ANDREW LUNA
Austin,TX
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for event coordination, customer service and live music. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my administrative skills and industry knowledge to not only to grow as a professional, but to also contribute to the success of a impactful organization.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Liaison [Contract]
Austin Film Society
Austin, TX
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for Austin Film Society's founder & Artistic Director, Richard Linklater, as part of Toast to Texas Film Gala.
- Provided personalized assistance to Richard Linklater and company, addressing their needs and preferences throughout the event, from transportation arrangements to on-site accommodations.
- Facilitated communication between talent, event organizers, and production teams; ensuring all parties were well-informed and prepared for their roles in the ceremony.
- Managed VIP areas and green room, maintained a comfortable and welcoming environment for talent including refreshments, amenities, and any special requests.
Audience Assistant [Contract]
2024 CMT Music Awards
Austin, Texas
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Production crew tasked with overseeing registration, assisting production team, and managing audience control for 2024 CMT Music Awards show
- Implemented crowd management strategies to enhance the audience experience during live performances, award presentations, and commercial breaks.
- Provide excellent customer service to attendees, addressing inquiries, assisting with directions, and ensuring a positive/comfortable experience for all.
- Manage crowd flow and assist with crowd control measures to maintain a smooth and orderly environment.
- Collaborate with production team to execute audience engagement activities, including facilitating interactive segments and encouraging audience participation as directed.
Event Consultant [Contract]
Austin Film Society
Austin, TX
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed transport of actors to and from 4-day Artist Intensive program, effectively communicating with all to ensure timely arrival to table reads.
- Supervised Creative Careers volunteers on-site, delegating tasks and communicating daily run-of-show.
- Maintained effective, internal communication with AFS staff to address any logistical needs.
- Assisted Marketing & Communications team with closing Development Brunch, general event support.
- Effectively executed event breakdown while adhering to host's requests.
Event Consultant [Contract]
Austin Film Society
Austin, TX
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Successfully coordinated and co-managed four-day Doc Intensive workshop, overseeing all aspects of event coordination and logistics.
- Addressed individual needs and inquiries of all participants, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction.
- Utilized technical knowledge to run all aspects of technology (lighting, presentations, and other audiovisual requirements) throughout entirety of Doc Intensive.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Delegated tasks to volunteers and interns for efficient workflow.
Filmmaker Support Program Administrator [Contract]
Austin Film Society
Austin, TX
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Main point of contact for Filmmaker Support department, ensuring effective communication and addressing all needs and inquiries of filmmakers.
- Successfully managed diverse slate of Filmmaker Support programs, including grants, fiscal sponsorship, Works-in-Progress, ShortCase, etc.
- Assisted Senior Director of Programs with administrative duties, scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and managing correspondence.
- Collaborated closely with Marketing & Communications department to promote, coordinate, and execute Filmmaker Support programs/events.
- Assisted with department accounting tasks, including expense tracking and financial reporting.
Filmmaker Support Intern
Austin Film Society
Austin, TX
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Recorded and organized feedback from final round panelists as part of the 2022 AFS Grant for Feature Films.
- Played crucial role in the re-launch and update of promotional materials for "Works-in-Progress" program.
- Assisted in marketing and outreach efforts for Harrison McClure Endowed Film Fund for Undergraduates.
- Co-organized online info-sessions for AFS grants, successfully moderated Q&A sessions.
- Strengthened networking and collaboration skills through active engagement with industry professionals.
Education
Bachelor of General Studies -
Texas State University
12.2020
Skills
- Asana
- Salesforce
- Google Suite & Microsoft Office
- Administrative skills
- Executive support
- Event coordination
- Strong verbal & written communication
- Database & file management
- Detail-oriented & highly organized
- Excellent customer service
Affiliations
- Production Assistant for multitude of film productions
- Application Screener for AFS Creative Careers Spring 2024 cycle
- Freelance musician
- Wrote, produced, directed, edited and acted in my own short film production
- Volunteer at Hays County Food Bank (2020-2021)
Timeline
Talent Liaison [Contract]
Austin Film Society
05.2024 - 05.2024
Audience Assistant [Contract]
2024 CMT Music Awards
04.2024 - 04.2024
Event Consultant [Contract]
Austin Film Society
11.2023 - 11.2023
Event Consultant [Contract]
Austin Film Society
05.2023 - 05.2023
Filmmaker Support Program Administrator [Contract]
Austin Film Society
11.2022 - 04.2023
Filmmaker Support Intern
Austin Film Society
05.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of General Studies -
Texas State University
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