Raquel Tross

Manage all phases of video production from development to post production. Create and manage budgets to be sure content is produced on time and within budget. Supervise internal team of Coordinators and Production Assistants. Hire and supervise crew of DPs, Camera Ops, Audio Ops, Gaffers, etc. Create and manage production schedule. Manage live poductions for BET Awards, Black Girls Rock and Hip Hop Awards.

Write scripts and develop concepts for client based productions. Manage and produce talent for on camera interviews and performances. Create run of show, shot list and mood board to guarantee a smooth production. Develop and manage production schedule. Direct technical crew and cast to be sure the creative is executed. Clients included: TV One, MOCS, DAC, Tostitos, Toyota, etc.

Created, pitched and developed original video content for BET’s digital and social platforms. Cast and prep talent for web series and live events. Wrote scripts and managed run of show for sponsored content. Lead producer for branded content. Floor produced livestreams.

Manged production schedules and call sheets. Worked closely with linear and editorial teams to develop original content for BET’s digital and social platforms. Lead kick off meetings, so all parties are aware of responsibilities. Managed releases and all legal documentation for a production. Assisted PM with payroll.

Managed all video production, for the 2016 Essence Festival. Developed production schedules to be sure all content was shot, edit and published. Supervised ENG crew who captured content for Essence’s: Beauty, Lifestyle and Music Verticals. Liaison between production crew and external departments (executives, talent, etc.) Assigned edits and managed post-production.

Assisted Production Manager with production schedules and call sheets. Cleared footage and secured licensing for all video content. Developed interview questions, for behind the scenes coverage at award shows. Coordinated and managed equipment distribution of: camera, audio, lighting, edit stations, etc. Assisted crew with camera and lighting set-up.