Matthew Abate

Available

One of my favorite things about production is the circus-like atmosphere. The mix of artistry and technical wizardry captures my imagination. It's like walking into a fantasy world replete with wonder and magic. When I'm not working, I write, hike, bike, swim, and spend time with those I love.

2nd AD, Travelator,
Parthenon Films, Inc.
Los Angeles 03/2009 – 04/2009

Sales Associate–Video & Audio, Samy’s Camera, Inc., Culver City 09/2008 – 3/2009

2nd AC, Kissing Strangers,
Malibu Film Foundation,
Santa Monica 07/2008 – 08/2008

Film Instructor
Pacifica Christian High School, Santa Monica 08/2007 – 06/2008

Legal Assistant–Videographer,
Law Offices of Jon A. Kodani, Santa Monica 01/2004 – 10/2006

MFA in TV (Digital) Production
Loyola Marymount University,
Los Angeles, California
Graduated Cum Laude

BA in English Literature
BS in Communications (Broadcast Production emphasis)
Florida International University,
Miami, Florida
Graduated Cum Laude

I don't own any technical equipment; however, I've worked with the HVX-200, PD-170, PD-150, and the XL2.

I am knowledgeable in the equipment for lighting and grip such as C-stands, dollies, steadicams, arri - kino flo - and lightpanel kits.

Organized the camera reports and the slate as the 2nd AC on Travelator and Kissing Strangers.

Coordinated the call sheets, talent release forms, and PRs as the 2nd AD on Travelator.

Maintained the organizational workflow between actors and ADs on Kissing Strangers.

Command of Mac and PC operating systems and software such as MS Office, Filemaker Pro, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, and Movie Magic software.

California - Southern
Nevada