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Hi, I’m Lee Salek, a freelance filmmaker from Plano, Texas. I edit, direct, write, and produce documentaries and video essays, drawing on my Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies education from the University of North Texas. I’ve grown a YouTube channel, Cretin Workshop, and learned search engine optimization to promote my work while building a community of viewers.
I’ve directed several short films and written for video essays and a feature-length documentary project for YouTube, collaborating with others on narrative-driven storytelling and continuing to develop my skills in cinematography, editing, and scriptwriting.
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Work Experience
Freelance Video Editor at Self Employed
March 1, 2023 - PresentEdit, direct, write, and produce documentaries and video essays in media arts; operate the YouTube channel 'Cretin Workshop'; advanced skills in Adobe Premiere Pro.
Freelance Screenwriter at Self Employed
July 1, 2022 - PresentWrote numerous screenplays including 'Cold Cut Case' for UNT Advanced Film Production; produced independently 'Hematophobia'; contributed to Moonlit Journeys' video game 'Amygdala: Prelude'; writes video essays and editorials.
Freelance Filmmaker at Self Employed
May 1, 2020 - PresentDirected many short films such as 'The Man in the Room,' 'Hematophobia,' 'Criss XCross'; contributed to UNT production 'Cold Cut Case'; writes and edits video essays and a feature-length documentary for YouTube.
Camera Operator at North Texas Television (NTTV)
December 1, 2024 - September 18, 2025Operated cameras under direction of directors/producers; anticipated schedules; collaborated with coworkers.
Pharmacy Technician at Albertsons Companies, Inc.
July 1, 2024 - September 18, 2025Assisted patients with orders and sensitive information; prepared medications; checked inventory; communicated with other pharmacies and insurers; HIPAA-compliant data handling.
Pharmacy Technician at Tom Thumb
July 1, 2023 - September 18, 2025Handled patient prescriptions, insured data accuracy, prepared medications, and managed inventory; HIPAA-compliant.
Deli Chef at Tom Thumb
September 1, 2022 - September 18, 2025Cooked deli items, prepared pre-made meals, cleaned, cut deli meat and cheese to customer specs; managed kitchen cleanliness and stock.
Crew Member at Five Below, Inc.
May 1, 2022 - September 18, 2025Stocked shelves, cleaned store areas, assisted customers, upsold items, supported donations; closing duties.
Shift Leader at Domino's Pizza, Inc
September 1, 2021 - September 18, 2025Led shift operations, directed drivers and pizza cooks; prepared and served food; inventory and ordering duties; customer service.
Pizza Cook at Marco's Pizza
December 1, 2020 - September 18, 2025Cooked pizza and related items; cleaned store; handled in-person and phone orders; food prep and stocking.
Carhop at Sonic Drive-In
August 1, 2020 - September 18, 2025Delivered food to customers; prepared drinks and ice cream; cleaned and restocked; managed money and orders.
Kennel Tech at Plano's 4 Paws Inn
December 1, 2018 - September 18, 2025Cared for dogs; cleaned kennels; prepared specialized food; administered medicine; maintained facility.
Freelance Video Editor at Self-Employed
March 1, 2023 - PresentEdit, direct, write, and produce documentaries and video essays in the media arts. Manage the YouTube channel Cretin Workshop, growing engagement through comments, likes, shares, and subscribers; advance skills in scriptwriting, directing, and editing with Adobe Premiere Pro.
Freelance Screenwriter at Self-Employed
July 1, 2022 - PresentWrote multiple screenplays, including 'Cold Cut Case' for UNT Advanced Film Production and 'Hematophobia', a short film produced independently. Contributed to the video game 'Amygdala: Prelude' for Moonlit Journeys and authored numerous video essays and editorials for YouTube and blogs.
Freelance Filmmaker at Self-Employed
May 1, 2020 - PresentDirected several short films independently since 2020, including 'The Man in the Room', 'Hematophobia', 'Criss XCross', and the remake of 'The Man in the Room'. Wrote, cast, and produced projects such as UNT’s 'Cold Cut Case' and created video essays and a feature-length documentary for YouTube.
Camera Operator at North Texas Television (NTTV)
December 1, 2024 - September 18, 2025Operated cameras for NTTV during a temporary assignment; followed directors’ and producers’ instructions, tracked schedules, and collaborated with colleagues.
Pharmacy Technician at Albertsons Companies, Inc.
July 1, 2024 - September 18, 2025Customer service, prescription transfers, medication preparation, and HIPAA-compliant handling of sensitive information. Managed inventory and liaised with pharmacies and insurance companies as needed.
Pharmacy Technician at Tom Thumb
July 1, 2023 - September 18, 2025Customer service, prescription transfers, medication preparation, and HIPAA-compliant handling of sensitive information. Managed inventory and vendor communications.
Deli Chef at Tom Thumb
September 1, 2022 - September 18, 2025Deli prep, including chicken production, cooking, and seasoning; prepared pre-made meals and maintained cleanliness; prepared deli meat and cheese to exact specifications.
Crew Member at Five Below, Inc.
May 1, 2022 - September 18, 2025Store upkeep, shelf stocking, monitoring expiration dates, assisting customers with purchases and technical issues, upselling, donations, and closing responsibilities.
Shift Leader at Domino's Pizza, Inc.
September 1, 2021 - September 18, 2025Led the shift, directed drivers and kitchen staff, cooked pizzas and side dishes, stocked inventory, took orders, and handled customer feedback.
Pizza Cook at Marco's Pizza
December 1, 2020 - September 18, 2025Cooked pizzas and related items, maintained cleanliness, and handled in-store and phone orders with customer service.
Carhop at Sonic Drive-In
August 1, 2020 - September 18, 2025Delivered food to customers, prepared drinks and ice cream, assisted with orders, stocked and maintained dining area, processed payments.
Kennel Technician at Plano's 4 Paws Inn
December 1, 2018 - September 18, 2025Cared for dogs, prepared specialized meals, cleaned kennels, administered medications, and maintained facility hygiene.
Freelance Video Editor at Self Employed
March 1, 2023 - November 12, 2025Edit, direct, write, and produce documentaries and video essays centered on media arts; operate YouTube channel Cretin Workshop; develop SEO strategies to promote content; advance scriptwriting, directing, and editing skills in Adobe Premiere Pro.
Freelance Screenwriter at Self Employed
July 1, 2022 - November 12, 2025Wrote multiple screenplays, including Cold Cut Case for UNT’s Advanced Film Production program; contributed grip work and casting; independently produced Hematophobia; assisted Moonlit Journeys with writing for their video game Amygdala: Prelude; authored numerous video essays and editorials.
Freelance Filmmaker at Self Employed
May 1, 2020 - November 12, 2025Directed numerous short films, including The Man in the Room (2020), Hematophobia, Criss XCross, and a remake of The Man in the Room; wrote, cast, and contributed as needed to UNT’s Cold Cut Case; created video essays and a feature-length documentary for YouTube.
Creative Assistant at Revolucent Media
November 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Contract work focused on video editing and maintaining structured project timelines.
Game Writer at Moonlit Journeys
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025Wrote narrative concepts, developed story beats, and authored world-building memos for the horror video game Amygdala: Prelude, drawing inspiration from Lovecraftian themes and Resident Evil.
Camera Operator at North Texas Television (NTTV)
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Operated cameras, followed director and producer instructions, reviewed schedules, and collaborated with team members on live and recorded productions.
Pharmacy Technician at Albertsons Companies, Inc.
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024Managed patient orders, handled sensitive information per HIPAA, processed prescriptions with insurance changes, prepared medications, and coordinated with pharmacies and insurers.
Pharmacy Technician at Tom Thumb
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023Provided patient assistance, processed prescriptions and insurance changes, prepared medications, and maintained inventory and shelving; ensured HIPAA-compliant handling of sensitive information.
Shift Leader at Domino's Pizza, Inc.
September 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021Directed shift operations, managed drivers and staff, prepared and served food, stocked supplies, handled phone and in-person orders, and addressed customer feedback.
Videographer at Stay Kalm Insurance Agency
December 1, 2025 - PresentProvide videography services for Stay Kalm Insurance Agency.
Writer at Moonlit Journeys
August 1, 2024 - PresentWriter for the horror video game Amygdala: Prelude; developed narrative concepts, world-building, and memos for game documentation.
Search Rater at Welocalize
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025Rated search results for Google search and AI results; performed SEO-related tasks; managed schedules and tasks.
Camera Operator at North Texas Television
August 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Operated camera for television production; followed director instructions and schedules; collaborated with crew.
Pharmacy Technician at Albertsons Companies
September 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024Pharmacy technician duties including patient support, handling sensitive information per HIPAA, prescription transfers, inventory management.
Pharmacy Technician at Tom Thumb Supermarket
October 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023Pharmacy technician duties including patient support, handling sensitive information per HIPAA, prescription transfers, inventory management.
Deli Chef at Deli
July 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022Cooking and preparing deli items; creating pre-made meals; kitchen cleanliness and efficiency.
Crew Member at Five Below
October 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022Store upkeep, shelf stocking, customer service, upselling, closing procedures.
Shift Leader at Domino's
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021Lead shift, supervise drivers and cooks, cook and prepare pizzas, take orders, customer service.
Pizza Cook at Marco's Pizza (Marco's Franchising, LLC)
August 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020Cook pizzas, maintain store, take orders, provide customer service.
Food Service Worker at Sonic Drive-In
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020Carhop duties; deliver food and drinks; assist customers; maintain store cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts at University of North Texas
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025Associate's degree in Media Arts at Collin County Community College
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023High school diploma at Plano Senior High School
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts at University of North Texas
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025Associate's Degree in Media Arts at Collin County Community College
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023High School Diploma at Plano Senior High School
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts at University of North Texas
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025Associate's Degree in Media Arts at Collin County Community College
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023High School Diploma at Plano Senior High School
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies at University of North Texas
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2025Qualifications
Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Healthcare, Retail, Software & Internet, Other
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