Mackenzie McCarron

Theatre Production Crew Member at University of North Carolina Wilmington

Constructed and painted scenic elements. Assisted in costume construction and basic alterations. Participated in set strikes, ensuring safe and efficient breakdown and load-out.

Editorial Board Member at Film Matters, University of North Carolina Wilmington

Authored book review and featurette to be indexed in EBSCO. Selected and reviewed academic papers for print publication through double-blind peer review. Copy edited, applied MLA style, and ensured ethical citation/image use.

Script Coverage & Development Work at University of North Carolina Wilmington

Completed professional-style script coverage and development notes for features screenplays in the Business of Film course. Selected by the professor to provide coverage for a professional screenwriter's script. Organization, communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, Procreate, as well as set construction and painting; and analog film photography & darkroom processing.

Actor’s Arsenal Intern at Actor's Arsenal

Observe and assist professional on-camera acting sessions, film self-tapes, provide feedback, and help manage the audition workflow.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed

Design promotional materials including flyers, film posters, logos, podcast thumbnails, and related collateral. Proficient with Procreate, Canva, and Adobe Illustrator; experienced with Photoshop and other design tools.

Theatre Production Crew Member at Notre Dame High School

Constructed and painted scenic elements. Assisted in costume construction and basic alterations. Participated in set strikes, ensuring safe breakdown and load-out.

Editorial Board Member at Film Matters Editorial Board, University of North Carolina Wilmington

Authored book reviews and a featurette to be indexed in EBSC O. Selected and reviewed academic papers for print publication through double-blind peer review. Copyedited, applied MLA style, and ensured ethical citation/image use.

Script Coverage & Development at University of North Carolina Wilmington

Completed professional-style script coverage and development notes for features; selected by professor to provide coverage for a professional screenwriter's script.

Actor’s Arsenal Intern at Actor’s Arsenal

Observe and assist professional on-camera acting and audition coaching sessions; film self-tapes; support feedback sessions; help manage audition workflow. Developed a strong understanding of performance direction and the TV/film audition process.

Film Matters Editorial Board at University of North Carolina Wilmington

Authored book reviews and featurettes indexed in EBSCO. Selected and reviewed academic papers for print publication through double-blind peer review. Copyedited, applied MLA style, and ensured ethical citation/image use.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed

Freelance design work including promotional materials and branding support for clients in Wilmington, NC.

Videographer/Editor/Sound Technician at Merriwood Christian Camp

Full-time summer staff videographer and sound technician. Filmed and edited eight weekly videos and an end-of-season staff recap video; also painted mural for the media stage backdrop.