Melissa Duran
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Background in the entertainment industry, combining client relations and project coordination. Proven ability to manage high-pressure situations while delivering exceptional service. Ready to apply organizational strengths and problem-solving skills to contribute effectively in a dynamic internship environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part Time - Office Assistant
The Playground
12.2025 - Current
- Manage front desk operations by greeting students, instructors, and guests, answering phones, and responding to email inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Coordinate class schedules, student registrations, and studio bookings while maintaining accurate records and attendance logs.
- Process payments, prepare invoices, and assist with general administrative tasks including filing, data entry, and organizing office documents.
- Support daily studio operations by preparing classrooms, ordering supplies, and assisting instructors and staff with special events, workshops, and auditions.
Internship - Voiceover Assistant
DDO Artist Agency
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Read, analyze, and interpret casting breakdowns to identify role requirements and match suitable talent
- Working with online accounts used by actors and casting (LA Casting, Casting Frontier, Actor's Access, Casting.com)
- Calling out auditions to talent and responding to messages
- Tracking self-tapes
- Communicating with Commercial team deadlines & casting notes.
- Prepping VO auditions
- Editing VO files
Part Time - Food and Beverage Cashier
DisneyLand
02.2020 - 12.2025
- Acted as the first point of contact for guests, delivering exceptional customer service in a high-volume, fast-paced theme park environment.
- Handled cash, credit, and mobile payments with accuracy and efficiency.
- Managed daily transactions, balanced drawers, and supported smooth store operations by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Assisted with inventory tracking, restocking merchandise, and merchandising displays to enhance the guest shopping experience.
- Stayed informed on current Disney promotions, product launches, and seasonal offerings to better assist and engage guests.
Background Actor
Central Casting
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Obtained on-set production experience for television shows
- Portrayed various roles in crowded scenes, maintaining professionalism and enthusiasm throughout long shooting days
- Actively followed directions from directors to achieve desired outcomes
- Collaborated seamlessly with lead actors to develop a genuine on-screen atmosphere
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Television, Film and Media Studies
California State University, Los Angeles
05-2025
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Multi-Tasking
- Google Suite & Airtable
- Editing & Recording Videos/Audio
- Tracking Projects
- Project Coordination
- Social Media Management
- Attention to Detail
- Client & Talent Relations
- Excellent Communication
- Team collaboration
- Time Management
- Voiceover editing
- Casting coordination
Certification
- CWB Casting Certificate
- Cast It Systems 101 Certification
Volunteer
- LINC Housing
- OC Animal Care
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Awards Activities
- Employer of the Year (2021)
- Trainer of the Year (2024)
Timeline
Internship - Voiceover Assistant
DDO Artist Agency
01.2026 - 05.2026
Part Time - Office Assistant
The Playground
12.2025 - Current
Part Time - Food and Beverage Cashier
DisneyLand
02.2020 - 12.2025
Background Actor
Central Casting
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Television, Film and Media Studies
California State University, Los Angeles