Kate Janson

• Worked with the grip department in setting up lighting for shots. • Operated the clapperboard at the beginning of each take, marking the actors as necessary. • Assisted in loading and unloading the production truck. • Supported the cast and crew making sure all of their needs are met.

Escorted actors and actresses to and from their trailers, helped with crowd control and lockup, gave out schedules or scripts, collected paperwork, delivered film to various locations and managing extras. Ran errands and did whatever was asked... and more!

Responsible for the yearly productions. Maintained cast of 20-40 performers and in charge of technical direction, which included set design and set building. Knowledgeable with machinery and tools. In charge of property build.

Managed all office functions for a major television production company including expense reports, invoices, line producing duties and day-to-day operations. Worked with casting companies to secure talent for various reality shows. Acted as personal assistant to owners. Assisted with human resources functions associated with hiring and termination of personnel.

Assisted in background casting. Handled release forms for background extras.
 Organized and copied daily production sides.
 Assisted the 1st and 2nd associate directors with on-set tasks. Driver for talent and directors. Involved in on-set production.

Transcriber

Assisted the story producer and associate producers with show segments, including producing of field packages. Served as liaison between the executive producers and guest celebrities.
 stand-in for Ms. Henderson during technical rehearsals. Logged and transcribed all field packages. Researched information for show segments. Pitched ideas for show segments and themes.

Production Assistant