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Ben Katzen

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Adept Film Production Manager with a proven track record in orchestrating media stages for top freelance projects, showcasing exceptional scheduling, planning, and creative direction skills. Successfully managed budgets and optimized resources, achieving significant cost savings. Known for strong organizational abilities and a collaborative spirit, consistently enhancing production quality and efficiency. Experienced with overseeing all aspects of studio production, ensuring smooth operations and timely delivery of projects. Utilizes effective communication and team coordination to manage diverse production tasks. Knowledge of industry best practices and innovative problem-solving techniques drives consistent project success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Film Production Manager

Freelance
01.2020 - Current
  • Prepare stages for rehearsal, recording, video production, and still photography.
  • Work with camera operators, photographers and video operators to optimize equipment and effects choices.
  • Collaborate with leadership staff to determine appropriate budgets.
  • Oversee testing of equipment and components to check for defects.
  • Assess expected technical challenges and developed proactive solutions.
  • Evaluate project proposals for feasibility, providing input to determine project scope and budget requirements.
  • Oversee equipment maintenance and inventory management, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or shortages.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Work effectively in fast-paced environments, quick with problem solving during shoots.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Manage budgets for multiple projects, responsible for post project assessment of budget expenses.

Film Production Coordinator

Freelance
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Ensured timely delivery of projects by closely monitoring schedules and milestones.
  • Contributed to successful project completion by effectively managing resources and budgets.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain functions for production materials and equipment.
  • Created and maintained detailed reports and schedules of all production tasks.
  • Liaised with suppliers and vendors, negotiating competitive pricing for materials procurement.

Film Production Assistant

Freelance
08.2018 - 01.2020
  • Managed and moved equipment, props, and sets.
  • Coordinated any talent scheduling and transportation as needed.
  • Organized catering services for on-set meals.
  • Performed quick turnaround times for location and studio setup and take down.
  • Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas.
  • Oversaw calendar to assist in coordinating daily production schedule.

Production Coordinator

Definition 6
01.2018 - 08.2018

Assistant / Coordinator

Insomnia-TV
02.2017 - 12.2017

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Digital Journalism

Endicott College
Boston, MA
05-2016

Skills

  • Scheduling and Planning
  • Budget reviews and analysis
  • Facilities scheduling
  • Space planning for sets and equipment
  • Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Photoshop

Additional Information

Gained significant production knowledge by shooting in locations such as Greater NY Area, LA, London, Wales and Switzerland ; also US states including Utah, Arizona and Florida.


Successful freelance business, including repeat hiring by clients such as Tiffany, Moncler, Calvin Klein

Timeline

Film Production Manager

Freelance
01.2020 - Current

Film Production Coordinator

Freelance
01.2020 - 01.2022

Film Production Assistant

Freelance
08.2018 - 01.2020

Production Coordinator

Definition 6
01.2018 - 08.2018

Assistant / Coordinator

Insomnia-TV
02.2017 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Digital Journalism

Endicott College

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