Jean Brister

▪ Founded and operate an instructor-led creative digital learning program serving K–12 students, homeschool families, and adult learners in Roswell, NM and nationally online. ▪ Deliver live, small-group instruction (3–10 learners) across 9 creative digital subjects: film & video production, digital photography, video editing, animation, podcast/audio production, graphic design, digital storytelling, Roblox game design & Lua scripting, and 2D/lite 3D mod creation. ▪ Offer four delivery models: in-person community groups, live online group cohorts, private 1-on-1 online sessions, and self-paced digital learning modules. ▪ Developed and produced the Frame & Focus Summer Creative Camp (July 2026) — four themed week-long day camps, multi-week sessions, and Saturday drop-in workshops for all ages. ▪ Curated self-paced module curriculum across all 9 subject areas; deployed via online learning platform with optional live instructor check-in. ▪ Partnered with Roswell Public Library and community organizations as venue hosts for free starter workshops, expanding community access to creative digital education.

▪ Developed a compelling curriculum for Film Crew and Audio students; promoted an open and interactive classroom environment for enhanced learning. ▪ Introduced key film theory concepts including auteur theory, genre studies, and basic semiotics with historical references to deepen student understanding. ▪ Facilitated group discussions and critiques on individual and group projects throughout the semester to foster understanding and creative growth. ▪ Mentored aspiring filmmakers in scriptwriting, editing, and visual storytelling. ▪ Managed film equipment inventory, ensuring availability and eliminating potential delays in production.

▪ Coordinated and produced the ENMU-Roswell 2026 Student Film Showcase — a public screening event celebrating the work of Film Crew 1 & Film Crew 2 students from the Film Technology program. ▪ Mentored Film Crew 1 & 2 students through the full post-production process — editing, color grading, audio mixing, and title design — in preparation for public screening. ▪ Curated the screening program of student-produced short films and projects representing the semester's work across both Film Crew cohorts. ▪ Coordinated venue, AV equipment, screening logistics, printed programs, and audience invitations for the showcase event.

▪ Instructed 150+ students in professional-grade software and hardware: Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and DaVinci Resolve. ▪ Mentored students in bridging the digital divide and preparing them for advanced technical education and career development. ▪ Provided technical support and creative feedback for student projects, ensuring adherence to deadlines and high production standards.

▪ Developed and executed a stimulating film production curriculum for high school students that nurtured creativity and fostered critical thinking within a diverse classroom environment. ▪ Crafted dynamic lesson plans delivering captivating film production content in an interactive learning environment. ▪ Cultivated a positive, inclusive environment encouraging active participation among high school participants.

▪ Spearheaded a multidisciplinary digital media arts curriculum (photography, film, animation, graphic design) increasing student engagement and critical thinking across diverse classroom settings. ▪ Improved learning outcomes for students of varying abilities by designing personalized lesson plans tailoring technical instruction to individual artistic strengths. ▪ Accelerated artistic growth through a rigorous assessment and feedback loop, resulting in high-quality portfolio-ready digital projects.

▪ Delivered 30+ weekly hands-on digital photography and video production sessions for campers aged 5–16, managing up to six rotation groups daily. ▪ Empowered campers to independently use professional-grade creative software (GIMP, iMovie, GarageBand) to produce stylized digital media and original audio compositions. ▪ Partnered with clinical staff to integrate the Art of Friendship Social Skills Program into digital media activities, contributing to improved social-emotional development. ▪ Maintained 100% equipment availability and a zero-incident safety record through proactive supply management and behavior reward systems.

▪ Designed and executed a comprehensive K–12 digital arts program increasing technical proficiency across graphic design, HTML web design, animation, and video production. ▪ Led specialized student production teams (Video, Graphic Illustration, Flash Animation) to complete professional-grade projects showcased to the school community. ▪ Developed and instructed an Adult Computer Class series, training community members in Microsoft Office Suite and fundamental Computer Science.

▪ Engineered a seamless digitization pipeline transitioning physical film reels to online-ready assets for global clients. ▪ Managed the technical lifecycle of diverse media assets ensuring long-term integrity of a professional digital video library.

▪ Empowered school-age campers to develop and launch original 2D computer games and professional websites through expert technical mentorship. ▪ Facilitated intensive weekly training in industry-standard tools (Adobe Photoshop CS3, Dreamweaver, Multimedia Fusion). ▪ Earned consistent 'First rate' testimonials from parents and students; recognized with Staff Appreciation awards for performance excellence. ▪ Selected to contribute to curriculum development for the 2009 season based on demonstrated expertise in Graphic Design and Photography.