John H. Kellogg is an independent filmmaker based in La Cañada, California with extensive experience in freelance and studio film production. He has expertise in all stages of production including production management, problem solving, and using industry standard equipment and editing platforms. Kellogg has worked on several short films in various roles and has experience working on feature films as a production assistant, grip, and first assistant director. He is currently studying film production at Los Angeles Film School.
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John H. Kellogg
La Cañada , CA 91011 | Phone: (818) 632-7416 | Email: johnkelloggfilms@gmail.com
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Independent Filmmaker with extended experience in Freelance/Studio-level environments
SUMMARY
Resourceful, effective, and well-organized professional with expertise in all stages of
production. Record of sound production management and decision-making, effectively
resolving strategy issues. Extensive knowledge in industry technology from consumer to
professional camera/lighting equipment as well as industry standard editing platforms.
Outstanding on-set and off-set work etiquette combined with a strong work ethic.
DOMAIN PROFICIENCIES
Versatile Production Skills • Distinguished Leadership • Problem Resolution • Time Management
Structured Producing • Production Coordination • Mentoring • Visionary Directing
Post-Production Organization • Implemented Advanced Video Cutting• Pioneered Creativity
SELECTED WORK EXPERIENCE
Production Intern 2015 – Present
LEGACY ENTERTAINMENT, LLC | NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA
Role: Performing tasks for product placement for feature films, web series and commercials
Industries: Product Placement, Social Media, Entertainment
Selected Accomplishments: Scanning shows, handling update reports, creating script breakdowns for
various on-set departments. Performing script coverage for feature length
scripts. Making deliveries to studio backlots.
Assistant Editor 2013 – 2014
AUX ENTERTAINMENT | VAN NUYS, CA
Role: Ingested and organized work flows for editors working with AVID Media Composer
Industries: Entertainment, Social Media
Selected Accomplishments: Demonstrated advanced understanding of the AVID editing platform by
ingesting and transcoding high-resolution footage, organizing bins and
workspace layouts, assembling rough cuts, strengthened cuts utilizing
video/audio trimming, and exporting final cuts.
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John H. Kellogg
La Cañada , CA 91011 | Phone: (818) 632-7416 | Email: johnkelloggfilms@gmail.com
FEATURE FILM EXPERIENCE
TITLE: “Demon Apocalypse” – Directed by Ewan Bourne March 14th, 2014
Role: First Assistant Director
TITLE: “Memoria” – Directed by Nina Ljeti/Vladimir de Fontenay October 8th, 2013
Role: Grip
TITLE: “Alchemy” – Directed by Katrelle Kindred July 26th, 2013
Role: Production Assistant
NOTABLE SHORT FILM EXPERIENCE
THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE HUNGRY - COMEDY April 2016
Writer, Director of Photography, Editor
Two Strangers in a saloon challenge each other to a "Duel" for the last piece of jerky in the
jar.
CAUGHT - COMEDY April 2016
Director, Editor
A guy just wants a night to himself, however he forgot that his roommate is coming home
with a hot date tonight!
ALFRED HITCHCOCK’S PSCHO - DOCUMENTARY October 2015
Producer, Cinematographer, Editor
A short documentary diving into the creation and social implications of Alfred Hitchcock’s
most notable film - Psycho
ADITI - DRAMA November 2013
Gaffer
A young girl is torn between the traditions and social acceptance of her culture and true love.
FINE PRINT - NOIR February 2013
Director of Photography
A young married couple is set to sign off for a house, but the wife has a different plan...
MIDNIGHT - HORROR February 2013
Writer, Producer, Director, Editor
A group of girls attempt an old pagan ritual while attending a slumber party.
COLORLESS TEMPTATIONS – THRILLER July 2011
Writer, Producer, Director, Editor
A man who does not wish to socialize with the rest of humanity is visited by a ghost which makes him
reassess his priorities in his life.
EDUCATION
• Los Angeles Film School
o 2015 – Present
• Pasadena City College
o Cinematography and Film/Video Production, 2013 – 2014
• Savannah College of Art and Design
o Cinematography and Film/Video Production, 2012 - 2013
• University of Southern California
o Cinematography and Film/Video Production, 2011 - 2011