J Nicole Allen
Duncanville,TX
Summary
Experienced production professional skilled in overseeing on-set logistics and providing comprehensive support to production processes. Known for seamlessly integrating into workflows and consistently delivering exceptional results. Renowned for collaborative spirit and adaptability, ensuring efficient completion of tasks amidst shifting production needs. Strong organizational skills and effective communication abilities enable smooth coordination and successful project execution.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Undivorcable Productions
12.2023 - 01.2025
- Cultivated a positive work environment to boost team morale.
- Presented project updates, enhancing stakeholder engagement.
- Guided cross-functional teams with strategic direction.
- Formulated long-term objectives by analyzing market trends.
- Coordinated talent scheduling and transportation, ensuring punctual arrival on set.
- Contributed to maintaining a safe working environment on set by adhering to safety protocols and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Facilitated communication between cast members and crew, allowing for efficient problem-solving during shoots.
- Oversaw calendar to assist in coordinating daily production schedule, managing shifts and adequate coverage.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
Associate Producer
Texas Indie Filmmaker Awards
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Oversaw post-production activities including video editing, sound mixing, color correction, and motion graphics creation to achieve high-quality final products.
- Supported producers in decision-making processes, contributing valuable insights from a diverse range of perspectives.
- Determined project budgets to estimate and control overall project costs.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions that resulted in innovative ideas for new television shows or documentary films.
- Assisted in creating detailed project proposals highlighting key objectives timelines expected outcomes winning trusted clients.
- Assisted in the development of creative concepts that led to increased audience engagement.
- Pitched new ideas and arranged interviews and acquisition of footage for stories.
- Created and managed production schedules.
- Booked talent and made travel arrangements.
- Selected artists, directors and crew members to work on films, television shows and albums.
- Maintained documentation such as releases and riders.
- Reviewed and provided feedback on scripts, ensuring accuracy of information and overall narrative coherence.
- Ran meetings and gathered required documentation.
- Coordinated schedules for talent and crew, optimizing resource allocation and reducing overtime costs.
- Reviewed and cleared archival footage and music.
- Spearheaded research efforts for content development, resulting in well-informed productions.
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
Event Assistant
Women That Soar Awards
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Managed event set-up and tear-down, ensuring timely completion of tasks for seamless transitions.
- Participated in pre-event planning meetings, providing input on event themes and strategies for success.
- Provided exceptional customer service to attendees, responding to inquiries or resolving issues professionally.
- Assisted in organizing successful events by collaborating with vendors and suppliers.
- Directed team to set up and keep banquet space clean and presentable for guests.
- Greeted and directed guests at private events and explained seating arrangements to keep tables organized.
- Ensured smooth operations during events by managing schedules and delegating tasks to volunteers or support staff effectively.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Contributed to positive event outcomes by promptly addressing issues or concerns from attendees or staff members.
- Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.
- Helped organize and manage successful events with attendance of over [Number] people.
- Welcomed guests to events, checked invitations, and oversaw proper seating.
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests and escalated concerns where needed.
- Oversaw event operations to keep running smoothly.
- Assisted with special events by working premieres, private screenings and charity events.
Film Production Assistant
JF Bailey Films
03.2019 - 03.2022
- Coordinated talent scheduling and transportation, ensuring punctual arrival on set.
- Contributed to maintaining a safe working environment on set by adhering to safety protocols and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Facilitated communication between cast members and crew, allowing for efficient problem-solving during shoots.
- Achieved quick turnaround times for location setup by effectively coordinating resources among various departments.
- Enhanced film production quality by managing equipment, props, and sets in a timely manner.
- Assisted directors with shot planning and execution, resulting in efficient shooting schedules.
- Served as a liaison between actors and wardrobe department, facilitating costume changes efficiently throughout filming.
- Collaborated with the art department to create visually appealing set designs that captured the director''s vision.
- Assisted producers with budget management, tracking expenses to minimize production costs without compromising quality.
- Secured permits and managed logistics for offsite shooting locations, enabling seamless production processes.
- Prepared call sheets for each day of shooting, keeping cast and crew informed about daily expectations and requirements.
- Supported post-production teams by organizing footage and logging detailed notes for editing purposes.
- Created shot lists, booked talent and locations and prepared sets for shooting to provide comprehensive production support.
- Maintained professional relationships with vendors, securing necessary resources at competitive prices for productions.
- Streamlined communication between departments, ensuring smooth operations during shoots.
- Organized catering services for on-set meals, ensuring timely delivery of food to accommodate busy shooting schedules.
- Provided valuable input during pre-production meetings, contributing ideas to improve overall project outcomes.
- Managed script revisions and distribution to cast and crew for accurate scene preparation.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Oversaw calendar to assist in coordinating daily production schedule, managing shifts and adequate coverage.
- Worked with producers and other team members to meet deadlines.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines.
- Monitored footage throughout editing process to maintain quality control.
Production Assistant
Sharp Productions
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Prepared production reports, summarizing daily activities and progress for review.
- Conducted research for location scouting to identify suitable filming sites.
- Supported crew members with equipment setup by keeping necessary tools readily available.
- Managed equipment inventory by tracking usage and ensuring proper maintenance.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment, contributing to overall team productivity.
- Assisted in meeting tight deadlines by efficiently coordinating tasks with other team members.
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Provided reliable administrative support for the production team, enabling efficient task completion.
- Oversaw calendar to assist in coordinating daily production schedule, managing shifts and adequate coverage.
- Supported on-time project completion by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing workflow.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
- Developed positive relationships with vendors and suppliers, optimizing collaboration and quality of materials received.
- Enhanced quality of final video products by providing detailed feedback during review sessions.
- Negotiated with locations for shooting permissions, expanding variety of available settings for projects.
- Streamlined production process, reducing setup times for filming.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of production technology trends, suggesting equipment upgrades that improved output quality.
- Supported director by organizing schedules and coordinating logistics, resulting in smoother production flows.
- Facilitated smoother shoot days by preparing sets and equipment in advance.
- Improved team morale and productivity with regular coordination meetings and clear communication.
- Oversaw maintenance and storage of production equipment, extending its usable life and performance.
- Coordinated with department heads to ensure all materials were on set for scheduled shoots, enhancing efficiency.
- Compiled and managed comprehensive filing systems for production documents, improving access to critical information.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed on set, minimizing accidents and maintaining secure environment.
- Increased production team's ability to meet tight deadlines by efficiently managing script and storyboard changes.
- Facilitated communication between different production departments, ensuring all team members were informed of updates.
- Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
- Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.
- Supervised wardrobe, hair, and makeup needs for several actors simultaneously on remote shoot location.
Production Assistant
M2GG Productions
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Worked Closely with producer, director, and production team
- Performed on-set and off-set duties as asked by the producer
- Control crowd on the set and ensures shooting not disrupted
- Assisted in several aspects of film production
- Coordinated with staff and attended production meetings
- Communicated with writers, extras, and staff, and passed
- Second assistant camera clapper loader
- Operated clapperboard at beginning of each take
- Maintained shot log
Communications Coordinator
BET AWARDS
06.2018 - 06.2018
- Built strong relationships with key media contacts to ensure favorable coverage of company news and events.
- Assisted Event Coordinator in creating detailed timelines for each phase of an event project, ensuring timely completion of all tasks.
- Ensured smooth execution of on-site logistics by supervising setup, teardown, and vendor coordination during events.
- Maintained professional and organized appearance at all events, representing the company in a positive light to clients and attendees.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing attendee concerns promptly and professionally during events.
- Ensured timely delivery of event materials and equipment by coordinating with transportation providers and supervising load-in/load-out processes.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Managed volunteer recruitment and training efforts to build a reliable support staff for various events.
Education
Business Administration - Marketing
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX01.1997
Skills
- Staff management
- Strategic planning
- Business administration
- Staff development
- Regulatory compliance
- Team operations
- Project management
- Task delegation
- Program coordination
- Meeting facilitation
- Staff coordination
- Consulting
- Business development
- Media relations
- Contract management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Individual accountability
- Daily production reports
- New market research
- Industry partnerships
- Storyboard development
- On-location shoots
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team leadership
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Documentation and reporting
- Interpersonal communication
- Training and development
- Decision-making
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Hiring and training
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- MS office
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Performance tracking and evaluation
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Good judgment
- Professional and courteous
- Managing operations and efficiency
- Goal setting
- Administration and reporting
- Schedule management
- Staff training
- Team development
- Relationship building
- Project planning
- Shift scheduling
- Employee development
- Performance evaluations
- Needs assessment
- Onboarding and orientation
- Performance reviewing
- Conflict resolution
- Customer relations
- Multitasking Abilities
- Interpersonal relations
- Lead generation
- Task prioritization
Timeline
Assistant Director
Undivorcable Productions
12.2023 - 01.2025
Associate Producer
Texas Indie Filmmaker Awards
03.2022 - 03.2024
Event Assistant
Women That Soar Awards
11.2020 - 11.2023
Film Production Assistant
JF Bailey Films
03.2019 - 03.2022
Production Assistant
Sharp Productions
02.2019 - 04.2019
Communications Coordinator
BET AWARDS
06.2018 - 06.2018
Production Assistant
M2GG Productions
01.2018 - 02.2019
Business Administration - Marketing
Prairie View A&M University
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