I am a personable and dedicated digital art production student with hands-on experience across audio production, post-production, and design. My background includes a BA in Radio and Television Arts with an audio specialization and advanced training in mixing, mastering, and digital design tools. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to contribute to the media industry while continuing to grow my craft. I'm passionate about storytelling through sound and visuals, and I enjoy solving creative challenges using tools like Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Pro Tools, and After Effects to deliver polished results.

Dario Efrain Castro

I am a personable and dedicated digital art production student with hands-on experience across audio production, post-production, and design. My background includes a BA in Radio and Television Arts with an audio specialization and advanced training in mixing, mastering, and digital design tools. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to contribute to the media industry while continuing to grow my craft. I'm passionate about storytelling through sound and visuals, and I enjoy solving creative challenges using tools like Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Pro Tools, and After Effects to deliver polished results.

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I am a personable and dedicated digital art production student with hands-on experience across audio production, post-production, and design. My background includes a BA in Radio and Television Arts with an audio specialization and advanced training in mixing, mastering, and digital design tools. I thrive in collaborative environments and am eager to contribute to the media industry while continuing to grow my craft.

I’m passionate about storytelling through sound and visuals, and I enjoy solving creative challenges using tools like Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Pro Tools, and After Effects to deliver polished results.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced

Work Experience

Occasional Educational Assistant at Toronto District School Board
September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2020
Assist teachers in monitoring, intervention and support for students with severe to high risk needs; support the special education teacher in instructing and developing self-advocacy and independence; adapt classroom activities and materials; provide class support to facilitate integration; work in regular and special education classrooms with minimal supervision.
Personal Support Worker II at Community Living Toronto
August 1, 2015 - April 1, 2018
Provided one-on-one support for individuals with intellectual disabilities; promoted social and community inclusion; developed programs to promote life skills and independence; tracked daily progress and performance.
Personal Support Worker I at Community Living Toronto
July 1, 2008 - August 1, 2015
Provided personal support, training and supervision; promoted independence and daily living skills; supported clients during co-op and volunteer placements.
Assistant Video Editor at Panic & Bob
January 1, 2016 - October 1, 2016
Responsible for logging, archiving, organizing footage; assist editors and producers in post-production; manage tasks to streamline workflow; prepare assets for delivery and coordinate paperwork.
Music Correspondent at BlogTO
December 1, 2009 - November 1, 2010
Attended weekly Toronto music events and wrote reviews; photographed artists; educated readership on current trends; networked with music industry players.
HR Total Rewards Administrator at Wildlife Conservation Society
June 1, 2022 - Present
Responsible for tracking and management of all employee leave across multiple parks and facilities (Bronx Zoo, Central Park, Prospect Park, New York Aquarium, Queens Zoo). Enrolled new employees in benefits including union, non-union and International Plan participants. Ensured timely submission of sensitive Worker’s Compensation data to insurance claim adjuster. Completed applicable employee C-Forms related to worker’s compensation case management. Contributed to safety committee and leave-related employee relations. Provided monthly OSHA loss run reporting and annual 300 forms for each park. Supported annual open enrollment for both union and non-union populations. Provided frontline employee support for leave and work-related questions, following up with management and department reporting on employee medical development and progress.
Human Resources Assistant at Crown - Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada
November 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022
Assisted with the recruitment and selection process for Indigenous Services Canada and CIRNAC with a goal to create a barrier-free work environment for Indigenous Canadians. Screened all applicants to manage candidate pool and ensure area of selection and all qualifications were met. Maintained communication with all potential candidates including exam assessment inquiries, reminders for survey completion, requests for outstanding documents, interview scheduling confirmations, elimination letters, and confirmation of interview dates. Used Outlook to schedule Microsoft Teams placeholders and confirmed interviews for each cohort. Evaluated and assessed candidate interview results with other board members, and input notes into Excel.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - Human Resources Management (Work Integrated Learning Stream) at Seneca College
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021
Bachelor of Arts - Radio and Television Arts at Ryerson University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2013
Digital Art Production at The Chang School
September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Mixing and Mastering for the Electronic Musician at Berklee College
September 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
HRM Post Graduate Certificate - Work Integrated Learning Stream at Seneca College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2021
Bachelor of Arts - Radio and Television Arts – Audio Specialization at Ryerson / Toronto Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2013

Qualifications

Grade 3 Guitar with Honours
October 1, 2004 - April 12, 2026
Grade 3 Guitar Examination with Honours
October 1, 2004 - April 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Government, Non-Profit Organization