Melody Neal
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
Reliable individual with vast experience in the entertainment industry. Proven track record of collaboration, organization, and efficiency. Skilled in all aspects of production, including scheduling, budgeting, and technical setup. Adept at managing and overseeing production crew while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant
Macro Media LLC
Las Vegas, NV
09.2022 - 09.2022
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie-talkies to coordinate production activities
- Set up client meetings and coordinated travel arrangements for producer
- Acted as runner to distribute messages or items within film crew and cast
- Worked closely with director and producer team to ensure all creative vision was met according to script requirements
- Compiled daily reports detailing progress on individual projects for review by supervisors
- Logged and archived shot footage in established video database.
First Assistant Director
Kingdom Television Network
Las Vegas, NV
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations on set in order to maintain a safe working environment for everyone involved in the production process
- Managed daily call sheets, schedules and budgets to ensure that productions were completed on time and within budget
- Provided support to Producers by researching potential locations for filming projects or scouting new talent for upcoming productions
- Mentored junior team members by helping them develop their skills in areas such as scheduling, budgeting, problem solving
- Monitored workflow processes to identify areas where improvements could be made in order to increase efficiency.
Production Assistant
Kingdom Television Network
Las Vegas, NV
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed a deep understanding of union regulations related to set work in order to ensure compliance
- Contributed creative ideas towards improving overall quality of productions through efficient use of resources
- Communicated effectively with production staff, actors and crew to ensure everyone was on the same page regarding daily tasks
- Coordinated transportation needs for cast and crew members from one location to another
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when unexpected issues arose on set
- Managed time efficiently while multitasking in order to meet tight deadlines
- Maintained an organized inventory of props and equipment for easy access during filming.
Communications and Development Intern
Kingdom Television Network
Las Vegas, NV
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Logged notes via the Timecode+ app and submitted hot sheets for producers to save time with the production
- Participated in daily stand-up meetings with team members for project updates
- Assisted the Production Coordinator with different paperwork such as permits, shooting schedules, coding budgets for networks, employee timecards, NDA's, release forms, credit card worksheets etc, using Microsoft Office Suite & Google Workspace
- Accommodated camera and sound crew with prepping and setting up equipment
- Provided project management support to producers, and other members at Kingdom Television Network to help with development, planning, and video editing.
Set Production Assistant
70WesTv
Indianapolis, IN
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Facilitated communication between directors, producers and other key personnel on set
- Collaborated with production team members in order to achieve desired results within budget constraints
- Ensured proper maintenance of sets by cleaning up after each day's shoot and ensuring that the area is kept safe at all times
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when unexpected issues arose on set
- Communicated effectively with production staff, actors and crew to ensure everyone was on the same page regarding daily tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre -
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN06.2020
Skills
- Set Construction
- Managing Extras
- Wardrobe Organization
- Schedule Dissemination
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Production Support
- Administrative Support
- Workflow Optimization
- Production Scheduling
- Graphic Design
- Task Delegation
Timeline
Production Assistant
Macro Media LLC
09.2022 - 09.2022
First Assistant Director
Kingdom Television Network
01.2021 - 08.2022
Production Assistant
Kingdom Television Network
04.2020 - 01.2021
Communications and Development Intern
Kingdom Television Network
01.2020 - 03.2020
Set Production Assistant
70WesTv
09.2012 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre -
Indiana State University
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