Mary Weaver

Screen casting applications and schedule introductory phone calls. Skype with potential brides and family members. Create casting packages to be sent to the network, which includes an edited skype interview, summary sheet and personal photos. Request appointments at bridal salon for selected brides to be filmed.

Coordinated a crew of 8 for the shows first back to back shoot days. Drafted a detailed beat sheet planning out the storyline in sequential order. Created a scheduled for shoot days and coordinated camera assignments. Collaborated with the director of photography for Interviews, verite and B-roll. Submitted a Hot sheet with summaries detailing events of shoot days.

Traveled to 12 cities; domestic and abroad with a crew of 8. Worked closely with field producer to organize scheduling for shoot days. Liaison between talent and the production office and gathered archival footage. Secured locations and releases domestically and abroad. Managed PA’’s and delegated tasks for travel and shoot days. Logged petty cash receipts, expense reports and managed crew debit card.

Manage and create postings on American Pickers Facebook. Conduct outreach in select states to generate publicity for the show. Screen, interview and cast contributors to be featured on the show. Cut casting videos and prepare summary sheets about potential contributors. Pitched presentations to key network executives for show content. Research specific items featured on the show, locate and contact experts and provide same-day feedback to the field during shoot days. Traveled with Executive Producers and scouted on location to interview and photograph potential contributors and their collections all over the country. Delivered same day reports on findings to the production team. Provide training to new employees.

Supported production team with setup and breakdown of all set materials and equipment. Coordinated meetings locations for audience members. Prepared release forms for all audience members. Maintained audience engagement and satisfaction throughout the show.

I shadowed the Associate Producer and assisted in editing video packages. I also gathered social media questions for the host to ask the guest during the live taping,