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Tabitha L. Wheeler

Ashland,OR

Summary

Passionate, creative-minded visionary and entrepreneur with broad experience in television and film production, marketing, and public relations, looking for entertainment related opportunities that can excite constituent groups, build consumer loyalty, and expand patronage while maximizing financial outcomes. Particular strengths in production strategy, script analysis, inclusive storytelling, and strong character development.

Overview

Work History

Marketing Lead: Chu Tat-Shing Art Exhibition

ColorWheel Art
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Incorporated product changes into marketing messages to drive customer engagement and maximize profits.
  • Worked closely with product development teams to create and maintain marketing materials for sales presentations and client meetings.
  • Improved product marketing objectives by constructing communication initiatives and branding strategies to increase client outreach.

Assistant Production Coordinator

HBO, Elsewhere Films

On-set support:

  • Managed paperwork, collected release forms and signatures from participants and extras.
  • Adapted to assist wherever necessary to ensure the overall success of the production.
  • Acted as a liaison between different departments and relayed information effectively.
  • Assisted in with loading and unloading equipment and props, as well as maintained a clean and organized set.

Producer: The Lost Years of Shakespeare

Independent Contractor
  • Created and managed production schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to achieve project goals.
  • Secured shooting locations, permits, equipment, and talent, negotiating favorable terms to optimize production resources.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, investors, and other stakeholders, keeping them informed about project progress and addressing feedback and concerns.
  • Maintained high standards of production quality, ensuring consistency and alignment with project objectives.
  • Collaborated with The Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Director: The Lost Years of Shakespeare

Independent Contractor
  • Guided actors to achieve authentic and emotionally resonant performances that enhance storytelling.
  • Collaborated with cinematographer to translate directorial vision into visual sequences, framing, lighting, and camera movement.
  • Conceptualized and shaped artistic vision of the film, ensuring alignment with the project's genre, tone, and intended message.

Producer: Oregon Fringe Festival

Oregon Center For The Arts
  • Effectively connected with artists across multiple mediums to ensure meticulous attention to their unique needs and execution of all desired aspects of their participation in the festival.
  • Arranged availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation and displays for various types of exhibits.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Presented succinct schedules and timelines for events.

Creative Director: SOU Film Festival

Southern Oregon University
  • Provided strategic direction and creative vision to guide the development of brand identity, event coordination, and participant inclusivity
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to align creative efforts with a overarching goals
  • Manage project budgets, resources, and timelines effectively, ensuring efficient allocation of creative resources to meet project demands
  • Ensure brand consistency across all touchpoints and communication channels, both online and offline

Marketing Video Director

Ashland Independent Film Festival
  • Lead the casting process, selecting actors, models, and on-screen talent that embody the campaign's narrative and brand identity.
  • Developed creative concepts for the advertising campaign that aligned with client goals and effectively communicated key messages.
  • Directed on-set activities, guiding camera operators, lighting technicians, and other crew members to execute the visual concept effectively.
  • Stayed informed about emerging trends in advertising, technology, and visual storytelling to incorporated innovative approaches into the campaign.

Production Assistant

Tyler Maddox Visuals, Cerakote
  • Collaborated with the production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
  • Communicated with other crew members via walkie-talkies to coordinate production activities.
  • Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.

Production Coordinator Intern

Elsewhere Films, Independent Feature
  • Learned from experienced professionals on set by observing workflows, roles, and techniques to enhance industry knowledge.
  • Adapted quickly to unforeseen challenges and assist in finding solutions to keep production running smoothly.
  • Collaborated with production team to set up shooting locations, ensuring all necessary equipment and props are available and arranged appropriately.
  • Assisted in arranging catering, craft services, and other amenities to create comfortable working environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Digital Cinema

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR
06.2023

Skills

  • Video Production
  • Adobe Systems Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Editing, Website and Graphic Design
  • Screenwriting
  • Film Direction
  • Production Management
  • Production Design
  • Budgeting
  • Client Presentations
  • Copyediting
  • Event Planning
  • Press Releases and Proposal Writing

Accomplishments

  • Best Picture - SOU Student Film Festival [2023]
  • Best Narrative Short - SOU Student Film Festival [2023]
  • Honorable Mention Best Story - SOU Student Film Festival [2023]
  • Chu Tat Shing Art Exhibition Certificates of Recognition

United States Congress - Judy Chu [2023]

State of California Legislature - Mike Fong [2023]

State of California Legislature - Miguel Santiago [2023]

County of Los Angeles - Hilda L. Solis [2023]

  • Outstanding Senior Award - SOU Digital Cinema Gala [2023]
  • Athlete of the Year - SOU Dance Team [2022]
  • Calculus Scholar - Oregon STEM Awards [2019]

Timeline

Marketing Lead: Chu Tat-Shing Art Exhibition

ColorWheel Art

Assistant Production Coordinator

HBO, Elsewhere Films

Producer: The Lost Years of Shakespeare

Independent Contractor

Director: The Lost Years of Shakespeare

Independent Contractor

Producer: Oregon Fringe Festival

Oregon Center For The Arts

Creative Director: SOU Film Festival

Southern Oregon University

Marketing Video Director

Ashland Independent Film Festival

Production Assistant

Tyler Maddox Visuals, Cerakote

Production Coordinator Intern

Elsewhere Films, Independent Feature

Bachelor of Science - Digital Cinema

Southern Oregon University
Tabitha L. Wheeler