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Bonnie Betancourt

La Crescenta,CA

Summary

Organized and efficient Set Decoration Buyer known for managing budgets and coordinating production needs. Expertise in vendor relationship development and effective communication ensures optimal procurement and compliance with accounting standards.

Work History

Set Decoration Buyer

Feature Film, Television Series, Commercial
2004 - 2026
  • Assisted Set Decorator in the procurement of set dressing items from prop houses and purchasing.
  • Submitted artwork for clearances.
  • Managed Set Dec Department budget through Google Docs, created POs using EP DPO, submitted check requests and payment reimbursements to accounting.
  • Used Cashet for uploading credit card (P-card)receipts and coded them appropriately to align with the budget.
  • Created vendor accounts to enhance procurement efficiency.
  • Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine the best source of supply.
  • Cultivated vendor relationships to obtain competitive pricing and favorable payment terms.
  • Resolved any discrepancies between purchase orders and actual receipts of goods or services.
  • In charge of inspecting and approving of all purchases and rentals for the Set Dec. department.

Property Master

Feature Films, Commercials, Music Videos
2007 - 2017
  • Managed inventory of props for various productions.
  • Coordinated prop sourcing from multiple vendors.
  • Collaborated with directors to understand prop requirements for scenes.
  • Collaborated with art directors and costume designers to ensure that all props were appropriate for each scene.
  • Developed budgets for prop purchases aligned with production requirements, ensuring financial adherence.
  • Maintained detailed records of all props used in projects.
  • Prepared prop lists for each day's filming schedule with descriptions and quantities required.
  • Ensured props complied with safety regulations and standards.
  • Assisted actors in rehearsing their lines while using any necessary props.
  • Modified existing items and constructed custom pieces to meet specific scene requirements.
  • Conducted research on historical periods to accurately recreate sets and costumes.
  • Responded quickly to last-minute requests from directors or producers.
  • Reviewed scripts to ascertain project design requirements and types of props needed.

Art Department Coordinator, Production Coordinator

Feature Film, Commercial, Music Video
2002 - 2006
  • Coordinated daily operations between departments for seamless project execution.
  • Supported creative teams by organizing materials and equipment needed for projects.
  • Monitored budgets associated with art department activities and projects.
  • Maintained POs, petty cash, crew payroll and budgets.
  • Created and circulated call sheets and pre pro books.
  • Ordered and scheduled the shipping and returning of Company trucks, camera equipment, SPFX items, productions supplies, expendables, set dressing, wardrobe and props.
  • Wrap the job to insure that all vendors have been paid, there is no L&D and the project is on budget.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Film Production And Photography

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY
05-1995

Associate of Applied Science - Advertising And Photography

Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY
05-1993

Skills

  • IATSE Local 44 member
  • P-Card accounting using Cashet
  • Purchase order management using EP DPO
  • Vendor coordination, set up accounts, W-9, credit one sheets, and letters of guarantee
  • Budget tracking using Excel and Google Docs
  • Production coordination
  • Bookkeeping using Intuit Quick Books QBO
  • Excellent Time management
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Effective communication
  • Incredibly organized
  • Able to stay highly focused in order to complete a task
  • FCC Licensed
  • Entertainment Fire Arms Permit
  • Final Draft
  • Microsoft Excel, Word, Pages
  • Dependable
  • Non Procrastinator
  • Food Styling

Timeline

Set Decoration Buyer

Feature Film, Television Series, Commercial
2004 - 2026

Property Master

Feature Films, Commercials, Music Videos
2007 - 2017

Art Department Coordinator, Production Coordinator

Feature Film, Commercial, Music Video
2002 - 2006

Bachelor of Science - Film Production And Photography

Ithaca College

Associate of Applied Science - Advertising And Photography

Mohawk Valley Community College

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