Leslie Kenney Distefano
Spring,TX
Summary
Hello! My name is Leslie Kenney-Distefano and I'd like to thank you for taking the time and consideration to read this. I have done many things on set and have been comfortable wearing many hats, from Production Design, to Gaffing to KEY PA. Dependable Production Assistant with successful track record handling multiple responsibilities. Hardworking professional eager to pitch in and help, including escorting actors to trailers, building sets and photographing locations.
I have been doing production work for almost 3.5 years and I enjoy every aspect of filmmaking and consider it very gratifying to see a film to completion.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant and Gaff Assist
The Undeserving-Directed by Joseph Elmore
05.2024
- Slated entire day of production
- Assisted gaffing, camera and talent department on a large property outside
- Made sure all crew and cast were in good spirits and hydrated throughout the day.
Camera PA and PA
Worst Enemy - Directed by Kevin Machate
04.2024
- Slated for entire production on shooting days 1 and 2
- Assisted with crafty setup and production design
- Was able to work with notable actors in a professional production environment
- Helped each department set up and pack out
- Was hired to assist specifically Camera dept and 1st AC get equipment set up and ready to go for shoot.
PA
Assist- Directed by Amy Tompkins
01.2024
- On this production, I served as a dedicated PA and assisted the gaffing department and slated on set
- I also picked up and delivered lunch and helped all departments pack out at the end of the shooting days on the production.
PA and Cast
The Repentant - Peter Pham
10.2023
- Regular PA duties, including helping shots get completed and onto the next scene
- Actual action and speaking role associated with this production.
Cast (homeless girl)
Walhalla In America
07.2023
PA and background cast
Disintegration
06.2023
- I served as PA on this production and also had some action roles
- On a large property, assisted with fire building and production design
- All the typical jobs a PA would have on a large property (people wrangling).
Cast (Dr. Samantha Striker)
Mission From Outer Space
03.2023
- Had action scenes and speaking roles in this production
- Had a limited amount of time to learn 3 paragraphs of dialogue (2 days).
PA & Production Designer and Cast
Mr. Grumpy Proof
10.2022
- Helped break down and set up and/or transport equipment
- Assisted both gaffing dept and camera department
- On this project, I was given the opportunity to work in the Art Dept as a production designer
- Also was in this film as background cast.
Production Assistant
Main Event Summer Pass Campaign
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Traveled to Dallas, TX to participate as a PA on a commercial shoot.
- Assisted production with coffee, food, fedex runs.
- Operated Diffuser machine for commercial.
- Helped all departments stay on task and kept the shooting area clean and organized.
Production Assistant
MEOW WOLF
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted with corporate commercial for a new art exhibit coming to Houston, TX
- Primarily an outdoor set, special attention given to cast and crew.
- Packed down and set up crafty space at 3 locations
- Dropped off media equipment at Texacam and Nadji Films
- Assisted with gaffing dept when necessary.
Production Assistant & Key PA & Cast
Death Merchant: City of Insurrection
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Coordinated communication between directors, cast and location managers in order to handle all issues and get to the next scene.
- Set up crafty area and helped pick up/deliver lunch on set, as well as regular KEY PA duties.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment, contributing to overall team productivity.
- Stayed on set to handle any and all extra responsibilities quickly and efficiently
- I was a Key PA for Robert Losardo on this set for a weekend. His focus and comfort were my priority.
- Also was in this film as background cast.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
Education
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
Weslaco, TX2001
Skills
- KEY PA proficient
- Best Girl Gaff experience
- Slating/Script experience
- Production Design Experience
- Art Department Experience
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking with efficiency
- Transportation Coordination
- Location Scouting
Other Commercial, Corporate or Shows I've done
- August 2024 : United We Dream's Just Flavors No Borders Cooking Show (Season 2) - Art Department and Key Set PA
- June 2024 : Chick Fil A Red Couch - Key Set PA
- June 2024 : Plastic Express commercial - Key PA and GAFF
- June 2024 : Christian Brothers Automotive corporate - Key Set PA
- June 2024: JFS (Jewish Family Services) - PA and GAFF
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Production Assistant and Gaff Assist
The Undeserving-Directed by Joseph Elmore
05.2024
Production Assistant
Main Event Summer Pass Campaign
05.2024 - 06.2024
Production Assistant
MEOW WOLF
05.2024 - 06.2024
Camera PA and PA
Worst Enemy - Directed by Kevin Machate
04.2024
PA
Assist- Directed by Amy Tompkins
01.2024
PA and Cast
The Repentant - Peter Pham
10.2023
Cast (homeless girl)
Walhalla In America
07.2023
PA and background cast
Disintegration
06.2023
Cast (Dr. Samantha Striker)
Mission From Outer Space
03.2023
PA & Production Designer and Cast
Mr. Grumpy Proof
10.2022
Production Assistant & Key PA & Cast
Death Merchant: City of Insurrection
06.2022 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
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