JANET LOPEZ
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in TV casting and event coordination. Excelled in multitasking and problem-solving, significantly enhancing team performance and project outcomes. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Zoom, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and adaptability. Proven track record of scouting and securing top talent, underpinned by a strong foundation in administrative functions and customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Casting Associate Producer
FOX
North Hollywood, USA
08.2022 - Current
- Scheduled auditions and managed appointment calendars for the Casting Producers.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality protocols at all times while handling sensitive information.
- Developed relationships with contestants to secure top talent for projects.
- Created detailed reports summarizing the casting process from initial audition to final selection of talent.
- Managed workflow between multiple departments including scheduling auditions, callbacks, tracking submissions, interviews, auditions results.
- Remained composed, polished and highly productive, even during moments of extreme stress to achieve optimal results.
- Worked closely with production teams to ensure timely delivery of all necessary documents related to the casting process.
- Conducted interviews with prospective talent to assess performance skills and experience level.
- Organized and maintained casting files, paperwork, and database of potential cast members.
- Assessed feedback from producers and directors following each audition session in order to make adjustments accordingly.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Production Assistant
Freelance
Los Angeles, USA
09.2018 - 10.2022
- Coordinated daily production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Organized and coordinated key communications between cast and technical crew.
- Assisted in post-production tasks, including editing support and material organization.
- Remained alert, active, and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
- Managed talent and handled distribution of production paperwork
- Delivered client-focused special services for corporate clients or programs for special groups.
- Assisted in casting calls and auditions, organizing participant information efficiently.
- Escorted actors and actresses to and from trailers during pre-production and filming breaks.
- Provided general administrative support, including email correspondence and file management.
- Liaison for talent, staff, and crew
- Assisted production team with lights, cameras, and set up when needed
- Travel when necessary
Administrative Assistant/ Event Coordinator
TNT Agency Makeup School
Chino Hills, USA
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Updated system to organize office documentation, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity.
- Set up workshops, conferences and meetings by scheduling and reserving rooms and preparing supplies.
- Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
- Managed daily office operations and maintained office supplies inventory, ensuring efficient workplace functionality.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
Casting Assistant
FOX
North Hollywood, USA
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Created schedules for callbacks and audition calls
- Performed general office duties such as answering phones, filing paperwork.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments for production meetings, improving communication flow.
- Remained alert, active, and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
- Managed talent video submissions via Skype & production paperwork
- Hosted talent during their on-site auditions to ensure excellent candidate experience
- Collaborated with producers to develop and drive new strategies
- Scheduled & administered audition days and casting sessions
- Attended events/shows after-hours to scout talent
- Distributed and prepared audition materials
- MasterChef Junior, North Hollywood CA
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications - Cinema & Television Arts
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON
CA05.2017
Skills
- Event Coordination
- TV Casting
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Public Speaking
- Written Communication
- Proficient in Zoom
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Google Suites
- Bilingual
- Scheduling proficiency
- Microsoft office
- Interviewing techniques
- Talent scouting
- Audition coordination
- Collaboration
- Multitasking capacity
- Problem-solving abilities
- Written communication
- Time management
- Coordinate schedules
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Administrative functions
- Proofreading
Certification
CPR & FIRST AID, Red Cross, 12/01/20, 12/01/23
Timeline
Casting Associate Producer
FOX
08.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant/ Event Coordinator
TNT Agency Makeup School
08.2019 - 08.2022
Casting Assistant
FOX
01.2019 - 04.2019
Production Assistant
Freelance
09.2018 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications - Cinema & Television Arts
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON