Hannah Brumfield

Chicago, IL 60647 | 507-923-3970 | hbrumfield3120@gmail.com

Education

COLUMBIA COLLEGE CHICAGO | GRADUATED 2024

Major: Bachelor of Arts; Film & TV Production
Related Coursework: Social/Digital Media, Web Design, Production Design 1 & 2, Set Design & Construction, Photoshop I, Scenic Construction, Assistant Directing & Producing Courses

Skills

Fabrication & Design: Skilled in prop, set, and scenic design fabrication, with a strong foundation in material sourcing and proficiency in SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, Blender, Lightburn, Chitubox, and various 3D modeling software.
Project Coordination: Adept in project management, including team leadership, scheduling, and activity coordination to consistently meet deadlines and deliver exceptional results.
Creative Direction: Experienced in providing artistic direction and guiding creative teams to produce cohesive, impactful, and visually engaging experiences.
Client Relations: Strong customer service abilities, skilled in managing client interactions, resolving inquiries, and ensuring client satisfaction through attentive support.
Media & Production: Proficient in video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro) and developing marketing and promotional materials to support and enhance events and productions.

Work Experience

Contributed to client presentations and internal reviews by preparing visual mockups and campaign materials
Adapted content for multiple formats and platforms, ensuring consistency across web, social, and internal communications
Assisted in planning and executing marketing content for corporate clients, supporting brand messaging across digital and social platforms
Created and edited visual assets, including graphics, short-form video, and promotional materials tailored to client goals and audiences

Collaborated under direction to fabricate a wide range of props, ensuring high-quality standards and client satisfaction in alignment with project specifications.
Acted as set decorator for various client projects, contributing to immersive and visually compelling environments for on-set productions.
Utilized design software, including Blender, to create detailed 3D models, enhancing the precision and efficiency of project workflows.
Operated laser cutting machinery and executed assigned shop duties, maintaining a safe and organized workspace while fulfilling client and project needs.

Filmed and edited content for 4+ weddings, capturing both posed and candid moments
Delivered edited reels and raw footage for social platforms, aligned with client personalities and trends
Collaborated with photographers and vendors to ensure seamless event coverage
Used a combination of phone and DSLR setups with gimbals for versatile coverage
Passionate about creating TikTok- and Instagram-ready content for weddings, businesses, and events.
Viral TikToks on personal TikTok page; gained insight into algorithms and SEO trends

As a student worker, I mainly worked within the Fabrication/Woodshop of the school. Checking in and out of students and helping them get the tools they need for classes.

As a TA, I mainly worked in the film shop on campus, maintaining the shop and tools. Additionally, I advise and help students operate wood shop machinery during instruction.

I created programming material and facility activities as a camp lead. I also maintained staff schedules. I worked through various challenges in collaboration between staff, parents, and kids. I also wrote a curriculum that challenged kids to create art sustainably.

Designed and created social media campaigns for fundraising for clients via social platforms such as Instagram
Created digital pieces of work to promote projects, productions, and client programs

References

TOM KESLING - 773-370-0293 - tkesling@colum.edu

DAVID KRAUSE - 773-559-6075 dckrause@colum.edu

JEFF SPITZ - 773-771-7697 - jspitz@colum.edu