Chad Huggins Independent Filmmaker, Broadcast Professional & Technical Consultant [email protected] (760) 803-0042

Summary Chad Huggins is a director, writer and producer of several award winning short films, documentaries, music videos, broadcast commercials and live television events. Chad is involved from conception to completion, including writing, directing, budgeting, casting, and editing. Films, screenplays and videos have been showcased and honored at various national and international film festivals, while also airing worldwide on television stations. As a technical consultant, Chad provides planning, design, budgeting, engineering and integration service for entertainment and production facility builds and upgrades.

Specialties: Director for broadcast commercials, pay per view events, films, music videos, and television shows; Manage talent, crew, and production staff; Project management of client productions; Write copy and scripts for productions; Video editor; Digital film effects creation/compositing; assess, design, and implement technical needs; Direct and manage all projects from concept to completion. Design technical specifications for live theatre, music, film, video, digital media production and post-production facilities.

Experience Director at Cuban Chopsticks in Cali Productions January 1995 - Present

A talented writer, director, and editor, Chad's credits include "Best Mockumentary" at the New York International Short Film Festival, Honorable Mention from the Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame Film Festival, 3rd Place at the International Poetry Video Show, Honorable Mention at the New York Film and Video Festival and winner of the Writebros Excellence in Comedy award at the Action On Film Screenwriting competition. Chad's films have also screened on IFC, PBS, and various regional, national, and international television stations.

An accomplished commercial director, Chad has helmed pay-per-view sporting events, edited and directed national commercial spots, directed for KPBS, and his work can also be seen on the IFC television channel as well as on IFILM. He has directed music videos that have aired on MTV, MTV2, VH1, BET, and the . Chad is also a talented writer, his poetry and short stories having been published in national magazines.

Partner at Ronin Productions January 1997 - Present

Ronin Productions has brought together some of the most talented freelancers in the creative industry. From conception to completion, we will bring your media and production ideas to life. Ronin Productions will professionally produce your media in every imaginable format; radio, television, film, web, print – whatever your focus, we will the highest quality, original, and impactful campaign for your product.

Our media professionals include award winning filmmakers and award winning web designers; commercial television directors and producers; animation and print designers; voice over talent and actors; marketing strategist and promotion specialists - Ronin Productions has a roster of top professionals who have the experience and reputation of producing work beyond compare.

Ronin Productions not only provides a home for the creative professional, but also provides a home for all of your company’s production needs.

Technical Director at CSU San Marcos, School of Arts June 1999 - Present

The School Of Arts Technical Director is independently responsible for the full technical operation, supervision, and care of the Arts facilities for a complex and wide range of interdisciplinary programs. The SofA Technical Director is the lead staff technician and manages staffing for the technical support of classes, performances, and special events. The position proactively manages requests, researches and purchases instructional materials, including; software, computer hardware, musical equipment, video equipment, digital photography equipment, and visual arts supplies. The position serves as a technical consultant to School Of Arts faculty for assistance, research and integration of technology into the curriculum. The position is responsible for the allocation and management of the department’s lab budget; funds which are used to maintain and upgrade the technical facilities, while also providing equipment to enhance the student’s educational experience. The position serves as the primary consultant between School Of Arts faculty, campus departments, and outside contractors for technology upgrades, facility modifications, facility scheduling, technical event support staffing and safety training.

Creative Director at Agency 73 May 2013 - Present

Agency73 was founded by 3 guys with vastly different business backgrounds. We have found that by combining our experiences and specialties we are able to offer a comprehensive solution to bringing businesses to market and helping them thrive as they grow.

We have been a part of success stories in various industries ranging from entertainment marketing to health care advertising to dog treat manufacturing and Mixed Martial Arts event production.

Agency73 is confident that we can help you achieve your business goals. We can take a new idea to market, or take an existing business and refine your processes, increase profitability, brand awareness, customer loyalty and other key performance indicators.

Selected Credits

Writing Prophets (Screenplay) - 2010 Action On Film Festival Finalist/Writebros Software Excellence in Comedy - 2010 StoryPros International Screenplay Semi-Finalist - 2011 Hollywood Screenplay Contest Finalist - 2013 ScreenCraft Comedy Script Contest Semi-Finalist - 2013 The Happy Writers Contest Quarter Finalist - 2013 New York Screenplay Contest Finalist

Production Credits Mary Sunday (2008) Get Back Loretta Pacific Records Director/Editor

K-1 USA (2007) Highlight Reel News Feeds Editor

Withered Flower (2007) Mystic Nation Music Video

Dew Records/Sound Matrix Studios Assistant Director/Editor

Marconi Foundation Fight Night (2006) MMA Sporting Event No Limits Entertainment Director

Xavix (2005) Broadcast Commercial Spots – Digital Life; Xavix Baseball; Xavix Bowling; Xavix Tennis SSD Company Limited Writer/Director/Editor

IFC (2000-2001) International Pay Per View Events Warriors Challenge IX, X, XI, XII, XIII Director

Fallen Star (2001) Short Film – Screened at Edwards Theatres; Henry Fonda Theatre TBH Productions Co-Director/Co-Writer/Editor

CBS News (2000) San Diego Blood Bank Special Director

Busta Rhymes (2000) Fire – Music Video Sweet Pea Productions Assistant Director

ABC News (2000) CHP Officer Tribute Editor

Neutral Grounds (1999) Pay Per View MMA Event Director

Asphalt Jungle (1999) Short Film Winner of “Best Mockumentary” at the New York Short Film Festival Writer/Director/Editor

Freedom Train (1998) Short Film Winner at International Poetry Video Show; aired nationally on PBS

King George (1997) My Message – Music Video Wrap/No Limits Records Director/Editor