Melissa Wakefield
Production Assistant /driver
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
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. Offer expert support to film professionals to enhance organizational efficiency and accomplish challenging targets. Well-organized, efficient and forward-thinking in multitasking to meet different demands. Talented planner, problem-solver and decisive supply manager with solid filming background. Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Leverages confidence of expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results. Motivated Production Assistant offering 5 years of experience working on all types of sets. Knowledgeable about all facets of production with meticulous eye for detail and commitment to quality.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant
2001 FILMS, INC.
Brooklyn, NY
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and evolving designs.
- Weighed and measured items to prevent waste and meet quality standards.
- Delivered assistance to office and production functions using excel.
- Completed logs and reports detailing production data such as volume, materials used and quality assurance results, helping management make accurate operational decisions.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Addressed supply problems and developed creative solutions to prevent delays.
- Checked prices and calculated totals for accurate invoice processing.
Production Assistant
Brien Justiniano
New York, NY
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and evolving designs.
- Weighed and measured items to prevent waste and meet quality standards.
- Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
- Reviewed film and gave suggestions about flow, quality and other issues.
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Input data to create updated status reports for quick reference of project progress and deadlines.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
Driver
Brien Justiniano
New York, NY
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Delivered employees and materials to job sites daily.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles safely and securely stowed baggage to minimize damage risk.
Production Assistant
HBO
New York, NY
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and evolving designs.
- Weighed and measured items to prevent waste and meet quality standards.
- Delivered assistance to office and production functions.
- Completed logs and reports detailing production data such as volume, materials used and quality assurance results, helping management make accurate operational decisions.
- Managed digital assets and resources for business, promotional and routine filming use.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Addressed supply problems and developed creative solutions to prevent delays.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
- Supported world-class directors and service delivery to client community.
- Reviewed film and gave suggestions about flow, quality and other issues.
Casting Assistant
Mellicent Dyane
Brooklyn, NY
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Witnessed all rounds of auditions to determine most qualified talent for roles.
- Negotiated payments, schedules and billing with actors and agents.
- Scheduled appointments for auditions or readings with available actors.
- Conducted interviews with multiple candidates to test suitability.
- Sent out audition materials such as scripts and sheet music about casting requirements.
- Examined scripts to understand storyline and needed roles.
- Managed expenditures to keep casting budget in check.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team of actors, directors and producers to determine role's requirements.
- Completed talent acquisition and management for multiple + internal and external placements.
- Auditioned and interviewed performers to match attributes to specific roles or to increase pool of available acting talent.
- Worked closely with producers and directors to define casting needs and deliver casting options according to expectations through comprehensive talent binders.
- Drove communication between directors, producers, talent agents and actors to maintain efficient casting practices and execution.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Technical Career Institutes
New York, NY 04.2022 - 06.2022
Skills
Production support
Film deliveries
Locking up sets
Film crew support
Telephone etiquette
Crowd control
Show planning
Escorting actors
Production background
Administrative support
Breakdown expertise
Conducting interviews
Talk show hosting
Continuous Improvement
Upbeat delivery
Production Scheduling
Writing and editing
Informative announcements
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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photography, music, writing painting
On my leisure time I enjoy writing , because I keep up with my daily logs of what I was productive and non productive with . I also allows me to be myself and express things I want to articulate. Once I put that a camera in my hand I love to snap pictures and video of special moments with family friends and foes ... Music set my soul free and is a way express my inner child. when I dance I try to be as fun and funny as I want to be especially entertaining the people I'm around .. seeing people laugh I love most of all .
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Production Assistant
2001 FILMS, INC.
08.2022 - 08.2022
Production Assistant
HBO
06.2022 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Technical Career Institutes
04.2022 - 06.2022
Production Assistant
Brien Justiniano
03.2022 - 08.2022
Driver
Brien Justiniano
03.2022 - 08.2022
Casting Assistant
Mellicent Dyane
01.2022 - 02.2022
photography, music, writing painting
On my leisure time I enjoy writing , because I keep up with my daily logs of what I was productive and non productive with . I also allows me to be myself and express things I want to articulate. Once I put that a camera in my hand I love to snap pictures and video of special moments with family friends and foes ... Music set my soul free and is a way express my inner child. when I dance I try to be as fun and funny as I want to be especially entertaining the people I'm around .. seeing people laugh I love most of all .