Jesse Guzman
Ontario,CA
Summary
Experienced Key Grip skilled in equipment setup, camera operation, and rigging techniques. Over four years in film production, providing effective support for lighting setups and collaborating with production teams. Strong problem solver contributing to timely equipment setup and lighting control. Versatile in troubleshooting technical issues and performing maintenance to ensure production schedules are met. Detail-oriented grip professional specializing in rigging techniques and equipment setup. Proven track record of ensuring safety compliance on set while collaborating effectively with team members to enhance production quality. Dedicated grip professional with strong skills in rigging and camera operation. Known for attention to detail and teamwork, enhancing production processes through effective communication and safety compliance. Energetic Grip offering several years of experience. Hardworking and resourceful with a passion for creating innovative lighting and camera support equipment and ensure seamless production activities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Grip
Film Industry
Los Angeles, California
04.2018 - Current
- Set up and dismantled equipment for film shoots.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate movements.
- Supported lighting technicians in rigging setups.
- Attached sandbags to stands or booms for stabilization purposes.
- Set up and operate grip equipment such as dollies, cranes, jib arms, and tracks for camera movement.
- Placed flags, nets, silks, scrims, bounce boards and diffusers to control light intensity or direction.
- Analyzed specifications to design protocols for work procedures, sequences of operations and machine setups.
- Fixed cameras to stationary and crane mounts to achieve perfect angles.
- Collaborated with camera crew and director to develop filming strategy and optimize camera placement.
- Applied creative camera angle and lighting effect techniques to capture unique and appealing shots for productions.
- Safely and accurately assembled dollies, tracks, rigs, and other equipment.
- Assembled scaffolding towers for elevated camera angles.
- Managed grip truck inventory and restocked items to ensure readiness for production.
- Operated remote-controlled robotic cameras during production shoots.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times on set.
- Assembled studio sets, cameras and lighting equipment to be used during filming.
- Provided assistance in setting up green screens for chroma key compositing processes.
- Constructed and adjusted rigging components to support cameras, lights, and other production elements.
- Completed setup, rigging, and mounting of equipment based on changing weather and project conditions.
- Lifted heavy objects onto dolly tracks for tracking shots.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules and procedures to enhance equipment longevity and maintain functionality.
- Installed special effects fixtures such as smoke machines and bubble machines.
- Built custom frames or platforms to mount cameras on vehicles or other structures.
- Composed and framed shots using camera settings and other technical aspects to achieve director requested results.
- Handled camera setups, angles and movement following cues.
- Controlled lighting, filter factors, and camera distances to meet shot targets.
- Collaborated with specialists, producers, and designers to produce original video content.
- Viewed sets and locations to determine filming and lighting needs.
- Resolved exposure, movement and other variable issues.
- Reviewed work orders and specifications to plan procedures, sequences of operations and equipment setup.
- Checked scripts for relevant information and to plan camera operation.
Retail Associate
Shoe Palace
Ontario, California
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided product information.
- Maintained store presentation by organizing merchandise and ensuring cleanliness.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues with professionalism, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals.
- Conducted inventory checks and restocked shelves.
- Trained new associates on store policies and customer service standards.
- Engaged customers through effective communication to build relationships and foster loyalty.
- Operated cash register to process payments from customers.
- Stocked and cleaned shelves while maintaining neat and orderly store.
- Assisted customers in finding products, answered questions, and made product recommendations.
- Maintained store appearance by stocking shelves, organizing merchandise displays, and cleaning counters.
- Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
- Rang up retail purchases and processed payment cards, returning appropriate cash and coin to customers.
- Organized backroom storage areas for efficient access to merchandise.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
- Processed payments and handled exchanges, returns and refunds according to company policy.
- Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items, and offer store credit.
- Walked sales floor and remained aware of customer actions to maintain safe and secure shopping environment.
- Assisted with special projects such as reorganizing the store layout or launching new products.
- Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
- Engaged with customers to determine appropriate items to fit needs.
- Performed price checks on items requested by customers.
- Calculated pricing, applied discounts, and collected payments to process transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted customers by phone regarding store operations, products, promotions and orders.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
- Processed online orders and ensured timely delivery of items.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to company policy.
- Conducted regular stock counts to verify accuracy of inventory records.
- Participated in promotional activities such as setting up displays or distributing marketing materials.
- Invited customers to participate in-store activities and promotions to generate new business and boost loyalty.
- Tracked inventory levels for restocking purposes.
- Attended team meetings to discuss sales goals, upcoming promotions.
- Followed loss prevention strategies, minimizing theft.
- Provided ongoing training for new staff members.
- Expedited newly received merchandise to sales floor.
- Ensured compliance with all company policies and procedures.
- Counted cash, made change, and stored coupons to keep organized and balanced cash register drawer.
- Adhered to safety policies while handling hazardous materials or chemicals.
- Updated customer information in the database system when necessary.
- Organized merchandise displays to attract customers and promote sales.
- Operated cash register accurately and efficiently while processing payments from customers.
- Conducted inventory audits to prevent stock discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and improve customer satisfaction.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
- Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.
- Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
- Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
- Assisted with conducting merchandise stock counts and reported discrepancies to supervisor.
- Created price tags and merchandise signs for new items.
- Handled price checks, merchandise transfers and fitting room returns to keep store orderly and efficient.
- Assessed customer product needs and interests in order to best recommend suitable items.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products and services.
- Monitored and maintained the cleanliness and organization of the sales floor and stock areas.
- Offered gift wrapping services during holiday seasons, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Adhered to loss prevention policies, identifying and reporting potential security issues.
- Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, providing personalized service to encourage repeat business.
- Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues and answering queries promptly.
- Operated cash registers and processed transactions including sales, returns, and exchanges.
- Managed inventory levels on the sales floor, ensuring optimal stock availability.
- Utilized point-of-sale systems efficiently, ensuring accurate pricing and inventory management.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of store merchandise, current sales, and promotions.
- Managed loyalty programs, signing up new members and explaining benefits to enhance customer retention.
- Cross-sold products and services to increase average transaction value.
- Conducted product demonstrations to showcase features and benefits, increasing customer interest and engagement.
- Conducted regular stock checks, reporting discrepancies and ordering stock replenishments as needed.
- Processed and organized shipments, restocking merchandise on the sales floor promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and contribute to a positive work environment.
- Assisted in the preparation and execution of physical inventory counts.
- Participated in staff meetings and training sessions to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards, creating attractive displays to increase sales.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Handled customer feedback, implementing suggestions to improve the shopping experience.
General Laborer
JTR Construction
Santa Clarita, California
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Operated heavy machinery to support construction projects and site preparation.
- Assisted skilled tradespeople with installation and repair tasks on job sites.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks for various construction activities.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards on construction sites during operations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment for proper functionality.
- Supported demolition projects by safely removing structures.
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working onsite.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Performed general maintenance duties such as painting walls or installing insulation.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
- Reported safety violations to supervisor to reduce risks and accidents.
- Unloaded building supplies from delivery trucks using forklifts or cranes.
- Printed and applied shipping labels for boxes and packages according to product distribution instructions.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Inspected tools and equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
- Executed various physical labor tasks to support construction activities, enhancing overall job site efficiency.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team processes and contributed to successful project outcomes.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
- Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Managed traffic in and around work zones to minimize hazards and maintain a safe environment.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Juvenile Hall-lacoe
Los Angeles, CA07-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Social Psychology
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA01-2018
Skills
- Rigging techniques
- Production grip
- Equipment setup
- Lighting control
- Lighting rigs
- Camera operation
- Equipment operation
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
Safety procedures
- Scaffolding setup
- On-set cleanup
- Job site preparation
- Site preparation
- General labor
- Materials handling
- Hand and power tools
- Power tools proficiency
- Hand tool operation
- Flooring installation
- Drywall installation
- Drywalling
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Team collaboration
- Organization
- Critical thinking
- Problem resolution
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Punctual and reliable
- Commercial construction experience
- Safety procedures
- Hand tool operation
- Drywall installation
- Drywalling
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
Group-ARC(Anti-Recidivism-Coalition)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Retail Associate
Shoe Palace
11.2018 - 02.2019
Grip
Film Industry
04.2018 - Current
General Laborer
JTR Construction
02.2018 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Central Juvenile Hall-lacoe
Associate of Applied Science - Social Psychology
Coastline Community College