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Brooks Crudup

West,MS

Summary

Dedicated television production professional leveraging skills in coordinating between all aspects of logistics, creative content, story-line, scripted/non-scripted TV, filming, audio, and post production to support dynamic creative endeavors through proven industry expertise. SUMMARY: Production Management Highly experienced in assessing true needs and expectations, Leading and collaborating with creative and technical professionals to produce superior results that are effortlessly delivered through production chain to meet project goals. Process Streamlining Effectively manage diverse tasks, with varying degrees of complexity, within a wide range of environments; evaluate situations, assess emergent needs, and implement solutions in a prompt and efficient/effective manner to meet critical time-frames. Resource Coordination Possess a proven ability to anticipate unique requirements or potential road-blocks in all situations. Continually coordinate plans to deliver exceptional results; streamline communication and implementation channels to effectively meet critical needs. Outgoing Associate Producer touting [Number] years of ensuring that stories are written to edited video. Creative thinker knowledgeable in current events and trends. Promoting exemplary technical proficiency and presentation skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Screen Writer

Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
  • Formatted screenplays into usable scripts.
  • Storyboarded screenplays and scripts based on production ideas.
  • Followed up with production companies on script processing.
  • Researched topics and ideas for screenplays.

Associate Producer

B17 ENTERTAINMENT
08.2014
  • Worked in conjunction with Executive Producers to execute an on-location Sizzle Reel shoot, directing talent and assisting in filming, lighting, and sound mechanics
  • Managed equipment and transportation logistics for crew and talent.

Writer/Co-Producer

ORIGINAL PLAY, EDEN’S ECHO
12.2007
  • Staged series of live readings of original play at ‘Plays Upstairs’, developed promotional materials, and directed/facilitated group actors in all aspects of production.

Associate Producer

THE SHERRI SHEPHERD SHOW PILOT
08.2006
  • Prescreened/interviewed/booked guests, managed guest travel logistics, oversaw script compilation, and ideated with production team to develop the show’s content.

Story Producer/Field Logger

MTV’S BROKE A, GAME SHOW
01.2006 - 09.2015
  • Transcribed show field notes into detailed hot sheet for daily distribution to top-level executives to guide post-production in edit
  • Logged all takes with time code for every game and interstitial, highlighting most effective for entire production shoot to support final post production
  • Worked in conjunction with Director, Camera Operators, Camera P.A., and Audio Supervisor to note general and specific camera assignments, including: B-Roll, Super Slow-Motion, use of GoPros, Time Lapse footage, Back-Plates, Pick-Up Shots, ADR’s, and any camera or audio technical issues potentially effecting editing in post.

Associate Producer

THE TONY DANZA SHOW
07.2004 - 06.2006
  • Researched story ideas, pitched/booked guests for in-studio & field segments, assisted in producing live and taped segments, and managed show’s website with webmaster
  • Liaised with PR agencies/brand managers to handle audience giveaways/on-air promotions
  • Compiled research briefing packets on upcoming guests for senior production staff
  • Oversaw clearance of media, pictures, and clips with legal department.

Production Assistant

LIVING IT UP! WITH ALI AND JACK
05.2003 - 05.2004
  • Pre-interviewed/booked potential guests for on-air segments, and obtained/cleared music, video clips, and photos with legal department
  • Supported Senior Producer and Senior Associate Producer with all facets of daily production
  • Coordinated travel, clearances, script, and post production departments.

Freelance Writer

EVENSTAR FILMS
02.2002 - 02.2003
  • Conducted analysis of screenplays and provided critique on style, format, and subject matter.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies, Creative Writing

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
1998

Skills

  • Crafting Storylines
  • Effective Communication
  • Film and Video Production
  • Research Skills
  • Creative Writing
  • Relationship Management
  • Logistics Expertise
  • Content Planning
  • Project Management
  • Hiring Production Staff
  • Production Planning

Timeline

Screen Writer

Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current

Associate Producer

B17 ENTERTAINMENT
08.2014

Writer/Co-Producer

ORIGINAL PLAY, EDEN’S ECHO
12.2007

Associate Producer

THE SHERRI SHEPHERD SHOW PILOT
08.2006

Story Producer/Field Logger

MTV’S BROKE A, GAME SHOW
01.2006 - 09.2015

Associate Producer

THE TONY DANZA SHOW
07.2004 - 06.2006

Production Assistant

LIVING IT UP! WITH ALI AND JACK
05.2003 - 05.2004

Freelance Writer

EVENSTAR FILMS
02.2002 - 02.2003

Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies, Creative Writing

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
Brooks Crudup