John Vasquez
Production Assistant
Ewing,NJ
Quote
Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
Winston S. Churchill
Summary
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Highly-motivated, with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Skills
- Film deliveries
- Production support
- Film crew support
- Radio and TV announcing
- Production understanding
- Photography
- Sound editing
- Frame composition
- Shoot preparation
- Telephone etiquette
- Excllent Communication Skills
- Conducting interviews
- Print and Digital Media
- Informative announcements
- Administrative support
Work History
TV Production Assistant
Kid Colombia Pictures LLC
Ewing, New Jersey
07.2015 - Current
- Assisted Director of Photography with capturing B-roll and other angled shots for projects and events.
- Keep a steady rotation of charged camera batteries ready for each shoot.
- Organized and coordinated key communications between cast and technical crew.
- Prepared sets by transporting equipment and supplies to location and positioning people and props.
- Assisted during video shoots by confirming sound quality and adjusting lighting.
- Remained alert, active and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
- Set up, adjusted and operated audio-visual equipment, cameras, or film and slide projectors for meetings, events and video conferences.
Artist's Assistant Intern
Artyard
Frenchtown, NJ
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Video Documented and Photographed the construction of
- Artist Alexandre Arrechea's Watercolor Mural
- Learned to Use video editing software, Adobe Rush
- Ushered/ Filmed live stage performances
- Edited Footage of stage productions and Arrechea's
- Watercolor Documentation
- Assisted in organizing, setting up and removal of stage equipment
- Filmed Artyard's annual “Hatch festival”
- Assisted Artist In overall content for exhibition.
- Assisted with exhibition set up in event spaces, displaying art pieces to be aesthetically pleasing and well-lit for best viewing.
- Transformed artistic concepts into characters, environments and other objects to reflect artist's vision.
- Nurtured relationships with artists and other internal partners to create positive rapport for future projects.
Bartender
Famous Events
Woodbridge, NJ
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests
Radio Production Intern
WTSA 96.7 Radio Station
Brattleboro, VT
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Produced new station imaging and promotions using audio editing software
- Produced commissions for local business that paid for advertisements and recorded their voiceover for the advert
- Learned proficient audio editing skills with Adobe Audition
- Focused close addition to details and always tweaking before finalizing projects
- Met project deadlines consistently by working effectively with team members and staying on top of milestone schedules
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
Back Server / Waiter
The Peacock Inn
Princeton, NJ
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained the polish and cleanliness of Mise en Plas and fine glassware for the guests
- Served appetizers and entrees
- Managed providing and presenting “Amuse-Bouche,” or chef-selected appetizer after the guests ordered
- Learned how to manage tasks in a fast environment
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests
- Consistently received 100% positive customer feedback
- Created a list of signature drinks that increased bar revenue by 15%
- Recognized for outstanding customer service
- Accomplishments
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication and Entrepreneurial
Landmark College
Putney, VT12.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Landmark College
Putney, VT05.2021
Bartending Certification - Mixology 101, And Tips & Safe Serving
Famous Bartending School
Woodbridge, NJ05.2020
Timeline
Artist's Assistant Intern
Artyard
06.2022 - 08.2022
Radio Production Intern
WTSA 96.7 Radio Station
06.2021 - 07.2021
Bartender
Famous Events
08.2020 - 08.2022
Back Server / Waiter
The Peacock Inn
07.2020 - 01.2021
TV Production Assistant
Kid Colombia Pictures LLC
07.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communication and Entrepreneurial
Landmark College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Landmark College
Bartending Certification - Mixology 101, And Tips & Safe Serving
Famous Bartending School
Work Availability
monday
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