Joe DeVito III

High School Teacher / Film Producer

Mailing Address: 726 Route 202 South, Suite #320-328, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

E-mail: joe@devitoart.com • Phone: (908) 256-6974

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Immaculata High School (2005–Present) Somerville, NJ

Visual Arts Teacher

– Classes include grades 10-12 in Art Fundamentals, Computer Graphics, Digital Photography, Digital Filmmaking, and Art Portfolio Development

– Maintain a continuous atmosphere of positive creative energy and learning through experiential and participative lesson plans based on the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards that pique student interest and keep the learning experience relevant

– Guide future career artists in the design, execution, and presentation of portfolios for admission to college, specific to each prospective undergraduate institution

– Offer students one-on-one guidance to acquire scholarships in the visual arts, resulting in the successful granting of funds exceeding $400,000 in the past four years

– Director and founder of the Film Club, Animation Club, and Art Club after-school programs for grades 9-12

– Creator of a progressive computer art program with industry-standard equipment

– Founder of daily video-broadcasted announcements by students to entire school

– Coordinator of annual Festival of the Arts to showcase student artwork

Assistant Director of Student Affairs (2005–2007)

– Disciplinary assistant to the Vice Principal

– Consistently involved in student activities before and after school hours

– Managed faculty, staff, and entire student body in all lunch periods

– Key member of Crisis Management committee and matters of school security

– Safeguarded 200+ students in the cafeteria during a real lockdown on April 2, 2007

Percussion Instructor (2003–2004) Somerville, NJ

Drum Teacher (self-employed)

– Enhanced the performance of students at various skill levels by stressing that success would be achieved through practice, repetition, and evaluating relevant music

– Modeled methods for students to record their progress in a daily “music journal”

– Participated in educational drummer events with students such as the International Modern Drummer Festival, sponsored by Modern Drummer Magazine

Church of the Holy Trinity (1997–1998) Bridgewater, NJ

Religious Education Teacher

– Instructed fifth grade students in daily bible studies

– Modeled moral values through individual and group activities

– Taught these courses at night while a senior in high school

MOTION PICTURE EXPERIENCE

New Jersey Pictures, LLC (2008–Present) Mendham, NJ

Producer / Editor

– Produced the short subject documentary film “We Love You” with three-time Academy-Award® Nominee Steve Kalafer, and director Jonathan Kalafer

– Offer essential creative and logistical insight during editing and post-production process

– Oversee creation and design of web site, promotional materials, and press kit

– Managing representative for festivals, screenings, and distribution process

Mariano Films, LLC (2007–Present) Bridgewater, NJ

Owner / Producer

– Oversee entire company in all matters, creative and financial

– Seek out and produce a variety of projects in various genres and styles

– Writer, director, and actor in original narrative films

Mysto Surf Company (2006–Present) Warren, NJ

Illustrator

– Primary artist for t-shirt designs and original creative content

Frantic Femme Photography (2005–2009) Bridgewater, NJ

Producer / Director

– Orchestrated and managed ongoing short film vodcast documentary series

Forward Features, LLC (2005–2007) Somerville, NJ

Co-Owner / Producer

– Managing partner, responsible for every aspect of the company and its business

– Provided video production and editing services for worldwide corporate clients including ICI, National Starch, Fox Searchlight, Warner Brothers, HBO, and Nickelodeon

– Produced and distributed original short-subject films and music videos

Nailed, LP (2004–2005) New York, NY

Assistant to the Producers (for the major motion picture “Brooklyn Rules”)

– Key liaison between studio executives and set operations

– Managed transportation arrangements for producers

– Produced behind-the-scenes documentary video for DVD special features

Cataland Films (2003–2004) New York, NY

Head of Development

– Involved in all aspects of managing an independent film production company

– Prepared written coverage and analysis of screenplay submissions

– Accompanied producers to post-production meetings and ADR sessions

Witchdoctor Recording (2003–2004) Salem, MA

Music Video Director

– Wrote and directed the music video “You Were My Heart” for singer Bryan Lamontagne

GRAPHIC ARTS EXPERIENCE

Bullet Space Gallery (2002–2003) New York, NY – Website Designer

A Gathering of the Tribes, Inc. (2002–2003) New York, NY – Graphic Designer

E&I Printing (2002) New York, NY – Website Designer

Random House, Inc. (2002) New York, NY – Graphic Artist

Elf Multimedia, LLC (2001) Somerville, NJ – Graphic Designer / Animator

Alchemy Consulting & Design (2001) Somerville, NJ – Graphic Designer

EDUCATION

Raritan Valley Community College (2007–2008) North Branch, NJ

NPTNJ Program: Teaching Certification for K-12 in the Visual Arts

School of Visual Arts (1998–2002) New York, NY

Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree / Major: Graphic Design

AWARDS

Wildwood By The Sea Film Festival (09/2008)

Official Selection: “Handicapped” (short film, comedy)

Tribeca Film Festival (04/2005)

Official Selection: “Humanoid” (short film, comedy)

PRESS

Courier News (06/2008)

“Teacher Inspires Student Filmmakers”

Courier News (06/2007)

“Mariano Films LLC” by Bob Baker

Exit Weekly Magazine (06/2006)

“We Oughtta Be In Pictures” by Lani Buess

The Somerset Reporter (09/2005)

“County Is Backdrop For Area Filmmakers” by Allison Gualtieri

ART EXHIBITS

School of Visual Arts (11/2002)

Illustrations featured on exhibit in Brazil, South America by designer Richard Wilde

Tribes Gallery in New York City (08/2002)

Illustrations and Works on Paper exhibition, reviewed by The New York Times

Art Director's Club of New York City (04/2002)

Music Video Tech Chamber featured on exhibit, reviewed by MTV Networks

OTHER CREDENTIALS & EXPERIENCE

NAEA: National Art Education Association (2007–Present) Reston, VA

Member (www.naea-reston.org)

Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers (2006–2007)

Nominated for inclusion in the eleventh edition

National Catholic Risk Retention Group (2005) Clinton, NJ

Protecting God’s Children Program (courses for recognizing and handling abuse)

Andrew Castrucci (world renowned artist) (2002–2003) New York, NY

Apprentice to the Artist – learned techniques and styles of urban art.

AIGA: American Institute for the Graphic Arts (2000–2004) New York, NY

Member (www.aiga.org)

Institute of Audio Research (1997) New York, NY

Musician – performed, recorded, and produced original music