Shane O’Neill

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Farmhand at VerHulst’s Cobble Creek Farm
October 1, 2016 - July 1, 2020
Wore multiple hats on the farm, including picking and packing produce, landscaping, and assisting in seasonal fall/winter projects. Contributed to fall activities, built haunted hayride displays, improved lighting and electrical elements, designed and executed a corn maze, and assisted customers with pumpkin picking and Christmas tree selection.
Features Writer at Screen Rant
November 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020
Contributed to the features team by creating long-form articles, crafting lead images, applying SEO best practices, conducting research, and collaborating with editors to meet team goals and reach thousands of readers.
Freelance News Writer at Static Media
June 1, 2020 - Present
Wrote hundreds of articles across sites including Looper, Nicki Swift, Wrestling Inc., and SlashGear. Adapted to varied topics and writing styles, strengthened research abilities, and collaborated with writers and editors. Attended press events and interviews for exclusive content.
Videographer/Photographer at Reservoir Doggs
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Produced a commercial by capturing footage of the food truck, its offerings, and customers, then integrated with clips from the film Reservoir Dogs. The finished product helped boost grand opening turnout and brand visibility.
News/Features Contributor at GAMURS
May 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Pitched and wrote numerous Destructoid-related articles on film, television, and video games. Collaborated with editors to refine work and managed a steady per-word workflow to meet deadlines.
Videographer/Editor/Photographer at Deadplum
June 1, 2024 - Present
Led photography and videography efforts for advertising campaigns; shot and edited social media vignettes in DaVinci Resolve to boost online presence and sales.
Videographer/Photographer at That ‘80s Toy Shop
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Documented the store’s 6th anniversary, capturing photos and video for social media before doors opened, and compiled a recap video showcasing crowds, sales, and new vintage stock.

Education

BA in Film Studies at University at Buffalo
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Film Studies BA at University at Buffalo
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Wise Certification in Financial Literacy
January 1, 2016 - March 5, 2026
Wise Certification in Financial Literacy
January 1, 2016 - March 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Agriculture & Mining