Lee Smith
Associate Producer
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic Associate Producer with over 9 years of experience specializing in production coordination, casting, and location scouting. Proven ability to navigate the complexities of production projects with a pragmatic and problem-solving approach. Demonstrated success in television and event production, consistently delivering high-quality results in challenging environments
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Associate Producer, Vacationland
Untitled Feature Documentary
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked as AP on this docu-series pilot for Vice
- Worked with executive producer to coordinate shoots, scout locations, worked with talent and booked crew and sent out call sheets.
Producer
Heidi Klum's Annual Halloween Party
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Monitored project risks and scope creep to identify potential problems
- Escalated promptly any issues that may impact operations
- Purchased props and materials while adhering to strict budgets.
Post Associate Producer, Sharp Entertainment
Match Me Abroad
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with executive producer to coordinate pick up shoots, pulled footage for b-roll.
Associate Producer, NeIlix
Untitled Food Feature Documentary
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Worked as AP on this docu-series pilot for Netflix
- Worked with producer on casting and booked on-camera talent for a range of scenes.
Associate Producer, 11th Street Productions
Teen Mom: Young & Pregnant
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Worked as an AP on the of MTV series Teen Mom (season 1-3) and 16 & Pregnant (season 6)
- Collaborated with executive producer to coordinate shoots, scout locations, book crew and send out call sheets
- Reviewed and formed stories in field and interviewed involved parties; administered hard copy script to on-air talent
- Directed action in field and conducted cast interviews
- Worked closely with story producers to develop character story arcs.
Associate Producer
Wrestle
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Worked as AP for this documentary feature
- Worked with executive producer casting talent and scouting locations.
Associate Producer, Critical Content Productions
Catfish: Trolls
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Worked as AP on this 3 part series for MTV
- Worked with executive producer to coordinate shoots, scout locations, book crew and send out call sheets
- Reviewed and formed stories in field and interviewed involved parties; administered hard copy script to on-air talent
- Directed action in field and conducted cast interviews
- Worked closely with story producers to develop character story arcs.
Associate Producer, 11th Street Productions
Teen Mom
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Worked as AP on this 2 part series for MTV
- Worked with executive producer to coordinate shoots, scout locations, book crew and send out call sheets.
Associate Producer, Half Yard Productions
Little & Single
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Worked as AP on this docu-series pilot for TLC Network
- Worked with executive producer to coordinate shoots, scout locations, book crew and send out call sheets.
Associate Producer, A&E Digital
SNAPCHAT
09.2016 - 09.2016
- Worked as an AP for this SNAPCHAT series
- Worked as script supervisor, took story notes and helped manage talent needs.
Assistant Project Manager
The Participation Agency
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Monitored project risks and scope creep to identify potential problems
- Escalated promptly any issues that may impact operations
- Provided strategic direction during implementation stages
- Managed client expectations by ensuring delivery of highest quality service
- Monitored staff & team performance & acted on client feedback
- Coordinated build-outs and disassembly of sets
- Purchased props and materials while adhering to strict budgets.
Associate Producer, Sharp Entertainment
TRANsitioning
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Worked as AP for this production company on 6 part series for FYI Network
- Worked with executive producer to coordinate shoots, scout locations, hire crew and send out call sheets
- Conducted Skype casting interviews and assisted with pitch write-ups.
Associate Producer
Dear Desperado
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Worked as AP on two music videos and web pilot for this production company
- Assisted producer with developing creative.
Producer
Nike SB, Go Skateboarding Day
06.2015 - 06.2015
- Produced and managed activity tents for more than 1,000 visitors for this annual event.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery
General Manager/Buyer/Brand Rep
DQM/VANS
09.2011 - 05.2015
- Attended trade shows to scout and showcase new brands in store.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training and schedules.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability
Skills
Microsoft Office
Scheduling & logistics
Social media & branding
Effective Communication
Production Operations
Teamwork and Collaboration
Artshows
I'm also an independent artist focusing on painting urban streetscapes and portraiture.
2024 - Group show - Tenant Brooklyn
2024 - Solo show - Cafe Christie
2023 - Art fair - Spring Break Art Show “Secret Show NYC”
2023 - Group show - HUF Presents Made In NY
2023 - Art fair - Spring Break Art Show NYC
2023 - Art fair - Spring Break Art Show LA
2022 - Group show - Public Access Gallery
Timeline
Producer
Heidi Klum's Annual Halloween Party
10.2023 - 10.2023
Associate Producer, Vacationland
Untitled Feature Documentary
05.2023 - 12.2023
Post Associate Producer, Sharp Entertainment
Match Me Abroad
09.2022 - 12.2022
Associate Producer, NeIlix
Untitled Food Feature Documentary
05.2022 - 07.2022
Associate Producer, 11th Street Productions
Teen Mom: Young & Pregnant
09.2018 - 05.2022
Associate Producer
Wrestle
01.2018 - 03.2018
Associate Producer, Critical Content Productions
Catfish: Trolls
05.2017 - 08.2017
Associate Producer, 11th Street Productions
Teen Mom
03.2017 - 05.2017
Associate Producer, Half Yard Productions
Little & Single
01.2017 - 03.2017
Associate Producer, A&E Digital
SNAPCHAT
09.2016 - 09.2016
Assistant Project Manager
The Participation Agency
05.2016 - 08.2016
Associate Producer, Sharp Entertainment
TRANsitioning
09.2015 - 04.2016
Associate Producer
Dear Desperado
07.2015 - 08.2015
Producer
Nike SB, Go Skateboarding Day
06.2015 - 06.2015
General Manager/Buyer/Brand Rep
DQM/VANS
09.2011 - 05.2015
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