Resume – Michael Capodiferro

Director of Artist Development

Filmmakers Ink; NY, CT, NM — 2018-present

A University film school experience in a summer camp setting for students, ages 8-18
Students are taught how to collaborate, write, shoot, act, direct, and edit short films
Developed and facilitated new programs both virtually and in-person, for students/alumni
Strategized and implemented outreach materials for students, parents, and social media

Created and pitched a treatment to the committee
Wrote a short narrative screenplay about the true story of Deaf educational & civic leaders in the Nineteenth Century

Dickinson (Apple TV+); New York, NY — 2019-2020

Worked on set during season two – both in the studio and on location
Assisted the production department on episodes directed by Silas Howard & Stacie Passon

New York Deaf Theatre; New York, NY — 2019

Worked closely with the creative team as well as Director Garrett Zuercher for the play Sylvia
Maintained a notated script with blocking and notes during rehearsals
Called lighting, sound, projection and caption cues

The Culture Crush; New York, NY — 2018-2019

Wrote a debut piece on Deaf Culture, titled: Good Vibrations
Assisted the Editor in Chief, Debra Scherer (French and Italian Vogue veteran) to assemble The Weekly & print issues

Jennifer, 42; New York, NY — 2018-2019

An animated documentary feature film about a family’s experience with domestic violence
Directed by Elle Kamihira and Produced by Katie Hyde
Raised over 60k in funds over a 30 day period by creating marketing campaigns and content via email and social media

Joan Scheckel Filmmaking Labs; Los Angeles, CA — 2015-2018

Joan Scheckel is a producer, writer, director and creator of The Technique
Her work includes titles such as: Transparent, Beginners, Little Miss Sunshine & Whale Rider
Assisted the development of seasons 2 & 3 of Transparent with workshops for the Writers, Directors and Main Cast
Organized and booked monthly filmmaking labs with an average of 24 participants

Park Pictures; Los Angeles, CA — 2015

Worked on large commercial shoots for clients such as: Apple, Sherwin Williams & Run The Jewels
Assisted the Art and Talent Departments

Spooners The Series; Holyoke, MA — 2014-2015

A Web Series based on the Award Winning short film
Directed by Bryan Horch, starring Ben Lerman & Walter Replogle
Raised over 16k in funds over a 30 day period
Managed all aspects of production; from casting, scheduling, writing & location scouting

Adult Swim (Thing X); New York, NY — 2013

Will Reiser; New York, NY — 2013

Writer of the Award Winning and Golden Globe Nominated film 50/50, starring Joseph G. Levitt and Seth Rogen
Gave script notes on other works in progress
Performed research & transcribed recordings for an upcoming feature film and presented to Director Jonathan Levine

A 501c3 nonprofit founded to preserve the musical traditions of the South
Produced articles and video content for their website
Conducted interviews with musicians, assisted the musicians at shows and at home, aided in recording songs
Production team member for Country Girl; a music video for the Grammy Award Winning, Carolina Chocolate Drops

EDUCATION

Joan Scheckel Filmmaking Labs; Los Angeles, CA – Alumni of The Lab Series, 2015-2017

Hampshire College; Amherst, MA – Bachelor of the Arts in Dramatic Writing, 2010-2014

Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts; Hartford, CT — Creative Writing Department, 2008-2010

AWARDS

Best Director Nominee (The Network Film Festival – New York City) for the short film Even The Dogs Know – 2019

Honorable Mention (The Denis Johnston Playwriting Award – Smith College ) for the full length play Red Nosed – 2013

Official Selection (Hartford Stage Young Playwrights’ Competition) Mentored by Quiara Alegría Hudes – 2008