I’m Lukas Shen, a freshman in high school attending the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA) in the Cinematic Arts department. This page will help you understand what I have done and what I can do in the future.
Production During my Short Film “Teacher of The Year” 
Creating a Fire Visual Effect (VFX) 
Filming Matilda Live (Theatrical Performance)
Achievements
Throughout my career, I have participated in numerous photography and video contests and acted in short films that have received recognition. Below is a list of my awards and achievements.
2021 – 2nd Place Nationwide in Photography – National PTSA Reflections Art Contest
2020 – 1st Place in the district for Photography – PTSA Reflections Art Contest
2020 – Arcadia Educational Foundation (AEF) video contest winner
2021 – Arcadia Educational Foundation (AEF) journalism video contest winner
2014 – Starred in an OCSA Student Short Film Called “Change of Plans“ That won Best Acting at The Surf City Student Film Festival in Huntington Beach
Experience
In the realm of film and photography, I have gained extensive experience in a diverse range of situations and scenarios. Some of my past endeavors include:
- 2022 – Filmed Matilda live theatrical performance for Centre Stage
- 2018-2020 – Filmed and live-switched various live performances at Highland Oaks Elementary
- 2021 – Started Foothills Middle School Broadcast Club with a friend
- 2017 – Was part of the inaugural Hawks Highlights Broadcast team at Highland Oaks Elementary school
- 2019 – Starred in a Music Video Created by Indie Band Ginger Root called “Weather”
- 2020 – Starred in A Music Video Created by Indie Band Ginger Root called “B4”
Skills and Education
Over the years, I have attended several summer camps and classes to enhance my abilities in video and photography. Below is a compilation of the classes I have enrolled in, along with the skills I have acquired.
- 2017 – Stop motion class at Armory Center of the Arts, Pasadena
- 2018 – Photography class at Armory Center of the Arts, Pasadena
- 2019 – Photography class at Art Center College of Design, Pasadena
- 2021 – Film class at Art Center College of Design, Pasadena
- 2022 – Summer Film Camp – Theatrical Education Group, La Canada
Skills
- VFX (Visual Effects) Self-taught
- Guitar (Partly Self-taught)
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Photoshop (partly)
Projects
Although I have only created two short films, I believe they showcase my filmmaking skills and abilities. Below are the titles and link to one of the films.
- The Gemini Stone (5 minutes, 2020)
Director, writer, editor, cinematographer
- Teacher of The Year (7 minutes, 2022)
Director, writer, editor, co-cinematographer