Katie Farmer

Katie Farmer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Writer, Director and Design Professional

  • Education

    • The Harold D. Guthrie Center For Excellence

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      Digital Film Production
    • Houston Community College

      2007 - 2008
      Stratford High School
    • UCLA Extension

      2020 - 2022
      Screenplay Writing
    • University of St. Thomas (TX)

      2008 - 2010
      Bach. TV and Film Broadcast

      Currently After Graduation: Working as a Video Editor

  • Experience

    • Freelance

      May 2005 - now
      • Set and Prop Designer

        Feb 2024 - now
      • Film Maker and Special Effects Artist

        May 2005 - now
    • University of St. Thomas-Houston

      Jan 2009 - Jan 2010
      Communications Dept. Secritary

      • Worked for Dr. Robin Williamson, Dr. Livia Bornigia, and Prof. Nichole Caserez,• Also worked with Prof. Laura Harrison on her documentary: • Ant Farm, which was shown at multiple film festivals• Interned a FOX 26 News, Sports Dept.

    • Memorial Athletic Club and Aquatic Center

      Nov 2009 - Sept 2014
      Fitness Instructor and Certified Personal Trainer

      • Coached people to find what it takes to achieve their Fitness Training and Life Goals.

    • KMPH Fox 26

      Aug 2010 - Dec 2010
      Intern

      • Wrote and Edited for the Sports Department.

    • Memorial Drive United Methodist Church

      Aug 2011 - Aug 2015
      Video and Audio Producer and Editor

      • Video Editor, Audio Engineer, Camera Operator, and Web and Social Media Moderator, using Final Cut Pro and Yamaha Sound Board Operator for Services which include set up and use of lavaliers, handheld microphones and sound monitors.• Graphics operator using ProPresenter. Other Software Includes DVD Studio Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premier Print Write, Subsplash, Churchplant media and Disc Label.

    • Talk 650 CBS Radio

      Jan 2012 - Sept 2012
      Intern

      • Booked and Scheduled Guests On-Air

    • M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

      Feb 2013 - Dec 2015
      Intern in the Arts and Medicine Program with Ian Cion

      • Mural Designer Using Adobe Photoshop, Textile Artist• Works featured In The International Space Station, Space Center Houston and Museum of Fine Arts Houston

    • School of Rock

      Aug 2015 - Aug 2021

      • Studio Coordinator, Booking Agent, Drum Instructor, Drum Technician, House Band Show Director, and Media and Marketing Moderator and Spokesperson.• Filmed and edited a music video which led my student to be invited to sing on stage with Foreigner.• Four Year All-star Tour Coordinator for cross country national tours from Houston to St. Louis to playing at Lollapalooza in Chicago with members of Porno for Piros, MoPop Festival in Detroit, House of Blues Las Vegas, recording at Sunset Sound in LA and more.• Devised and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs. Show less

      • School of Rock AllStars Tour Manager

        Jul 2016 - Aug 2021
      • Studio Coordinator and Drummer/Tech

        Aug 2015 - Aug 2018
    • Toonagers Comedy Series

      Jan 2016 - Jan 2018
      Producer and Video Editor
    • Lahna Turner

      Jan 2018 - Jun 2023
      Production Assistant & Video Editor

      PA on All Female Comedy TourArchivist For Documentary about the late comedian, Ralphie May.

    • Scare You to Sleep Podcast

      Jan 2020 - Sept 2020
      Contributing Writer

      Listen to my story being read at 35:55: https://www.stitcher.com/s?eid=66815565&refid=asa

    • School of Rock

      Nov 2021 - Jun 2022

      • Music Director, House Band Show Director, Studio Manager, Booking Agent, Poster Designer, Music Video Editor, Drum and Keyboard Instructor• Increased student count by 50%.• Managed school throughout Covid-19 Pandemic by converting all students and programs to remote.• Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency• Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.• Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability. Show less

      • General Manager

        Sept 2018 - Jun 2022
      • School of Rock Writer

        Nov 2021 - Feb 2022
    • Universal Studios Hollywood

      Apr 2024 - now
      Ride Operator

      Making sure guest have a safe an magical day. This job requires great communications skills, quick thinking and decision making, technical understanding of the ride etc. and great teamwork skills.

    • Worldwide Starship Foundation

      Nov 2024 - now
      Head of Social Media
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • National Academy of Sports Medicine

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Arts & Medicine Program on Jan 2013
      The University of Texas M.D.  Anderson Cancer Center Arts & Medicine ProgramAssociated with Katie Farmer
    • Ambassador

      Issued by Love Hope Strength Cancer Foundation on Jan 2016
      Love Hope Strength Cancer FoundationAssociated with Katie Farmer