Santwan Barnett
Marietta
Summary
Astute filmmaking professional successful at writing, directing and editing productions. Analytical and decisive leader with strong multitasking, planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
The Worst She Can Say Is No
03.2026 - 03.2026
- Supervised filming locations, ensuring optimal settings for artistic expression and technical execution.
- Coordinated post-production activities, including editing, sound design, and visual effects integration.
- Continued personal growth as a filmmaker by staying up-to-date on industry advancements, attending workshops, and seeking feedback from peers on each project.
- Led pre-production efforts, including casting, location scouting, and crew hiring, resulting in well-organized film shoots.
- Established strong professional networks within the film community by attending industry events and maintaining relationships with fellow filmmakers.
- Fostered positive work environments on set by maintaining open communication with cast and crew members, leading to consistently smooth productions.
Production Assistant
PeeGate
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Coordinated production schedules to optimize workflow efficiency and meet project deadlines.
- Assisted in setup and operation of production equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with crew members to address on-set challenges and improve operational processes.
- Led wrap-up activities post-production, ensuring all assets were accounted for and stored properly.
- Facilitated communication between cast members and crew, allowing for efficient problem-solving during shoots.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
Sabbatical
N/A
11.2011 - 05.2025
- Took time off to focus on family and pursue a bachelor’s degree in film
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Maintenance and Groundskeeper
Aspen Lakes
06.2010 - 11.2011
- Managed property grounds and completed maintenance work for a residential apartment complex including general housing repairs, basic carpentry, landscaping, and waste management.
- Achieved troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of HVAC units, plumbing, basic electrical, and appliances.
- Managed maintenance inventory and tools by organizing storage areas, ordering supplies as necessary, and ensuring orders remain within the allotted budget.
- Accomplished schedule that ensured on-time completion of maintenance and landscaping work orders, as well as readying apartments for new residents.
Groundskeeper
The Club at Chandlers Crossing
01.2009 - 11.2009
- Maintaining the property grounds, including tasks such as weeding, planting flowers and shrubbery, leaf and snow removal, and waste management.
- Performing maintenance work for the residents of a student housing community, including repairing heating and cooling units, common plumbing repairs, household appliance repairs, and replacing doors.
- Providing customer service by addressing resident requests and ensuring that all resident needs are met.
- Managing maintenance supply inventory by ensuring supplies are ordered as necessary and the supply orders remain within the allotted budget.
- Managing the process to ready apartments for new residents by maintaining a schedule that incorporates each step of the process, which includes painting, carpet cleaning, overall cleaning, and necessary maintenance work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA12.2027
No Degree - Film And Media
Georgia PA Academy
02.2025
Associate’s degree - business
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI12.2012
Skills
- Pre-production
- Production
- Post-production
- Audio
- Camera Operator
- Editing
- Visual Effects
- Screenwriting
Websites
Affiliations
Clarkston Film Society-Vice President
December 2025-Present
Timeline
Director
The Worst She Can Say Is No
03.2026 - 03.2026
Production Assistant
PeeGate
06.2025 - 06.2025
Sabbatical
N/A
11.2011 - 05.2025
Maintenance and Groundskeeper
Aspen Lakes
06.2010 - 11.2011
Groundskeeper
The Club at Chandlers Crossing
01.2009 - 11.2009
Associate’s degree - business
Lansing Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media
Georgia State University
No Degree - Film And Media
Georgia PA Academy