Theresa Jo-Marie Reed

I was the key editor responsible for making short films on the lives of local Holocaust survivors using found and original footage. I also transcribed Holocaust survivor testimonies from the USC Steven Spielberg Shoah Foundation archives, including hours of footage from speakers with a thick accent.

Assist director during rehearsals by giving blocking and cues to actors. Take lunch orders. Assist camera operator with wrangling cables and wires. Assist with set dressing and designing.

Assist senior vice president/vice president in the tape room during auditions; responsible for operating camera Read upcoming pilot scripts, audition sides, and character breakdowns. Prepare and distribute daily schedules, headshots, resumes and sides for auditions using Breakdown Express. Answer phones, transfer calls to correct recipient, and contact talent to schedule auditions and readings. Conduct research on potential talent, popular celebrities and current network shows.

Filmed over 100 hours of footage in a fast paced, collaborative environment. Booked individual interview sessions with cast members. Determined best camera angles and anticipated when to move the boom mic for best sound quality. Editing on Adobe Premiere.

Wrote script synopses; copied and distributed scripts/rundowns/cut scripts to cast and production departments; assisted stage mangers by locking up set during shooting of outdoor scenes; attended production meetings. Categorized actor submissions for casting; sorted, logged, and recorded comments from daily mail and fan mail. •Scanned press clippings and updated pressboard; compiled trivia contest questions for publicity department. •Led studio tours providing guests with an overview of the show while answering questions about the show.