Brandon Brocato
Culver City,CA
Summary
Seasoned Assistant Results-oriented Production Assistant versatile in navigating demanding movie and theatrical sets. Dedicated support staff with clarity and attention to detail in executing director's vision. Energetic and professional assistant with complex understanding of technologies and tenets of effective production. Motivated Production Assistant offering 20 years of experience working on a variety of sets. Knowledgeable about all facets of production with meticulous eye for detail and commitment to quality.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Covid Compliance Officer
Making The Cut 3 - Hello Sunshine
Los Angeles, CA
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Liaised with risk management, internal audit and employee services departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution.
- Counseled committees and department heads regarding compliance risks and standards.
- Scheduled and conducted evaluations of company policies, procedures and internal control structures.
- Identified potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk to develop and implement corrective action plans.
Production Assistant
Restaurant Recovery
Los Angeles, CA
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets.
- Managed digital assets and resources for business, promotional and routine filming use.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
Production Assistant
Funny Dance Show - Ugly Brothers Studio
Los Angeles, CA
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Interacted positively with actors and actresses when escorting to and from trailers during filming.
AD/Gaffer/Key Production Assistant
Various Projects - Hawke Media
Los Angeles, CA
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Interacted positively with actors and actresses when escorting to and from trailers during filming.
- Maintained schedules, managed deadlines and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
- Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
- Streamlined operational processes and workflow to increase efficiency of team performance and resource allocation.
- Supervised wardrobe, hair and makeup needs for several actors simultaneously on remote shoot location.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
- Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
Education
Acting/ Film Making
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CASkills
- Production support
- Film crew support
- Locking up sets
- Film deliveries
- Administrative support
- Crowd control
- Breakdown expertise
- Escorting actors
- Project support
- Workflow Optimization
Timeline
Covid Compliance Officer
Making The Cut 3 - Hello Sunshine
12.2021 - 02.2022
Production Assistant
Restaurant Recovery
03.2021 - 05.2021
Production Assistant
Funny Dance Show - Ugly Brothers Studio
08.2020 - 10.2020
AD/Gaffer/Key Production Assistant
Various Projects - Hawke Media
03.2016 - 10.2018
Acting/ Film Making
Santa Monica College