Korinne Meier
Development & Programming Coordinator
Harrisburg,NC
Summary
Astute project coordinator, film producer, and educator. Highly organized and skilled relationship builder with experience supporting and managing the logistics for a high-profile talent, a producer and an executive director. Extensive experience in television production, talent acquisition, and development. Skilled interpersonal communicator in supporting cross-functional teams. Superior work ethic, with the ability to develop and maintain project milestones and effectively manage workflow and logistics in a multi-deadline driven environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Coordinator, Board Member
Black Girl Film Camp
Charlotte, NC
09.2020 - Current
- Assisted 10 up-and-coming directors through entire filmmaking process from script to screen. Listened to initial pitches, provided feedback and notes on scripts and plot points, led storyboard approval sessions, provided critiques of multiple script drafts, reviewed shot lists, helped to troubleshoot on-set and production problems, suggested efficient shooting schedules, oversaw workflows and provided cost-saving tips on-set, evaluated first cuts of film
- Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for Cinematic Storytelling and Storyboarding workshop
- Designed course materials and supported implementation of workshops for over 30 creatives including filmmakers, editors, creative coaches, and advisors
Professor of Film Studies
University Of North Carolina Charolotte
Charlotte, NC
08.2017 - Current
- Instructed students in directing principles such as blocking actors, creating dynamic compositions and how to tell poignant stories visually on limited budgets
- Taught hands-on classes on cinematography including lectures on lens and lighting and using various camera rigs such as dollies and shoulder rigs
- Educated students on production organizational skills including storyboarding, creating call sheets, releases, and set etiquette
- Designed and launched 3 new post-production courses: Editing and Post-Production Workflow, Music Video Production, and Fundamentals of Filmmaking
- Maintained and completed student records with accurate grades and attendance information, assigned and graded lessons for over 100 students
- Cultivated partnerships with entertainment industry professionals such as Dave Christiano, Christian film producer; Brett Dismuke, AMC Network's ALLBLK; Nichelle Tramble Spellman, producer for Reese Witherspoon's and Apple TV's Truth Be Told
- Boosted student enrollment and grew Film Studies program to become second largest within department by developing relevant and trending courses such as Music Video Production and Editing
- Increased departmental revenue by winning Chancellor's Diversity Grant
Executive Producer, Homecoming Feature Film
18Hundred Films
Clemmons, NC
06.2015 - 12.2016
- Booked High-Profile Talent, negotiated salary with Los Angles Talent Manager, maintained confidentiality, NDAs and contractual agreements
- Ensured strict compliance with Actor's SAG/AFRA union regulations by meeting all deadlines, adhering to union rules and daily filling out all paperwork and documentation for Union Talent
- Supervised creation process to verify on-brand, impactful and relevant content
- Interviewed and hired industry professionals to determine fit for production positions or roles
- Supervised production team of 40 cast and crew members to identify problems and provide effective solutions to maintain productivity, allowing production to stay on time and on budget
- Developed schedules for production and editing for timely delivery
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures
- Presented production ideas, ran Production and Tone meetings with department heads (camera, electric, wardrobe, make up, art department, security, transportation, set design)
- Reviewed finished product to determine quality and readiness for release
Producer, Nostalgia
18Hundred Films
Clemmons, NC
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Planned film shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion
- Improved production company operations and visibility by researching, and quickly learning and applying new technologies such as the latest camera gimbal rigs and RED Camera
- Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as unexpected actor schedule conflicts or crew turnaround time
- Orchestrated license agreements for music and footage, talent releases and distribution contracts
Intern, Lincoln Heights TV Series
ABC Family Network
Los Angeles, CA
05.2006 - 07.2006
- Compiled notes during meetings and pitched episodic story ideas in the Writer's Room
- Analyzed and researched scripts from previous episodes
- Interacted with staff writers, talent and crew to provide information to Showrunner
Reader
Preferred Artist
Los Angeles, CA
05.2004 - 06.2004
- Analyzed and read multiple scripts, story ideas and pitches weekly from prospective screenwriters seeking literary representation
- Provided quick turnaround coverage and developmental notes of current writers signed with agency
- Gave recommendations to agents about scripts' viability in marketplace in accordance with current trends and production company's brand
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
- Worked flexible hours: night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Education
Master of Arts -
California Institute of The Arts
Valencia, CA06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
St Mary's College of Maryland
St. Mary's City, MD06.2000
Cours De Civilisation Française Certificate - French Language And Literature
Sorbonne
Paris, France12.1998
Skills
- Executive and Operations Support
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking and Organization
- Records Administration
- Television and Film Production
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Adobe Creative Cloud
Affiliations
Advisor Board for nationally recognized Black Girl Film Camp
Career Highlights and Awards
- Produced and Directed the feature film Homecoming, starring Jasmine Guy (Different World and Grey’s Anatomy)
- Selected by Today’s Charlotte Woman Magazine to be featured in their June 2015 Issue highlighting the accomplishments of top female professionals in the Entertainment Industry in North Carolina
- Won Best Cinematography for Made in Charlotte 2014 Film Contest for the film Nostalgia
- Selected by the Executive Producer of ABC Family’s hit show Lincoln Heights to shadow the showrunner and television staff writers, 2006
- Selected by Vogue Magazine for work instructing under-resourced children in the Art of World Dance and Ballroom, 2006
Timeline
Curriculum Coordinator, Board Member
Black Girl Film Camp
09.2020 - Current
Professor of Film Studies
University Of North Carolina Charolotte
08.2017 - Current
Executive Producer, Homecoming Feature Film
18Hundred Films
06.2015 - 12.2016
Producer, Nostalgia
18Hundred Films
01.2014 - 08.2016
Intern, Lincoln Heights TV Series
ABC Family Network
05.2006 - 07.2006
Reader
Preferred Artist
05.2004 - 06.2004
Master of Arts -
California Institute of The Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts
St Mary's College of Maryland
Cours De Civilisation Française Certificate - French Language And Literature
Sorbonne
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