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A scene of four people sitting around a table in a cozy library or study, with shelves of books behind them. One man in a suit is smiling at two others, a woman and a man, who are sitting opposite him.
A person with glasses and a beard looks shocked or scared as they crouch behind a table on a stage, illuminated by a spotlight.
Two men working at a computer station, one is wearing glasses and a white cap, the other has brown hair and is wearing a white jacket. There is a sign in the background that says 'Hand Sanitizer Station'.
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About me

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Hi, I’m Joshua Raymond Rielo,

Growing up in Tampa as a first-generation child to Cuban immigrant parents has shaped my artistic pursuits. At 5 years old, I found myself consistently drawing and creating, and as I progressed into middle school, my interests expanded into video creation, writing, but most importantly, editing and directing.

I honed my skills at home, self-learning on my family PC since 6th grade, making animatics for almost any school project. But, High school marked a pivotal moment as I broadened my knowledge and began producing short films and comedic videos. I earned awards such as the Silver Key for the Scholastic Award for Art and Writing, along with securing podium spots in FSPA Districts. I later achieved certification in Adobe Premiere Pro from 2019 to 2021 further solidifying my foundation of editing and understanding the software as a whole. I seized opportunities to gain practical experience by filming for Jobsite Theater using a Canon MKII C200 camera rig and filming my first advertisement with a local shop.

I then got accepted into Ringling College of Art and Design, where I made 4 short films and seven short film screenplays over the course of the four-year film program. During this program, I’ve taken on various pre and post-production roles such as director, producer, cinematographer, 1st & 2nd AC, production designer, assistant director, gaffer, grip, storyboard artist, sound designer, and my special sauce video editing.

Through my unrelenting dedication to my craft and profound storytelling abilities, I am hopeful to make an impact on the world of film.

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