Reuel P. Belt

Field and Office AP. I booked locations, coordinated locations, managed appearance/material releases, food, assisted ENG crew, screened & logged all field footage, cast other hospice patient options.

•    managed budget of $25K •    developed interstial first look movie premier program to increase ad sales revenues •    negotiate purchase of classic PD films for network usage

•    managed new reality series budget of $850K •    scheduled, field produced and managed shooters and associate producers for "reveal" segments •    reviewed story elements and provided creative direction in post to manifest conflict and tension

•    managed budget of $650K •    tracked deliverables and media ingest for post delivery •    booked key talent and completed contracts and travel for crew •    direct team of associate producers, coordinators, and production assistants •    secured on camera, appearance, and publication releases

•    serve as coordinator for Emmy-award winning Executive Producer David Wasser •    track deliverables and media for ingest •    review content for quality control •    negotiate charges for special editing sessions •    cost tracking of $600K budget

Reference: Roy Ennis, Senior Vice President email: rennis@rl.tv cell: 443.835.8013 office: 410.402.9641 •programming assistant for scheduling of weekly shows for network (via SIMS) •build weekly on-air promotional schedule •select video clips for web, AD sales, and affiliate channel usage •copywrite programming descriptions for web and on-air listings • Manage, organize and direct ENG crews •Build and develop budgets and schedules for shows in development and AD Sales •Process invoices, contracts, and insurance certs •Reconcile and track budgets and expenses - $4M slate •Liaise with SAG AFTRA to negotiate extension of terms for television network of 25M+ viewers •serve as a development manager tracking external acquisitions and story pitches •develop, one sheets and tracking document for incoming pitches and treatment •attend pitch meetings at Real Screen

•    Assist Director of Photography, Lighting Director, Camera and Sound with lighting and preparing scenes for 1st team actors •    Set marks and eye-lines for camera move, jib and dolly shots •    Assist Script Supervisor, Property Dept., and Wardrobe with achieving continuity

•Supported and executed efforts to re-establish the ‘Change Fund’, providing needed funding for ABC •Reported program highlights to ABCs Executive Leadership, Board of Directors, and local Elected Officials

•    produced interstial ad spots with show content for presenting sponsor - Fidelity investments •    booked key talent and completed and negotiated contract and travel for host Paulie DiMeo •    coordinated permitting, meals and wrap times for field crews •    manage team of production assistants and interns

•    coordinate contracts and start work for crew of 25+ •    process weekly invoices and purchases for budget of $650K •    approve and audit petty cash floats •    book accommodations and travel for EIC •    make sure all releases, drives and paperwork come back from the shoot correctly for archival

•    coordinate contracts and start work for crew of 25+ •    on site coordinator for studio shoots •    create and distribute call sheets and production schedule to crew •    manage team of production assistants and interns •    process timecards, expense reports, and travel for talent •    manage budget of $300K

•    serve as coordinator and associate producer to Emmy award winning EP •    track deliverables and media ingest of field production packages •    review content for quality control •    negotiate charges and expenses for producer travel, vo sessions, and talent •    complete contracts for field teams and talent •    manage team of production assistants and interns

•    managed budget of $650K •    1st AD and assistant to key talent and host Jane Pauley for ABC Marquee studio shoot •    wrangle talent and guest panelists, organize travel and assist with set needs •    negotiate location fee and crew costs with ABC Studios •    manage team of associate producers, coordinators, and production assistants

• Scouted and selected top talent from the Baltimore/DC/Philadelphia market • Contacted local media outlets, venue owners, and DJs to publicize event and find contestants • Directed and organized editing of contestant sizzle reels • Identify 6 lead contestants out of 1000s to debut on this original program from the CW Network

•Successfully assisted Development department with achieving ground breaking success to increase the Calvert School Annual Fund to surpass $1M raised annually •Represented the Class of ’96 as a member of both the Alumni Board and Diversity Council •Wordsmith of Diversity Statement for usage by School Administration

• Directed and interviewed “A-List” talent before shoot for completion of sizzle reels • Developed strategy to market Indie film ($10M) to lacrosse enthusiasts throughout the Mid-Atlantic region • Talent handler for off set events in Boston and Baltimore area • Assisted Producers by supplying lacrosse relevant news and staffed sport-specific National events

• Coordinated logistics and transportation for Cedric the Entertainer • Managed back stage and VIP pre and post events keeping talent on schedule • Promoted and marketed after party via social media platforms

• Cast key talent for 2nd Unit day player roles • Served as on set talent handler and wrangler for actors • Completed and managed start work and 100s of talent applications for award winning mini-series

• Secured scenic locations for 1:1 interviews and b-roll • Executed needs of Executive Producers Arthur Smith and Kent Weed • Completed logistics and security runs with Chef Ramsay’s personal security • Shared local story beats and community news and notes with story producers

•Operated Baltimore City’s largest free non-profit lacrosse league for boys and girls ages 5 – 12 •Used my 2004 National Lacrosse Championship title to negotiate discounts for youth players from vendors •Processed invoices and managed budget of over $100K •Booked premier guest speakers, mentors and media coverage for season practices and games

• Coordinated red carpet photography and behind the scenes footage of “A-List” talent • Supplied marketing strategy to increase visibility during Baltimore Grand Prix Weekend • Selected deliverables for usage in global social media campaign • Managed and directed multiple-photographers and videographer to get full event coverage

•Completed confidential special projects and prepared briefings on key, critical, and legislative issues •Drafted correspondence to elected officials, community leaders, and citizens on behalf of Atty. General •Staff Coordinator for the Advisory Committee on Campaign Finance (Reported completed January 2011) •Spokesman and community liaison to minority constituents and religious organizations

• Reacts quick in stressful situations • Calm under pressure • Comfortable dealing with hard personalities** • Strong organization and communication skills • Experience booking domestic/ international travel • A positive attitude and able to roll with the punches • Experience with heavy calls and calendar management • Familiarity being on set • Ability to travel and work production hours ##### Originally from Baltimore, Maryland (yup, the Wire and home of the NFL Champs Ravens) and I love stories and have an eye for drama and ability to wrangle talent and work with CEO/Prez/VP/EIC/PR and outside vendors (past life was in political fundraising, press secretary/relations, and speech-writing). Have rolled my sleeves up working in small crews under 10 and producing projects with 50-100 crew members; sometimes with my older filmmaker brothers Rashid (TV One/BET/Asylym/MTV/Fox) and Leon Jr. (ESPN 30 for 30). Have an uncanny understanding of the nature and changes that come up when working on unscripted/reality shows and set in general and use my humor and athletic background to make things work out awesome. OUTSTANDING references are available and if that was not enough I have worked as DGA Stage Manager, Travel Manager and Director for other productions (and shhhh actor) so I can wear many hats on your set! My schedule is flexible for travel.

•Secured over $100K in funds through sponsorships and sales for live Comedy charity event •Booked comedic talent and crew - negotiated and completed deal memos and performer contracts •Art direction for all elements of this 500+ attendee live event •Served as on-air Spokesman for FOX news syndicate WBFF45 to promote event

• Class of 1958 liaison team member, responsible for securing $3M in class support for University • Inaugurated Bob Scott “Father of Lacrosse” annual scholarship fund with $100K in alumni donations • Completed administrative tasks, budgeting, and created visual presentations for Executive Director • Diversity and Inclusiveness Taskforce member focused on recruitment and retention projects

Serve as right hand to Owner/Creative Director and Producers shooting various projects for clients including: "That's Racist with Mike Epps" "9 Days and Nights with Ed Sheran" "MTV's Fashion Police with Iggy Azalea" "Being Mike Tyson" "Ten Things You Dont Know About"

•Program assistant and lobbyist for Africana-centered after school enrichment project “Bridging the Digital Divide” •Booked travel and logistics for Executive Director, donors, and Harvard University Chairs and Professors