Producers Assistant/Production Assistant (Sydney, Australia)

I am a recent graduated student with a great work ethic and big dreams.

I have found myself increasingly interested in the producing and promotional/marketing side of the entertainment industry as my career and learning progressed and recognize this element as both my dominant passion and talent. My practical knowledge and experience gained prior and during University would be well suited to the responsibilities at which a task like this would ask of me. If given the opportunity, I am very confident that my abilities as both a creative and a professional would be a valuable asset to your company.

Profoundly talented, energetic and resourceful assistant with over seven years experience in assisting directors and producers in all stages of production process (from pre-production through to post-production transmission), helping to ensure production runs smoothly.

Key Skills:
• Proficient with assorted Microsoft and Macintosh applications including Excel, Word, and Final Draft.
• Editing using both Final Cut Studio and Adobe Premier soft ware.
• Camera operation on both Mini DV and DSLR formats.
• Casting, scheduling, permit research and creating/altering call sheets, sides and breakdowns.
• Consistent ability to meet deadlines and prioritize under pressure while maintaining consistently high standards.
• Proactive and determined approach to all projects and challenges. Exceptionally dependable with a proven ability to be punctual.
• Adept problem-solver.
• Work directly with the producer, director and production team.
• Liaise with writers, artists' agents, members of the public, and publicity staff; co-coordinating and communicating production resources and facility arrangements in tandem with the production managers.
• Attend and co-ordinate planning meetings.
• Oversee the timing during a shoot or show.
• Ensure continuity, both on location and in the studio.
• Produce timing schedules, shot lists and logs for post-production.
• Liaise with the camera and sound crew during shoots.
• Book artists and performers.
• Organize the production and distribution of scripts.
• Manage contracts with external organizations.

Professional Experience:

FLYING FISH STUDIOS, Auckland New Zealand 2003-2010
http://www.flyingfish.co.nz/
Directors Assistant
Apprenticed with director James Barr for more than 7 years which facilitated my in-depth knowledge of digital filmmaking and appropriate set etiquette. Developed a thorough knowledge of the requirement to work as an office, set and director’s assistant, as well as, casting and marketing. This experience provided a strong background in understanding the structure of commercials and short films and the required level of dedication and perseverance needed to precisely meet deadlines.
Worked on a variety of projects including numerous music videos (Savage and 3 The Hard Way), New Zealand Film Commission shorts including The Medal and Safe as Hell, and commercials for KFC, Lasso.com and Demon

SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2008-2009
Production Supervisor – film department
Selected in my freshman year of college as a result of my technical knowledge, creative ability and experience with Final Cut Pro, in addition my aptitude in managing professional relationships with a variety of clients. Responsibilities included:
• SFC TV - creative development of student projects for SFC TV.
• RiffRaff New Media - 1st AD on film and commercial projects
• Warehouse 21 – liaised with creative director in crating promotional video. Ran 1st Camera and edited 4 PSA’s
• NM Energy Conservation – location scout, 1st camera, permit acquisition.
• Tutoring students on the technical aspects of editing as well as advising them on their final products.
• Meeting with clients to asses their promotional campaign needs which I then organized and produced into highly customizable commercial products.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Creative Media, New Mexico State University. SPECIALIZATION: Digital Filmmaking.
Associates Degree in Applied Science, Santa Fe Community College SPECIALIZATION: Media Arts.
REFERENCES: Available upon request.

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