I am a Toronto based queer filmmaker looking for full-time employment!…

Aidan Scrimgeour

I am a Toronto based queer filmmaker looking for full-time employment!…

Available to hire

I am a Toronto based queer filmmaker looking for full-time employment!

Work Experience

Marketing Assistant at Inside Out 2SLGBTQ+ Film Festival
May 1, 2026 - July 1, 2026
Maintained organized digital filing systems, tracking assets, deadlines, and approvals for marketing deliverables. Scanned and digitized festival guides from previous years to ensure accurate preservation and accessibility through the website archives. Collaborated with the marketing team to schedule and publish content across channels to support festival campaigns and community outreach. Filmed, edited, and produced photo and short-form video content for social media platforms and the festival website.
Marketing Assistant at Inside Out 2SLGBTQ+ Film Festival, Toronto, ON
May 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026
Maintained organized digital filing systems, tracking assets, deadlines, and approvals for marketing deliverables. Filmed, edited, and produced short-form video content for social media platforms and the festival website. Collaborated with the marketing team to schedule and publish content across channels, supporting festival campaigns and community outreach. Assisted on-site festival operations as needed, contributing to a seamless attendee and artist experience.
Warehouse Lighting Crew 1 at MBS Equipment Company
August 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Coordinated with production teams to fulfill urgent gear requests. Pulled and shipped equipment orders for clients and other warehouse branches. Managed inventory of film production gear, ensuring accurate tracking, storage, and timely distribution. Prepared, cleaned, and tested lighting and grip equipment to meet industry standards. Assisted with truck loading/unloading and securely packed fragile gear.
Warehouse Lighting Crew at MBS Equipment Company, Etobicoke, ON
August 1, 2024 - October 31, 2025
Coordinated with production teams to fulfill urgent gear requests. Pulled and shipped equipment orders for clients and other warehouse branches. Managed inventory of film production gear, ensuring accurate tracking, storage, and timely distribution. Prepared, cleaned, and tested lighting and grip equipment to meet industry standards. Assisted with truck loading/unloading and securely packed fragile gear.
Sheridan College Event Photographer & Department Assistant at Sheridan College
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Sole photographer for all three campuses; shot, edited, and delivered high-quality event images. Assisted Professor John Kneller in two weekly Experimental Practice classes by setting up and supporting workshops.
Event Photographer & Department Assistant at Sheridan College (Oakville, ON)
September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Sole photographer for all three campuses; shot, edited, and delivered high-quality event images. Assisted Professor John Kneller in two weekly Experimental Practice classes, setting up and supporting workshops.

Education

Bachelor of Film and Television at Sheridan College, Oakville, ON
September 1, 2020 - April 30, 2024
Undergraduate Certificate in Creative Problem Solving at Sheridan College, Oakville, ON
September 1, 2020 - April 30, 2024
Bachelor of Film and T elevision (undergraduate program) at Sheridan College
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2024
Bachelor of Film and Television at Sheridan College
September 1, 2020 - April 30, 2024

Qualifications

Undergraduate Certificate in Creative Problem Solving
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Transportation & Logistics, Retail, Non-Profit Organization