CHARITY DORRANCE
Content Creator/Producer/Director
Wheatridge,CO
Summary
Creative Producer offering 10 plus years of experience creating impactful, fresh and diverse content. Offers talent for storytelling and capacity to handle business operations and team leadership requirements. Knowledgeable about all facets of production and easily steps in to resolve problems or answer requests to facilitate a smooth production. Successful at taking concepts and producing exceptional productions with good understanding of logistics and design.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer
Freelance
Denver, CO
01.2013 - Current
- Coordinated the selection of locations, crew, equipment, props and other resources needed for each project.
- Managed the workflow of projects from concept through post-production.
- Drafted contracts for cast and crew members outlining payment terms, usage rights.
- Created detailed call sheets and ensured all talent and crew were informed on set expectations.
- Collaborated with other creatives throughout production process.
- Generated original ideas and further developed ideas through research.
Director
Freelance
Denver , CO
01.2013 - Current
- An actor's director.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
- Conceptualized script, developed strategy, and worked with department heads and talent to execute and complete a professional, finished product.
- Developed and implemented shot lists and related materials with the cinematographer to carry out the overall visual style of the project.
Showrunner
Freelance
Denver, CO
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Developed concept for half-hour episodic series and an entertainment news show.
- Created story arcs, developed characters, wrote scripts, and oversaw casting decisions.
- Oversaw writing staff and segment producers.
- Conducted rewrites when necessary to improve dialogue or pacing of certain scenes in an episode.
- Collaborated with writers, directors, producers, editors, and other staff members throughout the season.
- Directed multiple episodes and in-studio segments.
- Managed budgeting and scheduling.
Casting Director
Stouffer Productions
Denver, CO
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Developed relationships with agents, managers, and other industry professionals to source new talent.
- Reviewed scripts to determine character breakdowns and create audition materials.
- Coordinated auditions, often providing feedback on performers' performances.
- Assessed actors' portfolios to determine suitability for roles.
- Liaised with production staff regarding any changes required after initial casting decisions were made.
- Provided guidance to actors during rehearsals as needed by director or producer.
Assistant Director Department
Freelance
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Created and maintained filming schedule.
- Diplomatically managed and coordinated cast and crew to ensure safe and efficient shoot.
- Collaborated with departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Directed and coordinated extras.
Stage Manager/Assistant Director
Miner's Alley Playhouse
Golden, CO
01.2007 - 08.2012
- Collaborated with directors on blocking and scene changes during rehearsals and performances.
- Supervised backstage crews during productions and provided feedback as needed.
- Provided support to actors when necessary during performances or rehearsals.
- Developed detailed run sheets for each show indicating cues, entrances and exits .
- Monitored cue calls throughout the performance to ensure smooth transitions between scenes.
- Managed stage lighting, sound systems, props, scenery, and costumes for each show.
Education
Writing/Directing Certificate -
Colorado Film School
05.2016
Theatre Major -
Colorado Christian University
05.1997
Film Production Certificate -
Los Angeles Film Studies Center
12.1995
Skills
- Production Management
- Digital Content Creation
- Story & Script Development
- Episodic Development
- Script Consulting
- Writing Skills
- Team Leadership
- Casting
- Quick Study
- Software: Final Draft & Movie Magic Production Scheduling
Filmography
Director/Showrunner/Producer/Writer
- The Scared List (TV Series), 2016-Present
- CFS NOW (Entertainment News Show), 2015
Assistant Directing Department
- Goblin's Giggle (Short), 1st Assistant Director Trainee, 2018
- Lucy With The Truth (Feature), 2nd Assistant Director, 2017
- Dirty Pretty (Short), 2nd Assistant Director, 2015
- Cure Search Cancer Organization (Promo), 1st Assistant Director, 2013
Casting Department
- Dirty Pretty (Feature), Casting Director, 2019
- Wrapped Up (Short), Casting Director, 2018
- Lucy With The Truth (Feature), Casting Director, 2017
- Scary Lucy (Short), Extras Casting, 2017
- Dirty Pretty (Short), Casting Director, 2016
- Stadium Anthems (Feature), Casting Coordinator, 2015
Theatrical
Director
- Cora, Benchmark Theatre, 2018
- Every Seven Minutes, Benchmark Theatre, 2018
- The Dixie Swim Club, Vintage Theatre Productions, 2010
Assistant Director
- Doubt, Cherry Creek Theatre, 2011
- The Dixie Swim Club, Vintage Theatre Productions, 2010
- Dietrich & Chevalier, Miner's Alley Playhouse, 2010
- Grace & Glorie, Miner's Alley Playhouse, 2010
Stage Manager, Miner's Alley Playhouse, 2007-2012
Managed six productions per season for a six week run plus rehearsal periods.
Volunteer And Community
Women in Film & Media Colorado, 3/2017-3/2018
Board Member
Colorado Film School, 8/2015-5/2016
Student Advisory Board Member
Hobbies and Interests
- Writing
- Disc Golf
- Musicals
- Playing Guitar
- MLB Baseball
References
Susan Jordan, Producer
writer.producer.susanjordan@gmail.com
303-350-9310
Trai Cartwright, President
Craftwright.com
trai.cartwright@gmail.com
310-210-9221
Tammy “TS” Botkin, Director/Producer/Writer
tsb@aterflix.com
720-335-4052
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Casting Director
Stouffer Productions
08.2017 - 11.2017
Showrunner
Freelance
08.2016 - 08.2018
Producer
Freelance
01.2013 - Current
Director
Freelance
01.2013 - Current
Assistant Director Department
Freelance
01.2013 - 01.2015
Stage Manager/Assistant Director
Miner's Alley Playhouse
01.2007 - 08.2012
Writing/Directing Certificate -
Colorado Film School
Theatre Major -
Colorado Christian University
Film Production Certificate -
Los Angeles Film Studies Center
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