Summary

I have a background in photography with experience as an in office production assistant. I have freelanced for corporate, commercial, film and docs as a key P.A and camera P.A. I am collaborative, resourceful, responsible, and eager. Aspiring to be a DP.

Credits

11/15 – 11/15

Camera Production Assistant KPMG: Ethics

Corporate — Tribe Pictures Details
11/15 – 11/15

I was responsible for the efficient and orderly management of camera related needs for the AC and the DP including careful management of equipment, equipment transportation, communication between production and grip and electric, as well as the complete delegation of other's PA's responsibilities.

10/15 – 10/15

Key Set Production Assistant Ferring Pharmaceuticals

Corporate — Tribe Pictures Details
10/15 – 10/15

Delegation of tasks to set PA's Communicating between production and client Management of Camera equipment

9/15 – 9/15

Key Set Production Assistant Montefiore Hospital : Einstein

Corporate — Tribe Pictures Details
9/15 – 9/15

Crew transportation Purchasing Management of craft services Billing and administration of petty cash

10/14 – 11/14

Second Assistant Camera Nest Labs

Google Partners Commercial — Advertising — Jake Mills Productions Details
10/14 – 11/14

Assist in all camera related tasks, handle media management, ensure security of camera equipment.

9/14 – 9/14

Camera Production Assistant Damnation: The Flashback

Film (Feature-length) — Ralph & Howard Productions Details
9/14 – 9/14

Transporting and managing camera equipment. Assisting DP and AC with blocking shots. Assembling and placing monitors. Coordinating slate with script supervisor and key sound. Standing in. Breaking down and packing camera equipment. Radio communicating between AD, Director, and AC.

8/14 – 8/14

Production Assistant (Key) Nascidos Para Lutar

ESPN — TV — Tribe Pictures Details
8/14 – 8/14

Assist producer, manage talent, perform equipment pickups and returns, and drive crew. I also helped translate from Portuguese to English to facilitate communication between some crew members, and the producer.

6/14 – 6/14

Key Production Assistant (Lead) Air Jordan: Training Apparel

Corporate — Fancy Rhino Details
6/14 – 6/14

I was in charge of transporting and ensuring the security of camera equipment on set as well as performing equipment and craft pick ups and drop offs. I also managed talent and performed as an extra and stand-in.

9/13 – 5/14

Production Staff

Staff Position — Tribe Pictures Details
9/13 – 5/14

Managing equipment. Researching and negotiating equipment purchases. Photographing production stills. Creating and organizing purchase orders. Location and talent research. Applying for permits and certifications. Booking travel.

Media

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Education

Class of '11

Florida Atlantic University

Bachelor of Arts: Communications Major

My Gear

  • Macbook Pro
  • Sony A99
  • 2012 Subaru Impreza Hatch
  • Manfrotto Tripod.
  • Minolta Maxxum lens package.

Skills

  • Spanish
  • Portuguese
  • Slating
  • Driving a 16 passenger van
  • Equipment pick ups and returns
  • Handling camera equipment.
  • Taking camera notes
  • Translating: English / Spanish / Portuguese