Kevin Liam Higgins
Production Assistant
155 Central Avenue#3B, Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Punctual Production Assistant with expertise in managing extras, supporting film crews and finding effective solutions to problems. Creative professional remains calm and composed in all types of situations. Promotes positive attitude, great people skills and self-motivation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Production Assistant
Various
New York, NY
10.2020 - Current
- Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets.
- Maintained schedules, managed deadlines and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
- Supported directors and service delivery to client community.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
- Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Interacted positively with actors and actresses when escorting to and from trailers during filming.
- Reviewed film and gave suggestions about flow, quality and other issues.
- Coordinated with producers to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
Podcast Producer
Various
New York, NY
01.2020 - Current
- Coordinated with podcast hosts, publicists, and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Followed up with customers after sale to maximize satisfaction.
- Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as changes in the schedule of both hosts and talent.
- Researched and pitched guests that reflected unique sensibilities of the podcast I worked for.
- Collaborated with podcast hosts to define and propel their mission and vision.
- Generated leads through cold calling, networking and social media.
- Planned podcast recordings remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
Assistant Producer
Various
New York, NY
07.2013 - Current
- Guided producers and in best story development practices to encourage innovation in production technique.
- Coordinated with producers and talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
- Drove sales by negotiating deals and managing payment processing.
- Planned video shoots remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as getting projects SAG registered and coordinating reshoots in case of a change in actors schedules.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
- Generated leads through cold calling, networking and social media.
- Followed up with customers after sale to maximize satisfaction.
- Orchestrated license agreements for footage, talent releases and distribution contracts.
Education
Minor - Film And Video Production
SUNY Purchase
Purchase, NY 09.2011 - 06.2016
Skills
Film crew support
Show planning
Production support
Escorting actors
Production background
Conducting interviews
Manufacturing and Production Best Practices
Writing and editing
Production Scheduling
Continuous Improvement
Print and Digital Media
Timeline
Production Assistant
Various
10.2020 - Current
Podcast Producer
Various
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Producer
Various
07.2013 - Current
Minor - Film And Video Production
SUNY Purchase
09.2011 - 06.2016