About Me | Alexis Burdick Film

*Behind the
Camera Lens

Hi, I'm Alexis Cristina Burdick. As a 21-year-old student studying film production and marketing, I pour the utmost care and passion into every project I work on. My innovation and creativity are reflected in the content I integrate into my projects. I take pride in being efficient, producing high-quality work at a rapid rate. I have a keen eye for visual storytelling and capturing the audience's attention.

I have over 4 years of hands-on experience in television and film production, editing, and marketing. Adept in industry-standard software, with deep knowledge of how to apply these software applications to produce high-quality content. I enjoy working collaboratively on sets to bring compelling stories to life.

Throughout my portfolio, I explore a wide range of media, including film productions, sports, music videos, broadcasts, and digital marketing. View my work as a director, producer, video editor, marketer, and project manager.

Besides my professional passions, I enjoy watching movies, going to the gym, trying out new cafes, and spending quality time with those I love. I am a self-motivated individual who is never scared to dive into new experiences. Fun Fact: I am a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo!

*Work
Experience

Film Production Intern

at American Paragons Foundation

Creating content to promote and increase publicity for elite athletes representing the United States internationally in Olympic sports. Assisting to help Team USA athletes build fulfilling careers, financial stability, and meaningful connections in the communities they inspire. Camera operation for long-form content, specifically in live-action videos featuring high-level athletes and fast-moving objects. Upload and edit recorded film for use in digital content—organizing and setting up lighting and sound for shoots.

Operations Technician PEP

(Assistant Director)

at NBC Universal and Telemundo

I served as the Director's right-hand by managing the cameras throughout the news segments, queuing the news anchors, coding specific segments, and correcting any errors in the Director’s codes. I directed Telemundo’s promotions, Dale Play. My responsibilities included working with Emmy Award-winning Journalists and News Anchors as I queued them, managed transitions and various packages displayed on screen, adjusted camera shots, and uploaded the finished media into NBC & Telemundo’s files for publication on their website. I was their youngest hire at 18 years old!

Production Assistant

at SCORE International Racing

As a PA, I was in charge of assisting each department. This included queuing the Technical Director for timing and switching to graphics and transitions. Furthermore, I was a camera assistant as I adjusted the cameras. For the audio department, I played the soundtrack for the live stream and mic'd up talent. Additionally, I uploaded the lower thirds and live bugs. I worked alongside talented crew members who are in the live streaming and sports media industry.

Director and Digital Marketing

at San Diego State University

Directed an episodic television episode. Collaborated closely with the actors, technical director, assistant director, producers, and writer for the show. I managed both the cast and crew. I was the overall creative and technical visionary. Additionally, I was the Marketing Photographer for SDSU's THE LOOK Issue 10. I edited and took photos capturing the marketing campaign. Furthermore, I directed a documentary. I was the creative and technical visionary for the project. Lastly, I was a production sound mixer for a short film that was accepted and screened at the SDSU Emerging Filmmakers Film Festival.

Director of Television & Live Events

at Southwestern College

Appointed as the Director of Television Production by the SWC Film Department and tasked with directing a weekly 30-minute live news show. Selected as Director of a live stream interview with American Filmmaker and Comic Book Writer - J. Michael Straczynski, who delivered a fifty-minute speech aimed at aspiring filmmakers. I also served as the leading Camera Operator for a live stream interview with American Playwright, Screenwriter, Film Director, Actor, and Father of Chicano Films - Luis Valdez. Additionally, I was entrusted with the marketing takeover and management of the official SWC Film & Media YouTube channel, as well as with initiating a podcast designed to bring together and lead the SWC FTMA department.

Video Editing Manager

at Eastlake High School Robotics

Elected to a leadership role as the Video Editing Manager for Eastlake High School Robotics Class. Applied CS knowledge and personal skills in digital content creation and video editing to teach my student peers through multiple programs, such as Adobe After Effects and Wondershare Filmora. Successfully trained a variety of students with different program skill sets. All students in my course received an A from the Robotics Class Teacher.