Jessica Knight

In charge of taking continuity shots of the actors and set dressing/props as well as behind the scenes photos of crew and actors working. Additionally acted as a Production Assistant going on runs, assisting craft service, managing the shooting schedule and helping crew set-up and break down equipment.

Performed the general PA duties such as escorting extras to and from set, kept attendance, ran on set errands and assisted the parking coordinator.

Wrote, directed, and edited a 20 minute thesis film during my senior year while attending Ringling College. Managed a budget, schedule and crew of +30 students, teachers and talent.

Worked as Key Grip for a 30-minute short film. Managed a team of 15+ grips while shooting in various terrains, ranging from outside urban and rural areas to tight indoor locations and spacious studios. Used a multitude of different grip equipment from a basic dolly and track to a 40-foot jib.

Worked as a Production Assistant for Anna Paquin's production company, CASM Films, were I assisted the costume designer with organizing and labeling all of the wardrobe, organizing props, and going on runs. I additionally assisted as a grip/gaffer.

As a Production Assistant for the Travel Channel shoot I was responsible for logging camera notes for the editor, assisting in setting up and breaking down the set, organizing the craft service table, organizing extras and having them sign release forms, organizing forms and going on runs.

On set role as the Data Wrangler/Manager. Shooting on the Red Epic and Red One cameras. Was in charge of all data transfers and backups. Worked as the assistant editor during post, uploading and logging all sound and footage. Responsible for cutting the first rough draft of the film.

Managed equipment and helped set up and break down Red One camera rigs. In charge of managing equipment while crew was shooting, making phones calls, ordering and setting up lunch, going on runs and booking hotel rooms and accommodations.

Responsible for assisting the wardrobe, audio, grip, camera and lighting departments. Assisted in setting up and breaking down equipment and 50+ pounds of set furniture and large green screen. Picking up and delivering set furniture and other props and set necessities. Cleaned and kept all three sets organized. Walkie distributor.

Assisted the AD in organizing the set, collecting forms, taking care of the band and managing crew. Also helped create and decorate the set beforehand.