Jef Gums

Born in Washington,D.C. in June 1971 Jef is fortunate to have had many opportunities, across the broad spectrum of the Production world. While pursuing his lifetime enchantment Jef has had innumerable opportunities to work in front, behind and with the camera. As well as all phases of Production.. Jef spent over 8 years as a firefighter & Medic in Va. & Pa.. While with the Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department, Jef was part of the Fire/Rescue boat crew & an instructor at the Fire & Rescue Academy. Originally focused on the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, hoping to study practical Special F/X under Tom Savini Jef felt the Institute did not offer a challenging enough curriculum at the time. Graduating from Pitt with a Bachelor of Arts degree in the study of Film, Television & Radio, minoring in Criminology. After graduating Jef worked on various projects in various roles. Including Special F/X tech on "The Pelican Brief", a Medic on projects like "Op-Center". As a cook at a D.C. biker bar, weapons specialist on "7 Days", a bartender, Props/weapons on "Forrest Gump". Professional fire dancer, security attaché & a"Rock'n'Roll" Rigger. Deciding to further his education he headed back to school. Jef earned two additional degrees from Full Sail University. First, Film, being awarded every possible honor & award upon graduating, including each individual Course Director's award & the singular Advanced Achievement Award. He was also in a three way tie for Validictorian. While perusing this degree Jef's screenplays were chosen twice to be Produced & he to Direct. Jef lives with his Wolf & continues to work in many facets of Production. Usually related to Stunt / Action / Safety Coordination and performance.