, controlling lighting pads for stage and audience lights, and executing smooth camera movements while maintaining clear communication with the director.
Target Guest Advocate at Target
January 1, 2020 - Present
Assisted team members with questions and problem solving, trained multiple new team members across departments. Processed customer transactions ensuring accuracy of sales, refunds, exchanges, and adjustments.
Assistant Director / Grip & Electric / Lighting Technician
January 1, 2023 - Present
Worked on Six th Chance (2024) and Solemnly Swear (2024), skilled in 3-point lighting, tungsten film light, Kino Flo Freestyle LED Light, Arri Sky Panel LED, S60 C-Stand setup, camera operation with Sony Cinema Line FX6 and Canon EOS C100. Proficient with Adobe Lightroom and storytelling in production assistant roles.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at DePaul University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Associate in Arts at Wilbur Wright College
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail