Emilie S. Alpert


(908) 377-9083
BookEditsByEmilie@gmail.com
Editor Reel 2015: youtu.be/B9m7vZeFlRM / IMDB: www.imdb.com/name/nm6250913
 
Skills & Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience as freelance Video editing and Colorist using Adobe Premiere CC Pro 2015 (PC)
  • 2+ years of professional photography and cinematography using Canon DSLR cameras (up to Mark III) and other Camcorders
  • Professional photo and video editing/retouching using Adobe Lightroom 2015 and Photoshop 2015
  • Knowledge of various basic lighting setups Lighting  of sound recording and mastering, specifically for interviews
  • Valid NJ Drivers' License
  • Excellent written, verbal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Excellent computer skills (Windows/PC expert, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, IT/Networking)
  • Event Production experience (NYC fashion shows)
  • Advanced accounting and budgeting skills
  • 10 years of Human Services Management in both corporate & community environments
  • On set training and experience as both an actress and crew.
  • Ability to think and adapt quickly, multitask, and both give and take direction.
  • Experienced in managing small production company, as well as managing a production team.
 
Education
9/2007-5/2009 - Union County College. Major: Education (48 credits)
Graduated 2006 - North Plainfield High School: High School Diploma
 
Festivals/Awards:
  • “Fascination Helena’s Story” - A Film by Karen Goldfarb (Credit: Director of Photography & Editor)
  • WINNER - Best Documentary Film - NYC International Film Festival 2017
  • Marche Du Film - Festival De Cannes - 2017
  • Represented by New World Cinemas at European Film Market, Berlin - April, 2017
  • “Pass It Off” by The Immortals Project - (Music Video) - Shining Shadow Productions
  • IndieFILM Fest 2015 -  Winner -  Award of Merit
  • Global Music Awards 2015 - Bronze Medal for Best Direction
  • Screened at 2016 Brooklyn Music Video Awards
 
Relevant Work Experience:
  • 10/2015 - Present  EditsByEmilie.com - Freelance Producer/Shooter/Editor
    • ​Sub-Project: @EmiliesDogs on Instagram - Dog & Pet Photography
  • 8/2016 - Present    Bishop Photography - Sports Portrait Photographer (Seasonal)
  • 11/2016 - 12/24/16 - Picture People - Seasonal Studio Manager
  • July, 2014-2016      Art Contra Studio - Owner & Manager
    • Founder/Manager of a video production and event photography startup. In charge of communication with clients and freelancers, advertising, bookings, budgeting/accounting, social media marketing, web design, project management, art direction and set design, wardrobe styling, photo retouching, and video editing. Currently a workers' co-op. www.ArtContraStudio.com / Instagram / Twitter: @ArtContraStudio

Freelance Projects:
  • (In-Development - ongoing) - Screenplay Writer - “Call Me Hannah” - Half Hour scripted TV Drama series - Pilot & Pitch)
  • July, 2017 - Wedding Cinematographer (freelance) - Blue Couture FIlms
  • May, 2017 - Key Grip / Best Girl  - “The Boyarski Dance” (Short Film) - Dir. Carlos Garcia - Gato Loco Films - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5893924/
  • 8/8/2016 - 8/19/2016 - Production Manager - (5) Regional TV Commercial Spots - Sameer Films
  • 10/2015 - 7/24/2016 - Director of Photography  & Editor / Colorist - “Fascination: Helena’s Story” - Award Winning Documentary Film (61 min.)  - Producer/Director Karen Goldfarb  - (Remote) NYC & Queens, NY - https://vimeo.com/202671635
  • 11/2015 - Present (ongoing - non exclusive) - Producer (Interview) / Post-Production Supervisor - Holocaust Survivor Interviews - Exec. Prod: Richard Rosen - Tucson, AZ
  • 7/2016 - Videographer - The Actors’ Camp Plays - Audio and Visual Pros - Westfield, NJ
  • 5/2016 - 2nd AD & Stills Photographer - “In Broad Daylight” (SAG) Actors’ Green Room May 2016 72-Hour Shootout - NJ - https://vimeo.com/173478141
  • 6/2016 - Director of Photography & Sound Recordist - WWII Veterans Interviews - Atomic Heritage Foundation - Washington, DC
  • 6/2016 - Director of Photography - Interview w/ Congressman Killden for National Iranian American Council
  • 5/2016 - Director / Shooter / Editor -  “All About that Bass” Parody Music Video (in Post Production)
  • 4/2016 - Present - (in Development/Research) - Production Manager & Director of Photography - Documentary Film - Dir: Sameer Butt
  • 2/2016 - Producer / Shooter / Editor - Brain New Day School Assembly - Ed Devitt II - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YS7cyZgHPhY
  • 01/2016 - Producer/Shooter/Editor - Holocaust Survivor School Presentation- Bayonne, NJ
  • 01/2016 - Photography & Video Sales / Digital Tech  -  Lockwood Media - Cheer Ltd. Competition
  • 11/20/2015 - Production Manager / DP / Editor - Brad Ross “Unbelievable” Illusion  Show - Saint George Theater, Staten Island, NY -  https://vimeo.com/152479396
  • 10/2015 - Producer/ Shooter / Editor - FreedymU.com Launch Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5URptTys6qc
  • 9/2015 - Production manager / Editor / Camera Op - Brad Ross Presents: IT Factor Live! - Corporate Seminar (4 Days 9/21-24/2015) - 25 DVD set-  https://youtu.be/Z9MLR-HNle4
  • 9/2015 - Producer / Director of Photography / Editor -  "One Shot" - Borys Blacksmith  (Music Video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sF5Z1Qabqoo
  • 11/2015 - Production Assistant -  FUCHS Full House 50 - Casino Series - Demo & Review by Andy Fuchs! - TheToneKing.com - https://youtu.be/YJh_ozbO6-Q
  • 7/2015 - Casting Director / Costume Stylist / AC -  “Post Modern World” -  Film/Photo Series
  • 8/2015 - Production manager / Editor - “Jungle Book” Play - Black Spectrum Theatre Camp  www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCKkEeyL1W6mBtUWTf9S8UsL6RQjmV6xH
  • 6/2016 - Producer / Director / Editor - "Foil" (cover of Weird Al) - Parody Video - https://youtu.be/UVJDgcErBCU
  • 5/2015 - Sports Videographer - MTB Mania TV - ABC - July 10, 2015 - ProGRT Downhill Spring Classic youtube.com/watch?v=drQMXVPLUps - mountainbikemania.net/videos/pro-grt-3-mountain-creek
  • 3/2015 - Editor & Colorist - “Bruce Beck in the Kitchen” - 5 Webisodes
  • 2/2015 - Cinematographer (3rd) - Short film - “Tape” - Director: Nick Fasano - Brooklyn, NY  https://vimeo.com/125106947
  • 1/2015 - Director  & Camera Op - Pitch Video for “86'd The Movie”  Dir: Fontaine Foxworth   https://youtu.be/H624hL4iv8k
  • 12/2014 - Video Editor / Colorist / Sound editor - “Preston” (Pilot) - Vision It First Productions
  • 12/2014- Videographer/ Editor - Underground Railroad Monument Opening - Paterson, NJ - Alken Studio - youtube.com/watch?v=4ka5NfEUUvE
  • 10/2014 - Assistant Director / Editor / Colorist - “1520 (Sedgewick Ave.) - Buddha Lee Raye - youtube.com/watch?v=QAPrBm4IuDQ
 

Basic Gear List:

Cameras:
  • Canon 5D Mark II (Full Frame DSLR)
  • Canon 60D  (crop sensor DSLR)
  • Sony Handycam
Lenses:
  • Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 USM  zoom lens
  • Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 prime lens
  • Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.0-5.6 IS II Telephoto lens
Stabilization:
  • Handheld Glidecam Stabilizer
  • 2 heavy duty Pistol head Video Tripods
  • 2 lightweight tripods
  • Lightweight monopod
Lighting
  • (2) USB-charged on-camera LED lights
  • (1) dimmable battery powered on-camera LED light
  • (3) Speedlite Flashes (+flash mounts for stands)
  • 4 Channel pocket wizard + 2  flash receivers
  • (3) light heads able to hold 4 bulbs each  (Daylight studio lights: 12 x 45 watt 5500k daylight balance bulbs)
  • (3) 16-Inch x 24-Inch Softboxes
  • 36" reflective Octogon Softbox
  • 60" reflective Octogon Softbox
  • (2) Translucent umbrellas
  • Reflective umbrella
  • China Ball Lights
Accessories:
  • ​Stands - 6 ft. -10 ft.
  • Boom arm and clamp
  • C-Clamp
  • Backdrop stand
  • Black & Green muslin backgrounds & Multiple fabric backdrops for portraits
  • Baby/Newborn Props and Pillows (Wings, Crowns, Wraps, blankets)
  • Wardrobe Rack + Wardrobe in multiple sizes
  • Basic Makeup kit
  • Sewing Machine