Ricardo Herrera
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Skilled writer, director, and producer with extensive film industry experience and a passion for storytelling. Known for strong leadership abilities, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards, all while fostering positive working environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Assistant Director /Stage Manager
Selected Freelance Work
11.2012 - Current
- Weekend At the End of the World - directed by Gille Klaban, 2024
- Bill Burr Hulu Comedy Special - directed by Ben Tischler, 2024
- CognAItive - directed by Tommy Savas, 2024
- Neal Brennan: Crazy Good Netflix Special - directed by Neal Brennan, 2023
- You, Me & Her - directed by Dan Levy Dagerman, 2023
- Jamojaya - directed by Justin Chon, 2022.
- Post Malone - Bud Light Seltzer Sessions New Year’s Eve, 2021
- Sofia Reyes - Reventón de Verano, 2021
- Becky G - Pure Golden Hour Sessions w/ Michelob ULTRA, 2021
- Definition Please - directed by Sujata Day, 2019
- Ms. Purple - directed by Justin Chon, 2018
- BuzzFeed Branded Content - 2015 - 2023
Producer - Branded Content
BuzzFeed Studios
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Developed production budgets and schedules for multiple projects, including videos for Warner Brothers, Sheeba, Yellowtail, Kevita, Expedia, and others..
- Managed the workflow of projects from concept through post-production.
- Established relationships with vendors to negotiate contracts in order to maximize production value while staying within budget parameters.
- Collaborated with directors, writers, designers, cinematographers, editors and other creatives throughout production process.
Production Assistant
Selected Freelance Work
03.2010 - 06.2013
- The Walking Dead Web Series - AMC - Greg Nicotero
- Wiz Khalifa – 'Black & Yellow' G-Mix Music Video - Motion Family
- Estelle ft. Rick Ross “Break My Heart” Music Video - Iren Brown
- Lupe Fiasco & Trey Songz - “Out Of My Head” Music Video - Gil Green
- T.I. - “Whatever You Like” Music Video - Dave Myers
- Last Comic Standing - NBC
Education
Associate of Arts - Film & TV Production
FullSail University
Orlando, FL01.2006
Skills
- Creating Budgets
- Creating Schedules
- Script Breakdowns
- Set and Location Scouting
- Strong Communication Skills
- Running Set
- Creating POs
- Creating and Maintaining Creative Decks/Wrap Books
- Efficient in most APPLE programs
- Efficient in most WINDOWS programs
- Organized and Detail-oriented
- High Standard for Quality
- Professionalism
- Strong Industry Network
- Works Well With Children
- Strong Leadership
- Crew Management
- Scriptwriting
- Video Editing
- Project Management
- Directing Experience
- Production Management
- Quick Learner
- Positive and Go-Getter Attitude
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Producer - Branded Content
BuzzFeed Studios
01.2015 - 01.2023
1st Assistant Director /Stage Manager
Selected Freelance Work
11.2012 - Current
Production Assistant
Selected Freelance Work
03.2010 - 06.2013
Associate of Arts - Film & TV Production
FullSail University
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