Oscar Ussery

I was a stand in for both the lighting and camera department, as well as went over blocking with the 1st AD, so they could be prepared when the talent gets on set.

Collaborated with clients, producers and crew members to create high production value web content. Planned the most effective shots of each scene to form a logical and smoothly run production, with a technical focus on lighting, and camera settings. Determined the specific audio and visual effects and music--to ensure quality content for clients.

Safely and efficiently unloaded and loaded audio/visual equipment with technician team. Responsible for speaker, mixer, and microphone set up in preparation for film screenings. As well as periodic technical checks, building programs and executing operations using projectors ensuring quality film viewing.

I was a part of the grip department, assembling C-Stands and heavy equipment.

I assisted the editor in digitizing and logging of the raw footage and organizing it into the project file. I assisted with sound sweetening and titles.

Reviewed performer information such as photos, resumes, voice tapes, videos, and union membership, in order to decide whom to audition for parts. Office duties would include answering telephones, taking messages, scheduling client auditions, in addition to on- location casting sessions.