Robert Dubiel
TV Writer, Executive Assistant
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Over the past ten years, I had the privilege of working alongside and collaborating with some of the most talented people in film/tv throughout every aspect of production from development to post production. Performed script coverage and creative development. Maintaining calendars, scheduling meetings. Multitasked by managing several film and tv shows in various stages, arranging private jet/pilot and helicopter travel. Proficiency in the following programs: Final Draft, Microsoft Office, Google Docs/Files, Avid, Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator.
Overview
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years of post-secondary education
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years of professional experience
Work History
TV Writer
Self Employed Writer
Los Angeles, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Develop, write, edit, and rewrite tv content.
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Proficiency in Final Draft software.
Showrunner Assistant
Netflix | Sony Pictures Studios - "Cobra Kai"
Los Angeles, CA
06.2019 - Current
- Performed general preproduction and writers room tasks: develop and pitch story and character ideas, track season arc, transcribe writers room notes.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Assisted writers in all aspects of preproduction and production.
- Oversee marketing and on set publicity shoots.
- Created polished and error-free correspondence to meet organizational needs and enhance communication between on set production and studios.
Executive Assistant to Robert De Niro
Canal Studios
New York, NY
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Handled logistics of private jet/helicopter travel arrangements (international and domestic).
- Assisted with rehearsals and daily preparations before filming.
- Prepared documents, reports and presentations for additional projects using advanced software proficiencies.
- Created expense reports, budgets throughout production of various films.
- Worked collaboratively with studio team by emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication between filming locations and NY studio.
Writer's Assistant
Paramount+ Pictures
Los Angeles, CA
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
- Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in person for research purposes.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
- Transcribed writers room notes and created spreadsheets and documents using Microsoft Office.
- Brainstormed and pitched material to writers room.
Assistant to the Producer
Todd Lieberman | Lionsgate
Los Angeles, CA
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Guided producers through development, preproduction and production of films: Divergent and Allegiant.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create content, new ideas and segments.
- Helped write multiple scenes in Allegiant script.
- Collaborated with producers on marketing strategies.
- Spearheaded publicity shoots and managed on-set marketing campaigns through all stages to completion.
- Developed budgets and managed production costs.
Cinematographer | Camera Operator
Disney Studios - "Surf Chefs"
Los Angeles, CA
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Create and plan lighting design on-set and in studio.
- Interacted with directors, producers and talent.
- Liaised with lighting and production team to resolve any issues related to camera, video, audio recording and lighting.
- Operated RED, ARRI, Panavision cameras.
Cinematographer
"Elvira's Movie Macabre" - TCM Studios
Los Angeles, CA
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Create and execute lighting design for tv show.
- Perform as cinematographer and camera operator.
- Read and understood scripts, shot lists and location plans.
- Collaborated with director to plan and implement desired production look.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
Camera Operator -
Eminem, Thom Yorke | Concerts
Los Angeles, CA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Set up lighting and audio for on-site and on-location filming, recorded footage and resolved technical issues.
- Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
- Operated Canon and Sony cameras.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematography
Columbia College Hollywood
Tarzana, CA 09.2009 - 06.2012
Associate of Arts - Philosophy
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, ILSkills
Content Development
Project Management
Creative writing
Copywriting
Grammar usage
Proofreading
Editing
Formatting abilities
Final Draft expertise
Photoshop/Illustrator expertise
Google Trends/Adwordsexpertise
Bilingual - Fluent in Polish
First generation from Polish immigrants
Timeline
TV Writer
Self Employed Writer
01.2020 - Current
Showrunner Assistant
Netflix | Sony Pictures Studios - "Cobra Kai"
06.2019 - Current
Executive Assistant to Robert De Niro
Canal Studios
06.2018 - 05.2019
Writer's Assistant
Paramount+ Pictures
07.2017 - 05.2018
Assistant to the Producer
Todd Lieberman | Lionsgate
02.2016 - 06.2017
Cinematographer | Camera Operator
Disney Studios - "Surf Chefs"
07.2013 - 06.2015
Cinematographer
"Elvira's Movie Macabre" - TCM Studios
01.2012 - 05.2013
Camera Operator -
Eminem, Thom Yorke | Concerts
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematography
Columbia College Hollywood
09.2009 - 06.2012
Associate of Arts - Philosophy
Eastern Illinois University