Summary

As a veteran, I’ve noticed a parallel between video production and military operations in that everyone brings a specialized set of skills. The key is navigating the most efficient way to combine these skills so that it results in a valuable product.

Credits

10/23 – 10/24

Production Assistant RSA FILMS

Bud Light — Advertising — RSA Films Details
10/23 – 10/24

Pick up and drive production van to and from location Help load and unload equipment and production supplies Work with art department to set scene and reset upon wrap Clean up shooting location after finishing Work with VTR to ensure virtual director was up and ready before and during the shoot Direct extra talent to correct area for holding or in scene

1/24 – 1/24

Production Assistant Chopped (Season 57)

Food Network — TV — City Lights Television Details
1/24 – 1/24

Transport crew from location to location Help load and unload equipment Help camera department with light set ups, battery changes, and lens swaps Assist in dressing set in preparation for the scene

1/24 – 1/24

Production Assistant SMAC Entertainment

Boost Mobile — Advertising — Boost Mobile Details
1/24 – 1/24

Load and unload production supplies Ensure crew and client had water and snacks Direct crew to correct areas and to the right people Work with camera department on set up and clean up Assist grip and electric with cable management as well as build up and tear down of stands and lights Help art department finish setting up for scenes Work with catering on getting set up to serve meals on time

12/23 – 12/23

Production Assistant SRG

Kerry Bev — Advertising — RW2 Productions Details
12/23 – 12/23

Set up and tear down crafty Load and unload equipment Return camera equipment Help art department set up, move, and tear down sets and props for scene Work with grip and electric to move and take down lighting set ups Ensure meal seating set up on time for meal break

12/23 – 12/23

Production Assistant FINDING ME: ANDREA GIBSON

Freethink — Digital — Freethink Media Details
12/23 – 12/23

Take pictures of location before set up to ensure proper resetting upon tear down Sit as stand in to set lighting and give feedback Set up and tear down lights and flags Make runs and put in orders for crew to continue working Assist grip with reflecting light for shots

6/23 – 12/23

Production Assistant Seeking Sister Wife (Season 5)

TLC — TV — Bright Road Productions Details
6/23 – 12/23

Transporting crew and equipment to and from locations Loading and unloading equipment Maintain crafty supplies Track and control receipts for runs Help adjust lights and setting scenes Sit in as stand in for fixing lighting levels Assist camera operators with lens changes Ensure homes were reset and clean upon wrapping Schedule and facilitate lunch for crew on limited lunch times

11/23 – 11/23

Production Assistant Peyton's Places (Season 4)

NFL — TV — NFL Films Details
11/23 – 11/23

Drive picture vehicles for shot Provide stand in and script reading for rehearsals Load and unload production supplies Pick up production supplies and keep track of inventory Transport Crew to and from shooting locations Provide lockups where needed to ensure shoot goes smoothly

10/23 – 10/23

Production Assistant TDA_Boulder

Ibotta — Advertising — Futuristic Films Details
10/23 – 10/23

Work with art department to set scene and put together props Act as a stand in to dial in lighting and camera positions Provide fire watch until location could be locked up

Orgs

  • Veterans in Media and Entertainment

Self ID

I identify with the following groups:

  • Ethnicity: White or Caucasian
  • Gender: Man
  • Military/Veteran

Recos

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Education

Class of '20

Des Moines Area Community College

Liberal Arts-AA

My Gear

  • Tripod
  • Gels
  • Reflectors
  • Boom pole
  • Light Stands
  • Camera Slider
  • Green Screen Backdrop
  • C-Stand
  • LED Lighting
  • XLR Cables
  • Rode NTG2 Shotgun Microphone
  • Panasonic Lumix GH5
  • Rode Lavalier Microphone
  • Zoom H4n Digital Multitrack Recorder
  • Godox VL300
  • reflec
  • Sigma 18-35mm Lens EF
  • 5.7" 4K Monitor
  • Micro 4/3 Lens

Skills

  • Video Editing