ADRIANA FERNANDEZ
Sherman Oaks,CA
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Jury Member, Best of NewFilmmakers Los Angeles Awards
NEWFILMMAKERS LA
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Served as a jury member for Best Short Film, Drama category, evaluating entries based on established criteria
- Rated films on a scale of 1-10 across various criteria such as storytelling, cinematography, acting, directing, and overall impact
- Contributed insights and analysis to discussions to ensure fair and informed decisions
- Participated in deliberations with fellow jury members to select winners based on merit and artistic quality
- Demonstrated expertise in film analysis and an understanding of narrative structure, visual storytelling, and technical aspects of filmmaking
- Collaborated with filmmakers, industry professionals, and festival organizers to enhance the overall experience for participants and attendees
- Provided feedback and mentoring to emerging filmmakers as part of the festival's educational initiatives.
Executive (Film)
BAD ROBOT
12.2018 - 09.2023
- Spearheaded talent acquisition for the latest installment of the CLOVERFIELD franchise (Paramount) and the adaptation of the popular Japanese anime YOUR NAME (Paramount)
- This included leading writer and director searches, providing extensive creative notes, actively participating in creative meetings, and collaborating closely with directors Babak Anvari and Carlos López Estrada on studio presentations and concept art development
- Played a pivotal role in the inception and creation of DC’s Justice League Dark live action and animated film franchise by developing and contributing to the comprehensive “ten-year production and development” plan of the franchise
- Notably, this involved the strategic hiring of Emerald Fennell on DC’s ZATANNA, and close-collaboration with top-tier executives at Warner Brothers and DC to shape the cinematic universe
- Additionally generated 10+ character research binders, pitch decks, formulated synopses on over 100 issues of DC Comics and evaluated potential characters in the DC universe
- Served as a liaison between agents, managers, and executives for samples, submissions, pitches, OWA’s and ODA’s
- Curated and maintained extensive writer, director, and talent lists for major productions including INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS (Warner Brothers), and Mattel’s HOT WHEELS (Warner Brothers)
- Facilitated in-depth research for fact-based projects like THE PINKERTON (Warner Brothers, to be directed by Jason Bateman) by pro-actively tracking books pre-publishing and creating chapter breakdowns to inform the team’s decision-making process
- Evaluated and accepted film submissions, writer samples, filmmaker reels, and available IP for distribution opportunities
- Expedited departmental workflow by developing and implementing new organizational systems like writer/director databases on Airtable, and script breakdowns on Miro
- Provided comprehensive coverage of top-tier film festivals including Sundance to scout emerging talent, flag available projects, and closely monitor competitive development.
Assistant to Lindsey Weber – Head of Film
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Tracked and brought in two projects that were optioned by Paramount: THROUGH THE FLASH by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah and A HOPE MORE POWERFUL THAN THE SEA by Melissa Fleming, with Steven Spielberg producing
- During physical production on THE CLOVERFIELD PARADOX and OVERLORD, served as an on-set liaison between Paramount, the Production Office, and the Production Crew and maintained a close working relationship with directors Julius Avery and Julius Onah throughout
- Organized comprehensive cost reports and budgets and contributed valuable feedback on both dailies and script changes during production on MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT
- Provided critical feedback on VFX reviews, gave cut and trailer notes, acted as point person for the director and cast during ADR, and ideated on marketing materials for multiple press junkets during post-production on THE CLOVERFIELD PARADOX and OVERLORD.
Executive Assistant to VP, Talent Development & Programming & Director, HBO Films
HBO
12.2014 - 08.2016
- Spearheaded recruitment of diverse writers and production staff members on GAME OF THRONES and SILICON VALLEY, and compiled comprehensive research on diversity metrics within HBO, bolstering the organization’s commitment to inclusivity
- Orchestrated comprehensive research on the Emmy Award-winning film CONFIRMATION by thoroughly vetting every project draft and acting as the liaison between HBO and members of the government portrayed on screen such as then Vice President Joe Biden, Anita Hill, and Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas
- Delivered sharp, influential creative notes on new drafts for the Emmy Award-winning films ALL THE WAY and CONFIRMATION
- Worked alongside the President of Media Relations at the HBO Emmy and Golden Globe parties
- Coordinated with photographers from major media outlets to secure valuable photos of top HBO talent
- Curated and meticulously reviewed submissions to HBO’s Writer and Director Programs, including HBO Access, oversaw interviews, and seamlessly coordinated meetings between HBO executives and program winners.
Education
Extension Program - The Art of Line Producing & Legal Primer for Entertainment
University of California, Los Angeles
01.2023
BA - Cinematic Arts, Critical Studies
University of Southern California, School of Cinematic Arts
01.2014
Skills
- Language: English (Native), Spanish (Fluent), French (Limited Proficiency)
- Technical: Final Draft, PIX, Scenechronize, Airtable, Miro, Microsoft Office, PC and Mac Platforms, Avid Media Composer, Movie Magic Budgeting, Movie Magic Scheduling
- Affiliations: Women in Film; Latina Squad; Young Entertainment Activists
Timeline
Jury Member, Best of NewFilmmakers Los Angeles Awards
NEWFILMMAKERS LA
04.2024 - 05.2024
Executive (Film)
BAD ROBOT
12.2018 - 09.2023
Assistant to Lindsey Weber – Head of Film
08.2016 - 12.2018
Executive Assistant to VP, Talent Development & Programming & Director, HBO Films
HBO
12.2014 - 08.2016
Extension Program - The Art of Line Producing & Legal Primer for Entertainment
University of California, Los Angeles
BA - Cinematic Arts, Critical Studies
University of Southern California, School of Cinematic Arts