Denison University graduate with a B.A. in Cinema and a minor in Music who thrives in hands-on production environments. I've worked as a set decoration production assistant on a professional shoot and performed in 60+ stage and film productions, which taught me to adapt quickly, take direction, and solve problems calmly under pressure. I enjoy coordinating across departments, operating equipment, and keeping shoots on schedule, always bringing a positive attitude and a focus on teamwork. Not shy of long hours and hard work.
Ian W. Schneider
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Employment
Set Decoration Production Assistant, Hershey Production Company
June 2025 to August 2025
- Assisted the set decoration team in dressing and arranging props and furnishings to create authentic, scene-appropriate environments.
- Coordinated with art, props, and lighting departments to maintain visual continuity and ensure timely set changes during shoots.
- Managed and transported an inventory of more than 1,000 props and decoration pieces, tracking items to prevent loss and minimize downtime on set.
- Addressed team and talent feedback, setting clear expectations and promoting a collaborative, efficient workflow.
Air Duct Technician Assistant, Bactronix, Moon Township, PA
Summers 2023 to 2025
- Serviced residential HVAC and duct systems for multiple homes weekly, performing precise cleaning that improved indoor air quality and met strict safety standards.
- Communicated clearly with customers to set expectations, address concerns, and provide maintenance recommendations, contributing to repeat business and positive reviews.
- Supported sales efforts by explaining purifier benefits and assisting in product demonstrations, helping the team convert service calls into purchases.
- Operated and maintained cleaning machinery, transported equipment safely, and collaborated within a small crew to complete jobs efficiently.
Film production
Production Assistant, professional music video shoots
- Worked as a production assistant on professional music video productions, including the set of Kyle Gordon's "My Life Is the Worst Life Ever," supporting set operations and crew logistics.
Student films, Denison University
2022 to 2026
- Created a 10-minute documentary that its subject now uses for professional promotion and that Denison has considered for its own promotional use.
- Wrote and produced a 4-minute narrative short film through Advanced Cinema Production.
- Crewed numerous student film productions across camera, set, and post-production roles.
Education
Denison University, Granville, OH
B.A. in Cinema, Minor in Music. Graduated May 2026
Relevant coursework: Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced Cinema Production; Cinema Workshop; Film Aesthetics and Analysis; History of Cinema; Theory of Cinema; The Horror Film; Film Music and Sound; Junior/Senior Film Production and Film Studies Seminars.
Sewickley Academy, Sewickley, PA
High School Diploma, June 2022
Varsity hockey, varsity lacrosse, and active theater member.
Acting and performance
Performed in 60+ productions across musical theater, plays, poetry readings, and dance performances.
Denison University credits
- Adult Man, Spring Awakening (2026)
- King Duncan / Doctor, Macbeth (2026)
- Actor F, The Grown-Up (2025)
- Mr. Memory, The 39 Steps, Abridged (2024)
- Lug 1, LMNOP (2023-24)
- Chuck Biggs, She Kills Monsters (2023)
- Ensemble / King, Three Penny Opera (2022-23)
- Ensemble / Heathcliff understudy, You on the Moors Now (2022)
- Featured Dancer / Ensemble, 9 to 5
Selected earlier roles
- Cogsworth, Beauty and the Beast
- Officer Lockstock, Urinetown
- Lazar Wolf, Fiddler on the Roof
- Ensemble, The Drowsy Chaperone
Music
- Chamber Singers, Denison University (2022 to 2026, all eight semesters)
- Music Theatre Workshop / Singers' Theatre Workshop ensembles (multiple semesters)
- Private voice study throughout college, plus piano; passed performance skills and piano proficiency exams
Skills
- Video editing in Adobe Premiere Pro and audio editing in Adobe Audition
- Music production basics in FL Studio
- Camera operation
- Set production and prop management
- Project management, organization, and creative team coordination
- Strong written and verbal communication; adaptable in fast-paced production environments