ANN RAE

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Film Production, University of Colorado Boulder

PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE

High School:• Wrote, directed, filmed, edited and acted in a trailer as part of a Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) project using iMovie.

College (CU Boulder):• Contributed to multiple short film projects including: scriptwriting, filming, editing, syncing audio in post-production with clapperboards, and presenting work for critique and feedback.• Worked on documentary-style short films: conducted interviews and shot B-roll, with full post-production editing in Premiere Pro.• Participated in hands-on production roles: operating GH4 cameras, lighting kits, and microphones.• Edited projects using Premiere Pro, Avid, and DaVinci Resolve.

Developed a comprehensive final project journal that included:• Statement of Purpose, Budget and Expense Report.• Outline, Combined Shot List (detailing shot numbers, descriptions, types, locations, and actions).• Camera reports and production write-ups.

PROSE

The Locker Exchange
Role: AuthorPublished by Wattpad Books, The Locker Exchange is a YA romance mystery about Brynn Cadence, who discovers a classmate’s body on the football field and becomes determined to uncover the truth—with the help of her locker partner, Kyler Fellan.Achievements:• Garnered over 26 million reads on Wattpad, captivating a global audience.• Acquired by Sperling & Kupfer for an Italian hardcover release.• Secured a French translation deal with Hachette France.On the Big Screen:• In development as a feature film adaptation, a collaboration between Wattpad Webtoon Studios and Leone Film Group (Italy).• Featured in Variety: Read the article here.Where to Buy: Available now on Amazon and Audible.

Safety Goggles
Role: Author• Wrote an original short story as part of Wattpad’s campaign in partnership with Amazon Freevee’s series High School.

FILM

In the Spotlight
Role: Editor / Writer• A short film about a young girl auditioning for a prestigious music program while grappling with her mother’s pragmatic expectations.• Selected for the 2021 Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival.• IMDb Page.

GAME WRITING

Steam & Shadows: Kousei
Role: Solo Game Developer & Writer• My short interactive fiction game developed in Ink, combining steampunk elements with an East Asian setting. The game delivers a narrative text-based experience.• Play here.

Celestine: One to Eleven Demo
Role: Head Writer• A fantasy romance visual novel with RPG mechanics, Celestine: One to Eleven allows players to explore a dynamic map, engage in battles, and develop romance. Originally created for the Otome and SuNoFes Game Jams 2024.• Play here.

Dyn Mawr
Role: Editor• A visual novel blending cutesy horror with dark academia aesthetics. Created for the Spooktober and Monstrous Desires Jams, it features a mix of mystery, horror, and light comedic elements.• Play here.