Gabriela H. Gastelum
Tucson,AZ
Summary
I’m self-Motivated, proactive, team leader and team player with strong work ethic in all areas of digital media. I am skilled in editing, filming and lighting. Experienced managing complex film production for multiple outlets including television and corporate media with social media marketing. Creative Director with proven history with Music labels and advertising commercials and film. Directs and drives visual and artistic elements in productions and media campaigns.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director/Cinematographer
Spiral Productions
Phoenix, AZ
08.2019 - Current
- Managed a successful and deployment of a self-found production company with employees under the company and made productions of films, documentaries, series, show pilots, and music videos
- Developed production schedules, planned video shoots, scouted, selected, and reserved shoot locations
- Assemble creative content for clients based on their brand to grow a bigger audience and attract more followers for social media.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Developed and implemented digital marketing plans to incorporate SEO, social media platforms and video campaigns.
- Acted as digital brand champion, delivering compelling and consistent brand narrative across channels.
- Managed writers, artists, designers and project managers with hands-on approach to successfully accomplish daily work and special projects.
Assistant Production Coordinator
Apple Music SuperBowl
Phoenix, AZ
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Coordinated with supervisor in assigning work to meet on-time production and quality goals.
- Monitored inventory levels in stock, expendables and essential items to meet production demands.
- Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of independent production company specializing in creating video products for webcasting, video streaming, commercials, weddings and special events.
Music Video Director
AFINARTE Record Label
Los Angeles, CA
07.2022 - Current
- Directed 5 videos with Spanish Artists (Fantasma, Latigo Norteno, Dos Carnales) under the label
- Scouted locations, managed a production set and a crew
- Made Storyboards with the Artists and Edited the final videos for the label
- Marketing for the premiere of the videos.
- Worked closely with Artists, scheduled shoots and promptly delivered final products.
- Supervised and coordinated work of camera, lighting and sound crew members.
Art Director/Wardrobe Supervisor
Applied Art Team
Chandler, AZ
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Reviewed and approved designs, artwork and content developed by creative team.
- Brainstormed with team members and special project managers to provide unique concepts and designs.
- Managed entire shopping experience for client, putting together outfits and providing personalized style tips.
- Created mood boards by researching current fashion trends and competitor activity.
- Marketed other items, including jewelry, shoes and hats, that would complete outfits or boost new wardrobes.
Marketing Director
Grimm Commercial LLC
Tucson, AZ
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Advertising new listings for real estate company on both commercial and residential.
- Develop and implement marketing plans, new property’s introductions, and other marketing projects. Also created marketing campaigns, including site promotions and engaging digital content.
- Networking and targeting new businesses in expanding and Entrepreneurs starting their businesses.
- Take photos for estate properties, landscape, Ariel shots, drone Images for Video tours, and Video editing/uploads for YouTube.
Lead Production Assistant
WOW, Women of Wrestling CBS/Pluto TV/ Paramount
Los Angeles, CA
07.2022 - 08.2022
- PA in arranging seating for background actors, paid audience members and directing wrestlers into backstage after matches
- Equipped team members with proper hand tools, supplies and power equipment to safely and efficiently perform jobs without time-consuming interruptions during production.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Production Assistant
Enamoradonos UNIMAS and Discovery Channel
Miami, FL
03.2022 - 02.2022
- Worked in wardrobe to order the outfits for actors in the reality show.
- Handled errands and confidential matters for cast members and guest stars.
- Built and lighted back grounds, assembled lighting stands, gripping
- Staged and set up audio and video equipment for studio and on-location shoots.
- Used excellent Spanish to engage a full cast in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZAssociate of Arts - Cinematography
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05.2021
Skills
Equipment:
- Black Magic DSLR 4k & 6k
- Canon EOS C100
- Drone Operator
- ADOBE Creative Cloud
Skills:
- Audio & Lighting for live and digital video productions
- Storyboarding & Shot lists
- Script writing
- Live Broadcast Controls
- Crew Work Coordination
- Camera Operation
- Directing Experience
- Production Shoots Management
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Production Coordinator
Apple Music SuperBowl
02.2023 - 02.2023
Art Director/Wardrobe Supervisor
Applied Art Team
10.2022 - 12.2022
Music Video Director
AFINARTE Record Label
07.2022 - Current
Lead Production Assistant
WOW, Women of Wrestling CBS/Pluto TV/ Paramount
07.2022 - 08.2022
Production Assistant
Enamoradonos UNIMAS and Discovery Channel
03.2022 - 02.2022
Creative Director/Cinematographer
Spiral Productions
08.2019 - Current
Marketing Director
Grimm Commercial LLC
08.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Arizona
Associate of Arts - Cinematography
Pima Community College
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