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Michelle Ellis

USA

Summary

Experienced professional with a rich background in project management, executive support, and creative content development. Skilled in managing complex calendars and coordinating logistics to enhance operational efficiency. Adept at conflict resolution and team building to foster collaborative environments. Proven ability to adapt and thrive in fast-paced settings while maintaining high standards of professionalism.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Tutor /Family Assistant

Self-employed
Beverly Hills, CA
01.2016 - Current
  • Personalized Instruction: Designed and implemented individualized educational programs to meet diverse learning needs, academic goals, and learning styles.
  • Family Collaboration: Built strong relationships with families, providing guidance on educational resources, learning strategies, and progress tracking to enhance student success.
  • Academic Progress Monitoring: Conducted quarterly assessments to evaluate student performance, delivered tailored feedback, and adapted lesson plans in collaboration with other educators.
  • Child Transportation: Safely transported children to and from school, extracurricular activities, and medical appointments while maintaining consistent and transparent communication with parents.
  • Calendar Coordination: Managed complex calendars for families, children, and household staff, ensuring smooth scheduling and daily operations.
  • Business Operations: Oversaw small business functions including invoicing, expense tracking, and payroll using online software QuickBooks.

Camp Counselor & Media Liaison (Contract)

Camp Rising Sun
Rhinebeck, New York
06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Instructional Support: Organized and facilitated age-appropriate educational activities, assisting with the setup and delivery of engaging learning sessions that promoted cognitive and social development.
  • Educational Media Creation: Produced and edited digital newsletters to highlight camper experiences, fostering connection and reflection through creative storytelling.
  • Youth Supervision & Safety: Ensured a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment by closely monitoring campers, responding to individual needs, and promoting respectful behavior.
  • Experiential Learning: Partnered with the nature coordinator to lead hands-on outdoor lessons, encouraging curiosity, environmental stewardship, and active participation.
  • Social-Emotional Growth: Promoted teamwork and conflict resolution through guided group activities, positive role modeling, and individualized behavior support.
  • Communication and Reporting: Maintained open lines of communication with leadership and fellow staff members to address behavioral, health, and safety concerns of campers support.

Executive Assistant / Project Manager (Contract)

Wallis Annenberg Legacy Foundation
Playa Vista, CA
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Event Logistics & Coordination: Planned and executed logistics for internal events including Halloween, Diwali, holiday parties, and executive one-on-one meetings—managing supplies, vendors, and timelines.
  • Safety & Compliance Communication: Partnered with the Safety Coordinator to develop a PowerPoint presentation outlining emergency procedures for fire, earthquake, methane leaks, and lockdowns, enhancing staff awareness and site preparedness.
  • Executive Calendar Management: Managed complex calendars for multiple executives and team members; scheduled meetings, coordinated cross-functional appointments, and organized guest visits and lunch arrangements.
  • Volunteer Program Oversight: Led volunteer coordination by creating schedules, assigning responsibilities, and developing training materials. Facilitated workshops to improve engagement and skill development.
  • Employee Wellness & Enrollment Support: Assisted with open enrollment initiatives and wellness programs, coordinating activities such as yoga sessions, team-building events, and catered staff lunches.
  • Operational & Administrative Support: Delivered high-level daily operational support by handling confidential communication, managing logistics, and ensuring smooth coordination of meals, meetings, and special projects.

C-Level Executive Assistant

GIA TECHNOLOGY INC
Nashville, TN
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Recruitment Support: Assisted in the recruitment process by scheduling pre-interviews, managing candidate communications, and ensuring a seamless interview experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
  • Onboarding Coordination: Supported the onboarding of new hires by overseeing the completion of documentation, setting up employee accounts, and ensuring a smooth transition into the company.
  • Training Coordination: Organized and facilitated training sessions for new hires, helping them integrate efficiently into the company culture and workflows.
  • Operational Support: Oversaw daily administrative functions, including calendar scheduling, travel arrangements, meal coordination, and handling confidential communications with discretion and efficiency.
  • Calendar Management: coordinating and maintained complex calendars for multiple team members, ensuring seamless scheduling of meeting, appointment and events across time zones.
  • Operational Support: Oversaw and provided high-level operational support by managing daily administrative tasks, coordinating logistics and meals, and handling confidential communications with discretion and efficiency.

Project Manager

Wizard Property LLC
Nashville, TN
01.2021 - 12.2023
  • Project Oversight: Led full renovation cycles of two residential properties from acquisition to sale, overseeing budgets, timelines, and team coordination to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Vendor & Contract Management: Negotiated contracts, built strong vendor relationships, and managed cross-functional teams including contractors, electricians, plumbers, and designers.
  • Financial Management: Oversaw all project-related finances, including bank transfers, issuing checks, and ensuring timely payments to vendors to maintain consistent cash flow.
  • Compliance & Permitting: Managed permits, scheduled inspections, and ensured adherence to local building codes and regulations to avoid project delays and legal issues.
  • Team Coordination: Facilitated communication across all stakeholders to align renovation goals, resolve issues proactively, and maintain progress toward project milestones.

Production Assistant


Happy Snails Production
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Production Logistics & Crew Coordination: Supported the production team by managing on-set logistics, crew organization, and daily operations to ensure smooth filming schedules.
  • Set & Equipment Management: Handled equipment setup, organized filming locations, and managed prop placement to support efficient scene transitions and continuity.
  • Talent Support: Assisted talent and department heads with scheduling, wardrobe coordination, and on-set needs to maintain a professional and efficient environment.
  • Communication: Maintained clear, consistent communication across departments to promote collaboration, resolve issues quickly, and keep production on track.
  • Assistant Director Support: Collaborated with the AD team on call sheet preparation, scene setup, and general crew support to keep the production moving seamlessly.

Writer / Actor

Exalted Media
11.2020 - 12.2020
  • Concept Development: Wrote an original comedic screenplay centered on a socially awkward girl’s unexpected romantic connection to her pimple, blending humor with character-driven storytelling.
  • Character and Dialogue Creation: Developed unique characters and crafted witty, engaging dialogue to match the film’s quirky tone.
  • Performance Execution: Starred in the lead role, delivering a performance aligned with the comedic and emotional intent of the script.
  • Multifaceted Role Management: Balanced responsibilities as both writer and actor, ensuring consistency in narrative flow and performance delivery throughout production.

Production Assistant / 2nd AD /Content Writer

Rosales Comedy Production
Los Angeles, CA
04.2018 - 04.2020
  • Script Development: Co-wrote original comedy sketches, helping shape story structure, tone, and comedic timing to align with the project's creative vision.
  • On-Set Assistance: Assembled stage sets and props with attention to detail and flexibility, consistently stepping in to meet production needs.
  • Project Support Contributed to the successful development of a short film by supporting advertising efforts, organizing and facilitating casting calls, and ensuring smooth audition logistics from start to finish.

Writer

A Cash at Hand Production
Los Angeles, California
12.2019 - 12.2019
  • Original Screenplay Development: uthored a 30-page original screenplay exploring futuristic themes with a modern twist, incorporating elements of superpowers and contemporary storytelling.
  • Character & Dialogue Creation: Developed compelling characters and crafted genre-appropriate dialogue to engage sci-fi audiences.
  • Collaborative Production: Worked closely with the director and producers to align the narrative vision with visual and production goals.
  • Narrative Structure: Structured the screenplay to maximize pacing and tension within the constraints of a short film format.
  • Budget & Production Alignment: Tailored story elements to fit the budgetary and logistical limitations of independent short film production.

Education

M.A. - Education Leadership

Antioch University
Culver City, CA
12.2016

B.A. - Political Science

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
08.2012

Skills

- Event planning expertise
- Executive support
- Media production coordination
- Educational program development

- Calendar management

- Content creation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Camp Counselor & Media Liaison (Contract)

Camp Rising Sun
06.2025 - 07.2025

Executive Assistant / Project Manager (Contract)

Wallis Annenberg Legacy Foundation
10.2024 - 04.2025

Production Assistant


Happy Snails Production
03.2023 - 05.2023

C-Level Executive Assistant

GIA TECHNOLOGY INC
06.2022 - 12.2023

Project Manager

Wizard Property LLC
01.2021 - 12.2023

Writer / Actor

Exalted Media
11.2020 - 12.2020

Writer

A Cash at Hand Production
12.2019 - 12.2019

Production Assistant / 2nd AD /Content Writer

Rosales Comedy Production
04.2018 - 04.2020

Private Tutor /Family Assistant

Self-employed
01.2016 - Current

M.A. - Education Leadership

Antioch University

B.A. - Political Science

University of North Dakota

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