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, MA05-2016
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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