Bio
Madeline Curless (She/Her)
As a student in the Honors Program at DePaul University, I am studying Film and Television with a minor in Advertising through both in-class and hands-on, immersive experiences. I have had experience on-set in various roles, but I especially excel in post-production supervision and editing, which were my internship roles at both American High (2023) and Cinema Sounds and Secrets Podcast (2024).
Over the last four years, I have developed a passion for children's media and television, especially working with puppets and puppeteering. As a Children's Media Association member, I have had the great opportunity to attend workshops developed by industry professionals and grow my knowledge of early childhood development.
Beyond film and photography, I enjoy exploring Chicago, making music, and cooking. My passion for artistry infuses everything I do and drives my work.
EDUCATION
2017-2021
Powers Catholic High School - Flint, MI
High School Diploma
2021-2025
Graduated Summa Cum Laude, Member of the National Honor Society, Student Government Social Media Secretary, Varsity volleyball Captain,
National Art Honor Society Member
DePaul University - Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Arts
AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS
Dean’s List - DePaul University
Fall quarter 2021 through Spring quarter 2024
Honors Program Research Presenter
Presidential Scholarship DePaul University
Holy Family Catholic School Alumni Scholarship, 2021
Majoring in Film and Television with a minor in Advertising Creative in the Honors Program in the College of Computing and Digital Media. Vice President of Photography Club, member of Children’s Media Association.
filmography
I’m Just a girl
"I'm Just a Girl" follows student blogger Anna Gerstenberger as she brings her creative passions to life, weaving whimsical memories of girlhood into a vibrant tapestry of self-expression.
Credits: Writer and Director
BOMB! A DEFUSICAL
Three roommates receive a mysterious, unmarked package filled with suspicious materials, sparking a series of hilarious and over-the-top attempts to neutralize the potential threat.
Credits: Actor, Production Design, and Lighting
Rabbit (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
Music video for Minneapolis-based soft grunge group, Creeping Charlie, led by singer/songwriter Julia Eubanks.
Credits: Editor
Autoliner: the music we lost to the void
Chicago-based three-piece band "Autoliner" reunites to tell the story of their quick rise and subsequent fall in the late '90s.
Credits: Producer, Director, and Editor
FLAVAIR BY GUCCI
In this tongue-in-cheek infomercial, the genius behind “Flavair” recounts her quest to conquer the bottled air industry.
Credits: Solo production, everything but acting
PHOTOGRAPHY
The Girl With A Penchant For Yellow (Official Music Video)
The Official Music Video for "The Girl With A Penchant For Yellow" from the debut album from CROSSWORD SMILES, "Pressed & Ironed".
Credits: Solo production, everything but acting and music
EDITORIAL
CLASSIC
CONCERT