Martin Burke

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  • Timeline

    Dec 1992 - May 1995

    System Administrator

    Ampex
    Jan 1996 - Jan 1998

    Systems Admin

    Netscape
    Mar 1998 - May 2002

    Engineer

    eBay
    Jan 2002 - Apr 2008

    Writer

    LeBurke Ink.
    Apr 2008 - Apr 2022

    Screenwriter, Actor, Film Maker

    Self employed
    Current Company
    Dec 2021 - now

    Co-Founder

    Community Find
  • About me

    Founder: Community Find

  • Education

    • The groundlings theatre and school

      2019 - 2022
      Theatre/theater

      Activities and Societies: Finished Intermediate, Taking Specialty classes because I'm addicted to taking classes.

    • Margie haber studios

      2020 - 2020
      Acting

      Online Acting classes

    • Lesly khan acting school

      2019 - 2019
      N/a acting for film and t.v> n/a

      Activities and Societies: Sitcom Intensive Clinic Ongoing July 2019 - Sept 2019 Nail your next performance, whether you’re prepping for an audition, shooting a last-minute rewrite, or working on the same character for a decade.What we teach isn’t some “new and improved” acting technique. It’s just a far more comprehensive way of reading the page.It’s practical. It’s empowering. (Frankly, it’s pretty obvious.) We’re a bit mystified by the fact that no one else seems to be teaching it.But make no mistake: There is work involved. LK&Co. isn’t for the… Show more Nail your next performance, whether you’re prepping for an audition, shooting a last-minute rewrite, or working on the same character for a decade.What we teach isn’t some “new and improved” acting technique. It’s just a far more comprehensive way of reading the page.It’s practical. It’s empowering. (Frankly, it’s pretty obvious.) We’re a bit mystified by the fact that no one else seems to be teaching it.But make no mistake: There is work involved. LK&Co. isn’t for the faint of heart.You want to work as an actor. Not just study. That’s why we provide real-world career guidance and feedback you can use right now.We want you to work your butt off now, so that soon you can live your dream. Show less

    • American improv theater

      2015 - 2016
      Misc classes acting, improvisation, comedy sketch writing

      Improv Level A,B,D Practice & PerformanceSketch WritingActing For Improvhttp://www.americanimprovtheatre.com/#!classes/c1u6z

    • Bay area acting studio

      2015 - 2016
      Acting

      Actors are taught how to access their emotions authentically without manipulation or imitation. With the Meisner Technique, the actor develops an intuitive and keen awareness of “who they are” emotionally and physically which allows them to utilize these aspects effectively and instinctively. They learn to connect quickly and deeply to scene partners as well as to their imaginary circumstance. In this way, the work takes on the natural qualities of real life as it is expressed through art. The… Show more Actors are taught how to access their emotions authentically without manipulation or imitation. With the Meisner Technique, the actor develops an intuitive and keen awareness of “who they are” emotionally and physically which allows them to utilize these aspects effectively and instinctively. They learn to connect quickly and deeply to scene partners as well as to their imaginary circumstance. In this way, the work takes on the natural qualities of real life as it is expressed through art. The actor learns to replace “acting” and imitation with genuinely deep and truthful connection. Show less

    • Bay area theatre sports

      2013 - 2015
      Improvisational theatre

      Mar. 2015 Performance Level 3Nov. 2014 Performance Level 1Aug. 2014 Introduction to Long Form intensive Apr. 2014 Performing Theatre Sports (Renamed Performance 2)Feb. 2014 Completed Studio Scene work 1 Nov. 2103 Completed Foundation Levels 1-3

    • Second city chicago

      2014 - 2014
      Improv 3 + 4, writing 3 + 4

      Improv 3: Advanced SceneworkBuilding upon the foundation of Level 2, students will deal with a more mature type of improv that can be harvested for sketch. Focus on topics such as advanced character creation, scene/premise structure, acting, reference level, and using music to find scenes and characters.Improv 4: Improv into SketchDive into how Second City uses improv to develop sketch material. Explore concepts like satire, using improv sets, re-improvising scenes, and the key… Show more Improv 3: Advanced SceneworkBuilding upon the foundation of Level 2, students will deal with a more mature type of improv that can be harvested for sketch. Focus on topics such as advanced character creation, scene/premise structure, acting, reference level, and using music to find scenes and characters.Improv 4: Improv into SketchDive into how Second City uses improv to develop sketch material. Explore concepts like satire, using improv sets, re-improvising scenes, and the key elements of a Second City running order.Writing 3: Elements of a Comedy RevueExpand your comedy writer’s toolkit. From full-cast scenes to monologues, discover the types of sketches that round-out a Second City revue.Writing 4: Advanced Topics in SketchRefine your comic voice and strengthen your skill in revision while learning premises that break the rules – clothesline scenes, songs and more. Show less

    • Second city chicago

      2013 - 2013
      Improv 2, writing 2, writing for t.v. & film

      Improvisational Comedy level 2 - Scene Work and Introduction to Long FormWriting Level 2 - Working with Premises for Sketch Comedy--A further exploration of using comic premises to develop original sketch comedyWriting for T.V. and Film - Explores visual writing, story structure and character development. Learn to write quickly and improvisationally while applying the stylistic and format requirements of film and TV to discover the key moments of your story.

    • Second city chicago

      2012 - 2013
      Week long boot camp improvisational comedy/writing make one up, it's improv!

      Activities and Societies: Great class of improvisers. Highly recommend Second City training. http://www.secondcity.com/training/chicago/coursecatalog/

    • S.f. comedy college

      2012 - 2012
      Another degree of insanity. ;-) comedy

      Joke Writing, Riffing (Conversing with the audience), Standup Comedy, Stage Presence.

    • The a.c.t. conservatory

      2019 -
      Acting

      Acting 1, Directing, Movement, Standup Comedy

    • Udemy alumni

      2021 - 2023
      Computer software engineering

      MERN Stack programming. Studied, React, Mongo, Firebase, Google Maps, Javascript, CSS and HTML

    • University of california, los angeles

      2006 - 2008
      Certificate in screenwriting, advanced screenwriting, professional program

      Obtained certificate for Screenwriting. Currently enrolled in Advanced Screenwriting program.

    • National university

      1996 - 1998
      Bscs computer science

      Attained Bachelor's of Science degree in Computer Science

  • Experience

    • Ampex

      Dec 1992 - May 1995
      System administrator

      Provided desktop and server support for engineering team. Machines included Sun Microsystems, Silicon Graphics, and Digital Equipment Corp. desktops and servers.

    • Netscape

      Jan 1996 - Jan 1998

      Desktop support. Setup and maintained SGI Irix, Sun Microsystems, and Window's PCs.

      • Systems Admin

        Jan 1996 - Jan 1998
      • Sr. Systems Administrator

        Jan 1996 - Jan 1998
      • Sr. Unix Systems Admin.

        Jan 1996 - Jan 1998
    • Ebay

      Mar 1998 - May 2002
      Engineer

      Instrumental in designing and implementing infrastructure for the world's premier auction web site. Yeah, that's right, I ROCK! ;-)

    • Leburke ink.

      Jan 2002 - Apr 2008
      Writer

      Producer, Screenwriter, Developer for Independent and Major Studio films. As Dov Seimens says, I have several productions in various stages of development.

    • Self employed

      Apr 2008 - Apr 2022
      Screenwriter, actor, film maker

      I have several properties at various stages of development.

    • Community find

      Dec 2021 - now
      Co-founder

      Upcoming web site and mobile application to aid consumers.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Improv one

      The second city
    • Theater sports, foundation 1-3, studio scenework & performing theater sports

      Bay area theater sports
      Mar 2014
      View certificate certificate
    • Professional program in screenwriting

      Ucla
      Jul 2007
    • Improv level 2, writing level 2

      Second city communications, inc.
      Jul 2013
    • Certificate of completion, oo programming (w/ruby)

      Academy x s.r.o.
      Apr 2010
    • The language of hollywood: storytelling, sound, and color

      Coursera
      Mar 2013
      View certificate certificate
    • Certificate of completion, ruby on rail

      Academy x s.r.o.
      May 2010
    • Professional program in advanced screenwriting

      Ucla
      Dec 2010
    • Bachelor of science with a major in computer science

      National university
      Jul 1998