Kevin Sandera is a highly motivated and skilled creative professional with over 7 years of experience in the film industry. He has a proven track record of leadership and teamwork through roles such as President and Project Manager of Malicious Productions, Lead Video Editor at Cygnet Entertainment, and Video and Sound Editor at Inspired Productions. He strives to expand his knowledge and help companies achieve their goals. He graduated from Cape Fear Community College with an Associate's Degree in Film Studies and has excellent technical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

1. ​Kevin Sandera
​Creative​, ​Dynamic​, ​Virtuoso
2550 Sailmaker Walk T: 910-465-8202
Wilmington, NC 28409 E: ​Chiovnidca@yahoo.com
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I am a highly motivated individual that strives to reach any goal, whether I’m participating in a team or
by myself. I focus mainly on the situation at hand rather than the stress of working overtime to meet
strict deadlines. Especially after working 7+ years in the film industry.
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OBJECTIVE:
My mission is to find a company that I can be a part of and grow with. Not only do I strive to leap
boundaries in order to surpass expectations, I truly love the beneficial factor of expanding my
knowledge/experience while solving any problem along the way.
SKILLS SUMMARY:
➔ The Power of Positivity - The influential benefit of positivity and how it affects the rate of
productivity. A smile and laugh can go along way no matter how stressful the situation is. “Lead
by Example”
➔ Computer Proficiency - I learned how to be efficient when navigating through multiple
computer programs.
◆ Technical Efficiency using Adobe Premiere, Audition, Photoshop, Illustrator, Speedgrade,
Final Cut, Python, Ruby, Maya, and several other programs
➔ Excellent Communication Skills - One thing that I walked away from school with is the cruciality
behind communication. Communication is the key to success.
➔ Problem Solving Skills - Through my experience editing, I’ve learned the steps necessary to
come up with a solution for any problem thrown my way. The substantial effect of researching
and utilizing all available sources in order to develop a counter-measure. Then monitoring the
situation making sure the problem has been removed.

2. EXPERIENCE:
President, Project Manager, Lead Editor, Malicious Productions
Wilmington, NC (Sept 2010 - Present)
Life has been a venture since the day I developed Malicious Productions. I am honored to work as an
amazing team to accomplish several goals, no matter how complex the situation.
Accomplishments:
➔ Reached out across US to acquire filming permits, filming locations, release forms, ect.
➔ Inspired a creative team to achieve goals by being positive/supportive
➔ Developed a clear conception of properly applying project management
➔ Constructed over 16 videos including 2 music videos for TV and the world wide web
➔ Taught me the importance of creating reliable connections
➔ Generated a strong following for the Web-series “Resident Evil : Home Sweet Home”
➔ Malicious Productions Youtube Page​, ​Resident Evil Home Sweet Home Facebook Page
Lead Video Editor, Cygnet Entertainment
Wilmington, NC (Oct. 2016 - Present)
Cygnet Entertainment Group is an amazing place to be apart of. I am honored to lead a group of
talented individuals as we work together as a team to surpass any goal. We are in the process of
making three films, “Scarlett and the Mobster”, “American Vigilante”, and “Average Joe” which will be
released next year.
Accomplishments:
➔ Designed video and audio content using asset programs such as Adobe Premiere, Audition,
Speedgrade, Photoshop, Da Vinci Resolve, and much more
➔ Helped push the company forward by creating compelling content that lured in investors to
fund the films
Video and Sound Editor, Inspired Productions
Wilmington, NC (Aug. 2015 - May 2016)
Working at Inspired Productions was truly a pleasure. I learned a lot of tips and tricks while editing with
Premiere. I walked away with a huge assortment in my sound library that I use on a day by day basis
Accomplishments:

3. ➔ This position really helped me learn how important sound editing is in film and other projects
➔ Part of an editing team that worked on a pilot for the BET channel
➔ Being part of a team that won recognition awards at several different film festivals
➔ Properly setting up and lighting green screen to ensure a smooth transition into Adobe
Premiere Pro for post production chroma key editing
Store Team Leader - Walgreens
Rochester, NY - Wilmington, NC (Sept. 2000 - Aug. 2015)
Walgreens was one of my first and longest holding job until I decided what I wanted to do after college.
There I started from the ground up and worked up to Store Team Leader. Walgreens taught me a lot of
values in the importance of customer service and management skills.
Accomplishments:
➔ Increased my knowledge on the values behind ​Great Customer Service
➔ Refined my management skills to have a better understanding of the importance behind
even/equal work delegation, clear communication, responsive feedback, and productiveness that
positivity brings to the table
➔ How essential teamwork is, to make sure I am there if anyone needs help or advice
➔ Recognized on several occasions as Sims Coordinator or Employee of the month
EDUCATION:
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC - 2011-2017
I graduated from CFCC with an Associate's Degree in Film Studies. I’m due to receive my official degree
in Spring 2017. I focused on the critical analysis of film, video games, writing, music, and the history of
art across the world.
Accomplishments:
➔ Part of the crew that worked on “Song of the Fifth Grade Samurai” which premiered last year at
the 2016 Comic Con in San Diego
REFERENCES:
Brian Dormady - Head of Editorial Department at Cygnet Entertainment - 305-731-6768
Adam Byrd - Line Producer/Director at Malicious Productions - 910-465-5276