Marilu Pagoni
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
As an Assistant Director, I’ve honed my skills in scheduling, team coordination, and on-set organization. I’ve successfully led productions with large teams, ensured safety, and delivered projects efficiently under tight deadlines. With my technical expertise and multilingual abilities, I bring versatility and reliability to any production team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Assistant Director
Daughter in Law
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Organized cast movements and ensured timely preparation for scenes.
- Facilitated on-set communication between departments to maintain workflow.
- Supported the 1st AD in creating and distributing call sheets and schedules.
1st Assistant Director
The Cloud - Short Film
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed and managed detailed daily shooting schedules to ensure the production stayed on time and within budget, accommodating tight timelines for a two-day shoot.
- Maintained set safety and managed logistics, including call sheets and protocols.
- Coordinated and communicated with the crew to ensure smooth production.
1st Assistant Director
LAover - Music Video
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Successfully created a call sheet and organized the shoot in two days
- Communicated with location and made sure everyone was on set on time
- Helped complete a 5-page shoot in less than 5 hours
1st Assistant Director
Rock Bottom - Short Film
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Communicated with cast and crew through email, making sure that everyone had the information they needed before we went on set
- Created a script breakdown as well as a schedule that was accurately followed on set
- Helped the director and producer communicate their vision to the crew
2nd Assistant Director
Risk Factor - Short Film
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Created and sent out call sheets to the cast and crew
- Assisted the 1st Assistant Director on set
- Set up rehearsals with the cast and crew
1st Assistant Director
Leucotome - Short Film
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Communicated with the stunt coordinator and was caught up on safety measures
- Helped maintain a professional and fun environment
- Created and accurate and efficient schedule for a 4-day shoot
1st Assistant Director
Sacrifice - Short Film
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Scheduled a 5-day shoot, made sure everyone received a call sheet and all other information they needed prior to coming on set
- Broke down a 30-page script and communicated with art department thoroughly, since the set dressing was very complex
- Ran safety meetings for every day on set, motivating and making sure every cast and crew member was comfortable and safe
1st Assistant Director
KAI - Short Film
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Worked with over 50 people on set, making sure everyone is safe
- Communicated with cast and crew on and off set to insure a successful shoot
- Ran blocking rehearsals as well as production meetings prior to filming
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film Production
Los Angeles Film School
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Word
- Movie Magic Scheduling
- Davinci Resolve
- Photoshop
- PowerPoint
- Google Drive
- Google Sheets
- Final Draft
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
2nd Assistant Director
Daughter in Law
01.2025 - 01.2025
1st Assistant Director
The Cloud - Short Film
08.2024 - 08.2024
1st Assistant Director
LAover - Music Video
12.2023 - 12.2023
1st Assistant Director
Rock Bottom - Short Film
11.2023 - 11.2023
2nd Assistant Director
Risk Factor - Short Film
11.2022 - 11.2022
1st Assistant Director
Leucotome - Short Film
08.2022 - 08.2022
1st Assistant Director
Sacrifice - Short Film
02.2022 - 02.2022
1st Assistant Director
KAI - Short Film
01.2022 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Film Production
Los Angeles Film School
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