Ruth Aimee Franco

I'm Ruth, a passionate film production enthusiast dedicated to bringing the magic of storytelling to life through the lens of a camera.

With a background in film and a deep love for the art of visual storytelling, I have honed my skills in all aspects of film production. From pre-production planning to directing, cinematography, and post-production editing, I immerse myself in every step of the filmmaking process to create captivating and thought-provoking content.

I'm constantly exploring new techniques, experimenting with different visual styles, and pushing creative boundaries to deliver content that captivates and inspires my audience. I'm a firm believer in collaboration, and I love working with talented individuals who share the same passion for filmmaking.

Beyond the camera, I'm a lifelong learner, always seeking to improve my craft and stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies. I also enjoy exploring different genres and themes in my films, as each project presents a unique opportunity for storytelling and artistic expression.

Film Production Assistant                                                                                                       

Turn Off the Dark, Phoenix, AZ                                                                                                                         January 2023 –April 2023         

• Collaborated with the Director, Producer, and Actors to ensure character wardrobe and location set design requirements were met and up to date with current trends.
• Developed budgets and expected timelines on the progress of the film while reviewing footage to ensure that all projects were consistent and completed within budget and a timely manner, resulting in a 20% reduction of reshoots.
• Performed color correction, presented design specifications, and executed other duties with efficiency and professionalism.

Personal Assistant / Family Assistant                                                                                                                              

Jennifer Cook, Tucson, AZ                                                                                                          August 2020 – August 2022         

• Coordinated meetings, events, and updated multiple calendars with 100% accuracy by planning and scheduling client relations events including golf and tennis resort weekends. 
• Organized and managed information via phone, email, Google Drive, and Microsoft Office.
• Sourced and secured cost-effective travel arrangements, reducing travel expenditures by 15%.

Office Administrative Assistant

Divine Flavor, Nogales, AZ                                                                                                                           May 2019 – July 2020

• Provided optimal assistance to the General Manager and handles a variety of tasks such as inventory count with different logistics teams.
• Expanded and introduced a professional environment while answering approximately 100 calls daily to collect information and identify customer needs and resolved customer disputes for major companies such as Costco and Albertson.
• Collected and analyzed sales data for prospective customers, competitors, and marketing channels using Microsoft Excel.

Alpha Epsilon Phi                                                                                                                                                         

VP Philanthropy

August 2019 - January 2022            

• Led the social committee with creating activities such as The Phi Fair and Pie a Phi and Phi Hoops tournament we host every year to help raise money for our philanthropies such as Sharsheret and the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.
• Recruited other fraternities and sororities at the U of A to help participate in community service events, resulting in great relationships and connections with them by being invited to their philanthropy events and having the opportunity to ask for help or favors when needed.

VP Programing                                                                                                                                        August 2019 - July 2022

• Managed & designed all social media accounts for Alpha Epsilon Phi with goal of attracting new recruits by depicting our sorority's main attributes through images and videos designed to tell the story of our commitment to philanthropy and creating lifelong friendships. 
• Increased social media viewership by 68%, which lead to an increase in sorority member recruitment by 77%.
• Customized Bid-Day, Spring Fling, and Homecoming shirts and logos while also developing an aesthetic for these events.

Social Media Handle: @aephiarizona

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY, 2022 - PRESENT  

In Progress: BA Film and Digital Arts       

Expected graduation date 2024 

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, 2019-2022    

Completed 57 credits towards a BA in Screenwriting