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Trent Lakey

@trentlakey

Devoted writer eager to contribute professionalism, eloquence, and passion.

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to grow as a writer and expand my skills into a professional, collaborative setting.

I am a diligent and self-motivated writer with a diverse background in narrative, critical, and informational writing. My experience spans freelance blog writing, independent filmmaking, and film festival production, allowing me to hone my skills in various creative settings. I thrive in both collaborative environments and independent projects, consistently delivering professional and fresh content.

As a freelance blog writer for The Independent Picture House, I have crafted retrospective articles and conducted interviews for the Charlotte Film Festival. My journey as an independent filmmaker has been particularly rewarding, where I wrote, directed, and produced several short films and a feature film, showcasing my ability to manage projects from conception to execution. My feature film, “A Fleeting Breath,” is currently in post-production, and I am proud to be the first student in my program to achieve this milestone.

In my role as head writer for the Controlled Chaos Film Festival, I developed comedic monologues and collaborated closely with festival heads to ensure a cohesive theme. My education at Western Carolina University has provided me with a solid foundation in film and television production, further enhancing my creative development and communication skills.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Freelance Blog Writer

The Independent Picture House

Jan 2025 - Present (7 months)

Wrote retrospective articles for programmed films at the theater, as well as newly released contemporary films. Conducted interviews and wrote pieces for the Charlotte Film Festival.

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Current

Independent Filmmaker

Independent Filmmaker

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Wrote, directed, and produced five short films and one feature film by crowdfunding, fashioning stories around prepossessed resources. Produced another handful of short films, where the role involved scheduling production, collecting funds through crowd funding sites, hiring cast and crew members, coordinating needs with the creative team, and procuring locations for filming.

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Head Writer

Controlled Chaos Film Festival

Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)

Wrote comedic monologues for the festival's hosts and directed onstage performance, involving pitching ideas and organizing a writer's room. Wrote press releases and promotional materials for the festival's marketing push, collaborating with other departments to maintain festival coherence.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Western Carolina University logoWU

Western Carolina University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Film & Television Production

Completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film & Television Production. Gained comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in various aspects of film and television production.

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