Andrew Suarez
Summary
Energetic Grip bringing 4 years of entertainment industry success. Experienced with handling and setting up equipment for film and television productions. Utilizes effective communication and coordination to ensure smooth operations on set. Industrious and enthusiastic with passion for learning new skills while applying strong background of industry knowledge.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
03.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Gave high quality dining service to elite level guests such as athletes, artists, and actors.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Grip
Love Is Blind - Short Film
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed inventory of grip equipment, ensuring availability of necessary tools for each shoot day.
- Maximized scene impact with precision placement of flags, nets, silks or other light modifiers when required.
- Built and maintained camera rigs and equipment to align with filming needs.
- Enhanced on-set efficiency by maintaining and organizing grip equipment for timely accessibility.
Key Grip
Wishing Well - Music Video
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Attended meetings with location scouts and collaborated with director of photography to determine filming logistics.
- Collaborated with gaffers to assign appropriate lighting positions and rigging options for camera usage.
- Strategized with electrical and camera department leaders to confirm setup for lighting and camera configurations.
Key Grip
You'll Never Make It - CSUN TV Thesis
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Attended meetings with location scouts and collaborated with director of photography to determine filming logistics.
- Collaborated with gaffers to assign appropriate lighting positions and rigging options for camera usage.
- Mentored junior grips and shared best practices, fostering teamwork and skill development within the crew.
Key Grip
God Speed by Ava Morse - Music Video
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Overcame challenging weather conditions and tight deadlines by adapting grip setups swiftly, keeping production on schedule.
- Supported lighting department in achieving desired ambiance by setting up flags, bounce boards, and diffusers as needed.
- Skillfully utilized dollies, car mounts, or other camera support systems to capture dynamic shots as per director''s vision.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic And Television Arts
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2024
Skills
- Responsible
- Ambitious
- Hardworking
- Team Player
- Strong Communication and Problem Solving
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Creative
- Fast Lerner
Timeline
Grip
Love Is Blind - Short Film
09.2024 - 09.2024
Key Grip
Wishing Well - Music Video
08.2024 - 08.2024
Key Grip
You'll Never Make It - CSUN TV Thesis
03.2024 - 04.2024
Key Grip
God Speed by Ava Morse - Music Video
01.2024 - 01.2024
Server
Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village
03.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic And Television Arts
California State University - Northridge
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