Resumé
Email Address: resume[at]emmanuelmenon.com
Professional Summary
Emerging filmmaker and storyteller completing Bachelor of Screen Production at Australia’s premier film school (AFTRS). Passionate about crafting compelling narratives through visual media, with hands-on experience in all stages of production from concept development to post-production delivery. Combines strong creative vision with technical proficiency to bring stories to life across multiple formats and platforms.
Education
BA Screen Production | Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS), Sydney | Feb 2023 - Nov 2025
- Comprehensive training in film production, screenwriting, directing, and post-production
- Collaborative projects with industry-standard equipment and professional mentorship
- Focus on narrative development and visual storytelling techniques
| ACT Senior Secondary Certificate |
Narrabundah College, Canberra |
Feb 2021 - Dec 2022 |
Technical Skills
Film Production
- Directing & Cinematography // Camera operation, lighting design, shot composition
- Post-Production // Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Photoshop
- Audio // Sound recording, mixing, and post-production audio workflows
- Screenwriting // Script development, story structure, character development
Supporting Skills
- Project Management // Timeline coordination, team collaboration, client communication
- Digital Media // Web development basics, content optimization for different platforms
- Problem-Solving // reative solutions under tight deadlines and budget constraints
Film Projects & Portfolio
AFTRS Coursework (2023-2025)
- Narrative Short Films // Multiple projects exploring different genres (comedy, horror, drama) and storytelling approaches (short films, poetic documentaries, trailers)
- Documentary Work // Highlighting migrant stories through a poetic, documentative lens
- Collaborative Productions // Team-based projects simulating professional film industry workflows
- Experimental Projects // Creative exploration of visual storytelling techniques and innovative formats
Digital Portfolio
- Personal Website // Curated showcase of creative work and production process
- Reel & Project Galleries // Visual documentation of creative development and technical execution
Creative Experience
Cinema Operations | Limelight Tuggeranong | May - Sept 2022
- Operated professional cinema projection systems and sound equipment
- Gained understanding of theatrical presentation and audience experience
- Developed appreciation for technical quality in film exhibition
Trainee Video Producer | Australian Progressive Media | June - Sept 2020
- Developed video content from initial concept through final delivery
- Collaborated with writing team on approach and visual style
- Gained experience in YouTube-focused content creation
- Learned industry workflows, particularly for colour-grading
Professional Experience
Call Center Representative | 4Mile | March - Aug 2024
- Enhanced verbal communication and active listening skills
- Developed patience and empathy crucial for working with creative collaborators and talent
Customer Service Specialist | KFC Fyshwick | April 2020 - Nov 2023
- Developed strong communication skills essential for directing and client interaction
- Managed multiple priorities in fast-paced environment, transferable to film production schedules
- Trained and mentored new team members, building leadership capabilities
Core Strengths
- Visual Storytelling // Strong eye for composition, pacing, and narrative flow
- Collaborative Leadership // Ability to guide creative teams while remaining open to input
- Technical Adaptability // Quick to learn new software and production techniques
- Creative Problem-Solving // Finding innovative solutions within production constraints
- Communication // Clear direction-giving and effective client/stakeholder interaction
- Dedication to Craft // Committed to continuous learning and creative growth
AFTRS faculty and creative collaborator references available upon request