Shayla Tonge
Communications & Social Media Manager
Orange | United States
Skills
No information
Interests
Photography
Cinematography
Social justice
Environmentalism
Underwater videography
In my own words
— ShaylaA creative, outdoor enthusiast, and social justice advocate, I thrive at the intersection of storytelling, adventure, and inclusion.
I'm a cinematographer, photographer, and well versed in editing and social media marketing. Being behind a camera, especially while outside or in the water is where you are likely to find me.
I am looking to find work in the surf and outdoor adventure industries. Check out my work at shaylajoyimages.com
Trajectory
Jan 2021 — Now
Communications Coordinator · Fristers
Create and manage communications strategy to reach underserved young parents and their children as well as donors. Design social media content to advertise programming and resources, communicate with donors, and act as photographer and videographer to create meaningful content that tells the story of the non-profit.
Nov 2020 — Now
Communications & Social Media Manager · The Little Red Schoolhouse
Working to connect families and their kids to enriching homeschool resources by running all communications and social media platforms. Designing lessons in InDesign, crafting monthly Newsletters, updating website content, posting to socials, and engaging with followers.
May 2020 — Oct 2020
Film and Media Specialist · Fristers
Consulted and designed innovative video content to provide resources and early childhood educational curriculum for underserved young parents and their children. Created educational video content for online Preschool learning. Edited photos and videos and develop messaging to grow a donor support base.
Jun 2020 — Aug 2020
Freelance Videographer & Video Editor · Mosaic Global Transportation
Filmed coverage of all facets of Transportation Company. Directed talent and conducted Interviews. Edited and color corrected Company Video and COVID Precaution Video.
Jan 2019 — May 2019
Film Production Intern · Kiss the Ground
Filmed and lit Green New Deal video in LA YouTube Space. Re-edited educational short films to fit new branding and generated new video ideas and project plans. Filmed educational course promo and weekly broadcasted courses.
Nov 2018 — Nov 2019
Cinematographer · Chapman University Student Films
Director of Photography
Collaborated with director to create the look and feel of the film and bring the story to life. Created shot lists, storyboards, and color palettes during pre production. Managed 3-7 Grips and Electrics to execute lighting design and communicated with other department heads.
Nov 2017 — Mar 2018
Travel Documentary Filmmaker · Empowering Lives International: Kenya
Filmed and conducted interviews with Staff & Alumni from Children's home in Eldoret, Kenya. Cinematographer for mini scenes at the Ukweli Vocational Training Center. Edited short videos to convey vision and impact of the organization.
Activity
Education history
Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
B.F.A. | 2016 - 2020
Chapman University's Wilkinson College of Social Sciences
BA | 2016 - 2020
