Joe DeCourcey
Summary
Results-oriented Production Assistant versatile in navigating demanding movie and live action sets. Dedicated support staff with clarity and attention to detail in executing the filmmaker's vision. Energetic and professional assistant with complex understanding of technologies and tenets of effective production.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer
"The Understudies" Short Film
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Planned video shoots on location and in studio that required over 20 cast and crew members.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Coordinated with vendors to obtain supplies needed for shoots at best value for money
Assistant Production Manager
ISB Production Company At The World Games 2022
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Production Assistant
"Wire Room" Movie
12.2021 - 12.2021
- 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.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Maintained schedules, managed deadlines and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
Camera Operator
Scholar Dollars PSA
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
- Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots.
- Liaised with lighting and production team to resolve any issues related to camera, video, audio recording and lighting.
- Used both video and still shot cameras to capture.
Camera Operator
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
- Operated television studio cameras during live production.
- Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots.
- Operated Black Magic cameras during shooting to obtain high-quality shots.
- Operated television cameras for over 3 live broadcasts.
Script Supervisor
"Home" Short Film
11.2020 - 11.2020
- Wrote reports on previous days productivity and complied paperwork for post-production.
- Read scripts to double check for continuity.
- Provided actors with dialog start points and other details for pick up shots.
Office Production Assistant
Logan Productions
08.2023 - Current
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by assisting in the coordination of post production work and occasional on-set shoots.
- Delivered exceptional assistance while addressing inquiries from clients, vendors, and colleagues in a timely and professional manner.
- Managed travel arrangements for production staff efficiently, ensuring flights, accommodations, and ground transportation were booked according to personal preferences while adhering to budget limitations.
- Created purchase orders and tracked invoices to avoid missed or payments
- Ensured timely completion of tasks with effective scheduling and prioritization.
- Streamlined communication channels by managing emails and phone calls for the production team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2023
Skills
- Production Management
- Budgeting
- Media communications
- Film crew support
- Location management
- Versatile in Premiere Pro and Avid editing software's
- Can write script coverage
- Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Timeline
Office Production Assistant
Logan Productions
08.2023 - Current
Producer
"The Understudies" Short Film
01.2023 - 05.2023
Assistant Production Manager
ISB Production Company At The World Games 2022
07.2022 - 07.2022
Production Assistant
"Wire Room" Movie
12.2021 - 12.2021
Camera Operator
Scholar Dollars PSA
06.2021 - 07.2021
Camera Operator
Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
06.2021 - 07.2021
Script Supervisor
"Home" Short Film
11.2020 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
The University of Alabama