Elizabeth Barrera
El Monte,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized Production and Studio Coordinator with over 8 years of experience managing photo shoots, talent casting, and studio operations for e-commerce, editorial, and social media campaigns. Proven expertise in collaborating with cross-functional teams, tracking production timelines, managing high volumes of product samples, and maintaining high standards for studio logistics. Adept at coordinating multiple simultaneous shoots and ensuring seamless execution from concept to completion.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Producer
True Religion
09.2023 - Current
- Own end-to-end production management as the primary point of contact for all e-commerce, editorial, flats, and social shoots.
- Oversee all production operations, leading scheduling, timeline management, and the maintenance of all production calendars.
- Lead weekly casting for male, female, and child talent, overseeing all negotiations, contracts, rates, and scheduling.
- Take full ownership of crew hiring by booking and negotiating rates for all team members, while managing all logistical elements, including locations, usage agreements, and on-set needs.
- Manage and enforce shot lists and daily shooting schedules to ensure efficient workflows and alignment with creative objectives.
- Oversee and execute weekly e-commerce photography and biweekly editorial flat shoots, ensuring quality control and consistency across all deliverables.
- Direct the distribution of call sheets, shooting schedules, and production documents to guarantee full preparedness among the crew and talent.
- Supervise ordering, delivery, and collection of all equipment and supplies, while maintaining complete inventory oversight.
- Manage all compliance requirements, including securing Certificates of Insurance (COIs), and obtaining necessary location permits.
- Oversee all catering, craft services, and on-set operational needs to maintain a productive and comfortable working environment.
- Direct the organization and upkeep of wardrobe, props, and samples, ensuring streamlined studio operations, and safe handling of all assets.
Photo Studio Sample Coordinator and Production Coordinator
Techstyle Group - Justfab and Shoedazzle
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Directed photo studio operations for JustFab and Shoedazzle, partnering with stylists, freelancers, and producers to optimize workflows for e-commerce, product, and mannequin photography.
- Led product photography operations for 500+ styles per month, serving as the primary point of contact for all tabletop product shoots.
- Managed scheduling and execution of 3+ weekly photo shoots, coordinating multiple sets and maintaining efficient, high-volume production.
- Owned sample organization for 2,500+ items per quarter, ensuring accurate tracking, timely pull/return, and full readiness for all shoots.
- Directed metadata workflows by coordinating with the digital asset team to ensure timely and accurate entry for 300+ SKUs per month.
- Served as the key liaison between internal studio teams and external cross-functional partners to oversee sample tracking, item fulfillment, and reshoot management.
Photo Studio Sample Coordinator
Torrid
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Owned weekly projection of sample needs for all upcoming photo shoots, ensuring the studio was fully prepared.
- Directed communication with site merchandising to provide real-time status of images before items reached inventory.
- Led the retouching team workflow, prioritizing images and identifying critical assets for production.
- Determined which products were shot on mannequin versus pin flats, ensuring visual consistency and efficiency.
- Managed all aspects of sample operations, including receiving, processing, organizing, distributing, and tracking inventory.
- Maintained real-time tracking systems for all sample categories, ensuring full visibility and accountability.
- Fulfilled all sample requests, guaranteeing timely receipt, handoff, and return.
- Ensured all products were pulled and prepared according to the production calendar, proactively providing status updates and resolving potential delays.
Sample Coordinator
Lovestitch
01.2015 - 09.2018
- Managed sample tracking, receiving, and organization across multiple departments, ensuring timely and efficient access to key samples for e-commerce and marketing shoots.
- Supported product photography and styled-shot production for e-commerce and catalog assets, contributing to consistent and high-quality visual output.
- Led the coordination and execution of employee sample sales, maintaining accurate records and ensuring streamlined, well-organized transactions.
- Oversaw all daily shipping and receiving for vendor and customer samples, ensuring a smooth, efficient workflow within the showroom.
Skills
- Photo shoot coordination
- Project management
- Crew and talent management
- Equipment procurement
- Sample tracking
- Inventory management
References
Upon Request
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Junior Producer
True Religion
09.2023 - Current
Photo Studio Sample Coordinator and Production Coordinator
Techstyle Group - Justfab and Shoedazzle
01.2021 - 06.2023
Photo Studio Sample Coordinator
Torrid
09.2018 - 01.2021
Sample Coordinator
Lovestitch
01.2015 - 09.2018