Student filmmaker with hands-on film and television production experience, trained for the pace and demands of a working production. Set-ready on day one, with experience supporting camera, lighting, sound, continuity, and overall on-set operations to keep productions moving efficiently. Coordinate pre-production workflows, including locations, casting, equipment rentals, and post-production audio, color, and VFX, while adapting quickly in fast-paced studio environments. Proficient in studio and field production (multi-cam, live switching) and post-production across Avid, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, and After Effects, bringing a reliable, collaborative team mindset to every production.
- Miami, Florida
- (305) 537-8950
- michaelsarias04@gmail.com
production ready team member
production Experience
June 2025 Aug 2025
Camera 2, Grip & Electric Swing - Summer 2025
Feature Film: "Shot by an Angel" - Narrow Path Productions, Los Angeles, CA
- Assisted with camera setup and lighting design under the direction of cinematographer Richard Galli.
- Supported Alexa Mini camera team across studio and location shoots. Promoted to 2rd Camera Operator.
June 2025Aug 2025
Post Production Intern, Summer 2025
Therapy Studios, Los Angeles, CA
- Under the direction of an award-winning team with clients such as; Netflix, HBO Max, and Paramount, assisted with studio operations while improving skills editing in Avid, Davinci Resolve, color grading, VFX, and sound workflows.
May 2024Sept 2024
Production Assistant Intern , Summer 2024
Entertainment To Affect Change (E2AC), New York, NY
Contributed to the production of Seeing A Different Future, a purpose-driven documentary short., under the direction of Director Carter Oakley.
- Set up camera and lighting for on-location shoots
- Drafted time-coded paper cut for editor
- Managed daily production logistics and crew support
Sept 2024Jan 2025
TV Production Live Broadcast Staff
UMTV - University of Miami Television
Award-winning, student-run television station - SportsDesk and The Pulse
- Operated multi-cam setups, live switch boards, and audio mixing
- Assisted with studio direction and technical operations
May 2022Present
Freelance Videographer / Editor / Content Creator
MSA Productions
Produced dynamic visual content for brand clients, and edited compelling content to engage audiences. Shoot and edited short-form content tailored to brand audiences. Build visual stories for marketing teams that drive engagement
Education
Aug 2022Present
University of Miami, School of Communications
Motion Picture Production Major, Electronic Media Minor
Bachelor of Science Degree Candidate. Anticipated graduation May 2026
GPA: 3.47 Overall, 3.75 in Major | Deans List: Spring 2023
Coursework Completed: Advanced Filmmaking, Advanced Cinematography, Documentary Film, Sound Production & Design, Avid Editing, After Effects, Motion Picture Marketing , Business & Distribution, Script To Screen, Screenwriting, Motion Picture Storytelling, TV Performance, History of International Cinema.
June 2019
UCLA - University of California Los Angeles
CENTER FOR MANAGEMENT OF ENTERPRISE IN MEDIA, ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS
Certification: Sports Business Academy