MARIO J. NOVOA
About Me. Film Producer
I have over 20 years of experience in the film industry, I have the skills and experience necessary to be successful.
In my previous role as a producer of PBS-distributed documentaries, I produced several award-winning documentaries, including: "L.A.: A Queer History" Pt. 1 - Culture & Criminalization, and, Pt. 2 - Protests & Parades, and "NellyQueen: The Life & Times of Jose Sarria".
I have also worked as a freelance producer for several other production companies.
I am a skilled storyteller with a strong eye for detail. I am also an experienced project manager with a proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. I produce high-quality, informative, and engaging documentaries and narrative films that will resonate with an audience.
As a Producer, I have been responsible for overseeing the entire production process, from development to distribution:
Developing and pitching documentary ideas that align with brand and audience.
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Working with creative teams to develop scripts and treatments that are both engaging and informative.
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Overseeing the production process from casting and filming to editing and post-production.
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Marketing and distributing documentaries to ensure they reach the widest possible audience.
I am a creative thinker who is always looking for new ways to tell stories. I am also a team player who is always willing to go the extra mile.
"Managing conversations is better than managing people."
Education
Degree - Bacehlors of Science - Internet Marketing
Full Sail University, FL
Covered a wide range of topics, including search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, email marketing, and content marketing. Learn how to use a variety of digital marketing tools and platforms. The program was hands-on working on real-world projects for businesses and organizations. The program also included a capstone project, in which we developed a comprehensive marketing plan for a specific businesses or organizations.
Degree - Associates of Science - Film
Los Angeles Film School
At the Los Angeles Film School Associates Degree Program in Film Production:
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We learned the fundamentals of film production, including cinematography, directing, editing, and sound design.
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We had the opportunity to work on a variety of film projects, including short films, music videos, and documentaries.
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I gained hands-on experience working with professional equipment and crew.
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I met other students who share your passion for film and built a network of contacts in the film industry.
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Cinematography: We learned how to use cameras and lenses to capture images.
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Directing: How to work with actors and crew to tell a story.
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Editing: Used editing software to create a cohesive film.
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Sound design: Learned how to use sound to create atmosphere and emotion.
Certificate - Film Producing Program
Los Angeles Film School
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Budgeting: How to create a budget for a film project, including estimating costs for production, crew, equipment, and marketing.
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Scheduling: Create a schedule for a film project, including breaking down the script into scenes, scheduling each scene, and coordinating the work of the crew and cast.
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Casting: Finding actors who are right for the roles, auditioning actors, and negotiating contracts with actors.
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Marketing: Creating a marketing plan, developing marketing materials, and promoting the film to audiences.
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Communication: Learned how to communicate effectively with actors, crew, and other filmmakers.
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Leadership: Learned how to lead a team and motivate others to achieve common goals.
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Problem-solving: Solve problems on the fly.
All Videos
All Videos
Jeanne Cordova_ Butches, Lies & Feminism (Trailer)
TRAILER for L.A. A Queer History - feature documentary
