Matthew Kinser is seeking a position in the media industry utilizing his skills in storytelling and creativity. He has a Bachelor's degree in Film Studies from Columbia University where he focused on scriptwriting and story structure. During his military service, Kinser served a 1-year deployment in Afghanistan as a rifleman and later as a Training Room NCO where he oversaw personnel logistics for 130 soldiers. His experience demonstrates strong organizational, management, and technology skills.

1. MATTHEW C. KINSER
2563 W 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90057
408-781-9927
matthewckinser@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/matthewckinser
OBJECTIVE
My goal is to work in some capacity in the media industry. My skills, competency, and creativity
combined with my understanding of the narrative form and story structure will greatly benefit anyone in
search of a visionary, driven, and passionate artist.
EDUCATION
Columbia University, New York, NY.
Bachelor of Arts, Film Studies, May 2015, GPA: 3.12
 Main focus was on scriptwriting and story structure.
 Proficiency in editing and screenwriting software.
 Comprehensive research and paper writing.
EXPERIENCE
U.S. Army Infantryman (11Bravo) July 2006 – October 2010
C Co., 2-506th IN, 4th BCT, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, KY
 1-year deployment to Afghanistan, March 2008 – March 2009 as rifleman.
 Deployed to and operated in Kandahar and Paktika provinces where the elevations exceeded 7,500
ft. while carrying gear weighing over 70 lbs. and costing thousands of dollars. None of my issued
equipment was ever lost or broken.
Post-deployment, last 15 months before discharge
 Hand selected as the Training Room NCO (non-commissioned officer) where it was my and my
teams’ (3 Soldiers) job to oversee and manage the company’s (approx. 130 Soldiers) personnel
logistics.
 My responsibilities included:
o Onboarding new Soldiers into the unit.
o Supported the Commanding Officer, Executive Officer, and the First Sergeant with
daily, weekly and monthly schedules.
o Became proficient at Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
o Organizational and task management skills applied.
o Worked at a frenetic pace for long hours and even longer days.
SKILLS
I am highly organized and very creative. I can work with every type of personality.
Work Experience prior to the US Army:
 Made pizzas at Bogey’s in San Jose, Jan/2004-June/2004
 Sold Cutco knives to consumers, Feb/2005-Oct/2005