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Film Writer and Producer and Director and Freelance Filmmaker in the Film and TV and Teaching Artist at
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About Bessy Adut
https://linktr.ee/BessyAdutI have been working as a freelance Coordinator/AD/Script Supervisor/Executive Assistant for over 11 years. I've worked on a few independent feature films (Tinker, The Dissident, Icarus II, Rock Star), music videos (Mor Ve Otesi), commercials (including Turkish Airlines and such big brands commercials), short films (Award Winning Escape Room, Strange Little Girl, Tolerance.) I worked as an International productions Manager and a Host for several international documentary series. I also wrote, produced and directed several other award winning short films.My Key skills are: -Research-Development -Production planning, budgeting and scheduling-Creating shooting schedule, short list-Making and distributing call sheets -Getting film permits -Fundraising -Preparing pitch decks and websites with help of designers Proficient in: Movie Magic, Final Draft, Photoshop, Premiere, Avid, Office Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and efficient on social media marketing. Born and raised in Istanbul, moved to Los Angeles and earned my MFA Degree in Film Directing from CALARTS in 2009, also a grad from UCLA Professional Screenwriting Program. Working in film festivals, feature film productions, commercials, TV productions and documentaries since 2001. Looking for the right opportunity to move forward and up, by helping others accomplish their dreams. 10+ years experience in the entertainment industry including but not limited to: casting, development, production coordinating, associate producing/producing, script and sketch writing, film finance, product placement, brand integration, distribution, talent management, and marketing for television and film. BIO: Bessy is a Fulbright Award Winner Filmmaker with an MFA degree in Film who has 10+ years experience with a strong development/production background in Entertainment Industry. Passionate about ongoing, successful fundraising campaign for a new short film "Escape Room". Worked as a Freelance Production Coordinator/Associate Producer on the documentary series "Inside the Lens", "Other Stories", and "Hostage" that will be broadcasted on Television.
Bessy Adut's Current Company Details
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Film Writer and Producer and Director and Freelance Filmmaker in the Film and TV and Teaching Artist
Los Angeles, CA, US
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- Employees:
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Bessy Adut Work Experience Details
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Film Writer And Producer And Director And Freelance Filmmaker In The Film And Tv And Teaching ArtistEntertainment IndustryLos Angeles, Ca, Us
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Personal Goal PursuitEntertainment Industry Jan 2020 - PresentNew York, Ny, UsWriting books and making a Podcast till ready to make my 1st feature film. Meanwhile working at steady Day Job: Helping people in difficult situations. Would like to keep it CONFIDENTIAL for the time being. Writing: Making interviews with people and writing movie reviews in an international newspaper/magazine Salom Directing/Producing: episodes for YouTube and Podcast "Searching for Goodness"Acting/Hosting: Hosting some of my own shows and doing voice over acting as well.
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Film Writer/Producer/Director And Freelance Filmmaker In The Film & Tv And Teaching ArtistEntertainment Industry Sep 2001 - PresentNew York, Ny, UsLast big film credits Production Coordinator & Director’s Asistant for Bryan Fogel’s Sundance world premiered “The Dissident” (Amazon) “Icarus 2” (Netflix) Managed teams up to 30+ people and coordinated logistics simultaneously for multiple shoots in domestic and international locations. -Managed positive relationships with high-profile individuals as well as vendors -Worked with city officials and insurance brokers to obtain permits and insurance for vendors and film locations -Hired crew and negotiated rates of pay -Produced and negotiated rates for equipment, props, and film location rentals -Managed over $9,000 of company cash as well as multiple credit cards domestically and abroad -Created and maintained master logistics spreadsheets, shoot calendars, and tracked expenses -Brainstormed, researched, and pitched episode ideas, concepts, and titles -Obtained international travel visas for crew as well as carnets for traveling with equipment -Point person for all on-set logistics
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Assistant DirectorFilm Production Services Mar 2001 - PresentBeverly Hills, California, Us Scheduled and coordinated meetings, daily schedule, travel, expenses and phones Outlined deal memos, letters of intent, amendments and other contracts Calendar Management for Producer/Director Arranged necessary documents for the Producer/Director Answered, screened and rolled phone calls. Created and updated a contact list Wrote, produced and directed short films and international documentaries -
Assistant Manager/Box OfficeIpic Theaters Aug 2018 - Aug 2024Boca Raton, Fl, UsRolled heavy volume of callsManaged calendar and scheduling Made a great first impression with every guest Assisted Managers in coordinating screenings and VIP events Troubleshooted with problem solving and communication skills whenever guests had an issueGreeted repeat guests in a friendly, genuine wayAnswered the phone with a friendly tone, took reservations and answered questions.Used reservation system and seating chart according to iPic policies.Demonstrated mastery of the movies being screenedStellar performance and accomplishments in membership salesEngaged with multiple guests, prioritizing interactions and providing outstanding serviceBuilt a relationship that makes guests want to return to our locationActed as a peer mentor for new staff membersUsed farewell techniques to say goodbye/thank you to every guest -
Coordinator/Executive Assistant For Vyre Network And Film FestivalVyre Network Dec 2021 - Mar 2023North Hollywood, Ca, UsDaily duties is overseeing projects in the beginning stages from creation to the first day of production and then following up on things during post-production.ACTIVITIES -Managing Vyre's Writers Room (companies writing teams members)-Assigning writers to projects and seeing the script through-Casting for talent with selected vendors/casting agents-Setting up Table Reads/ Zoom Reads for the company-Setting up meetings for the production team and executive producers-Assisting the assigned runner on prep for the production-Assigning the editor with projects according to signed off teams-Managing post-production of all projects and follow up on deliverables-Attending meetings, company events, and events on the company’s behalf-Assisting with coordinating the VFF (Vyre Film Festival)-Setting up sessions with Production teams, Students etc. with Vyre Film Festival-Building out our vendor list of talent for production, editing, writers, props forprojects, scouts etc.-Managing all projects on "Asana" project management system-Overseeing all paperwork with each project and making sure all docs needed are in-Corresponding with executive team, Aggregator Manager, and other employees-Participating in discussions regarding original productions-Location scouting-Assisting with breaking down budgets for original projects -
Production Coordinator/Executive AssistantNetflix Dec 2019 - 2023Los Gatos, Ca, UsWorked on independent Netflix projects Acted in a leadership position as Orwell Films - Office Manager as well as Production Coordinator. Coordinated international productions from a scheduling and budgetary standpoint. Assisted Academy Award-winning Director and Producer. -
Executive Administrative Assistant (Contracted)Dreamworks Animation Feb 2019 - 2023Glendale, Ca, Us-Temping with the goal of a full time position in production and/or development-Assisted executives with various projects -Provided script coverage for executive review -Covered assistant desks -Researched material for production potential-Provided administrative assistance -Analyzed creative material for potential -Managed schedule for executives-Providing daily communication, basic clerical duties, and general administrative support-Insuring that pertinent operational information is conveyed within the department and to other departments as necessary-Answering heavy telephones, giving information and taking messages. Providing timely operational information to managers and employees. -
Production CoordinatorWaterproof Pictures Aug 2022 - Nov 2022Redondo Beach, California, UsResponsibilities:• Calendar management • Rolling calls • Arranging travel plans• Scheduling and budgeting• Taking care of Quicktimes • Editing • Managing social mediaSkills:• Quickbooks • Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint • Final Cut, Avid, Premiere • Final Draft, Celtx • Photoshop, Illustator -
Post Sound Coordinator/SchedulerKing Soundworks Sep 2021 - Nov 2022Sherman Oaks, Ca, UsScheduling/coordinating for film and television productions post sound needs. Managing social media. And many more admin duties. Assisting the President and Vice President of the company. -
Production Coordinator/Office ManagerOrwell Films Llp Mar 2018 - Nov 2022Acted in a leadership position as Orwell Films - Office Manager as well as Production Coordinator. Coordinated international productions from a scheduling and budgetary standpoint. Assisted Academy Award-winning Director and Producer.-Identified, cleared, secured and booked the most suited locations, venues for various productions (TV commercials, music videos, TV shows, and Films) -Created custom files for clients based on their creative needs and budget -Oversaw scopes, production and budgets for projects ranging from $5K - $1M -Handled invoices and client payments, executed contracts, and location agreements, processed (COI) from production companies and obtained and processed all necessary production permits in a timely manner. -Allocoted budget, negotiated contracts, production fees, terms and permissions. -Handled all production documentation including processing payments, refunds and security deposits using QuickBooks software. Collected W4 and I-9 forms. -Created and posted a copy for Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, maintaining brand voice and vision across platforms. -
Production CoordinatorOrwell Films Llp Mar 2019 - Jun 2020Executive Assistant to Head of Development. Managed work calendar and scheduled meetings.
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Adjunct FacultyThe Art Institutes Jul 2015 - Oct 2022Atlanta, Georgia, Us• Taught in Digital Filmmaking Program including Media Arts• Courses taught: Digital Cinematography, Portfolio, Senior Film Production, Survey of Digital Filmmaking, Electronic Field Production• Organized showcase for graduating film students -
Head Of Screenwriting Department/Analyst For Screenplays And FilmsLa Bizarre Film Festival Jun 2022 - Sep 2022
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Production AssistantPrime Video & Amazon Studios Dec 2020 - Dec 2021Seattle, Washington, UsWorked on Amazon tv show: Daisy & the Six -
International Productions Manager/CoordinatorTrt World Sep 2012 - Mar 2021Istanbul, Istanbul, Tr• Managed multiple projects and production teams simultaneously • Worked remotely and assisted Executive Producer with work overflow• Coordinated the communication between various production teams for documentary series • Wrote and produced promos/short form content• Partnered with the Graphics Department on various creative executions -
Production Coordinator/Associate Producer/DirectorTrt World Jun 2016 - Jul 2018Istanbul, Istanbul, Tr Attended and took notes at meetings as requested by the Producer/Director Prepared expense reports in a timely and accurate manner Organized travel arrangements Supported with personal matters and/or running errands as needed Coordinated additional production support to Producer/Director
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Freelance Writer/Producer/Director In Film & TelevisionQueen B. Film Hive, Llc May 2013 - Jan 2021• Accomplished successful fundraising campaign for a proof of concept short film to be made into a feature film “Escape Room”• Wrote, directed and produced short films, music videos and promo videos• Coordinated crews including their shooting schedules, flights, hotels and all production logistics for numerous documentaries: "Other Stories" "Hostage" "Inside the Lens" will be broadcasted on TRT World Network • Freelanced as a Photographer/Videographer for events• Hosted/Directed TV documentary "Mysteries of Cinema" that can be found on youtube • Launched a new project soon to be Youtube series "Shameless Promotions" - oversee all promo videos & photography for artists and/or entrepreneurs• Impressive? Maybe. She still needs a day job -
Freelance Writer/Director/InstructorQueen B. Film Hive, Llc May 2015 - Mar 2019
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Office Coordinator/ManagerAppleone Employment Services May 2019 - May 2020Glendale, Ca, Us-Hired and managed crew, secured locations and vendors and created production budget for film shoots -Managed travel logistics, sourced and hired event vendors and on site talent support such as Sundance Film Festival World Premiere of The Dissident -Secured talent for pre-taped and live appearances -Recruited, selected and trained production crew, office production assistants and interns -Managed guest lists and ticket distribution for Sundance and other film screenings -
Administrative AssistantAgileone Jan 2019 - May 2020Torrance, Ca, UsExecutive assistant, production assistant positions. Temp assistant at studios such as DreamWorks Animation. -
Assistant Research ExecutiveEric Sherman Aug 2016 - Apr 2020Performing office and administrative duties to assist executive managementScreening calls, managing calendars, making travel, meeting and event arrangementsPreparing reports and financial dataTraining and supervising other support staffCustomer relations as required -
Production Assistant/Executive AssistantExecutive Temps Jan 2019 - May 2019Temping with studios for a permanent position offer. -
Executive Administrative AssistantCooper Design Works Dec 2016 - Nov 2018Rockwall, Texas, Us• Managed phones, mailing invitations, tax documents, and coordination of meetings• Provided administrative support: scheduling, travel arrangements, phones and research• Coordinated meetings, maintained calendars, prepared expense reports and check requests• Made travel arrangements, ordered supplies, shipping, copying, and filing -
Freelance PhotographerPhotography For Industry Sep 2001 - Nov 2018Ellsmere Port, Cheshire, GbPhotography & videography services -
Executive Administrative AssistantAppleone Employment Services Jul 2017 - Aug 2018Glendale, Ca, UsAssistant for Studio ExecutivesResponsibilities:• Providing executive-level administrative support including meeting and travel planning, managing of expense reports, scheduling, phone/mail, supplies, filing, and other business-related duties.• Scheduling and arranging meetings and conference calls with internal and external parties at a fast and constantly changing pace.• Producing executive level presentations using various presentation software programs• Handling heavy telephone contact with all levels of internal and external executive management and employees.• Screening telephone calls, visitors, and letters. Answer questions and furnish information.• Keeping executive abreast of trends and new developments in the News space by reading industry publications, monitoring social media, and tracking competitor’s initiatives.• Providing good judgment in monitoring and prioritizing information flow and managing meetings throughout the day• Utilizing judgment in handling inquiries from vendors, candidates, employees, and resolve concerns/issues, as necessary.• Handling confidential information with absolute discretion.• Planning staff and other team events including staff meetings, senior team meetings, and off-sites when necessary. This includes managing all aspects including vendor selection, catering, audiovisual, and other logistics.• Assisting with short and long-term projects, research, and create presentations.
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Part Time Executive AssistantFilm Transform Jun 2016 - Jul 2018•Schedule meetings, answer phones, make travel arrangements and various other administrative tasks to support the Executive Vice President.•Manage and evaluate incoming submissions of written and visual material and keep an accurate account of all materials that are submitted.•Support the department and other executives as needed, which includes scheduling studio meetings, updating the department records for the shows currently in development or production, and researching various properties and/or arenas to potentially develop into series.•Serve as the liaison to other departments for information on our series.
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Executive Management AssistantElevate Entertainment Jun 2017 - Jun 2018Florida, Us -
Freelance Production Assistant (Contracted)Warner Bros. Records Jan 2018 - Mar 2018UsPA for the MUSIC VIDEO production of "They" the band produced by Warner Bros Records. • General office administration, and distribution of production paperwork • Acted as a courier, helped to keep the set clean and orderly• Distributed call sheets, health and safety notices, and other paperwork• Coordinated the extras, performed crowd control duties -
Assistant Director/Script SupervisorKocreo Productions Ltd. Co. Sep 2017 - Mar 2018Greenville, South Carolina, Us1st Assistant Director & Script Supervisor for the award winning movie "Tinker" by Sonny Marler and Tom Brahmayana -
Freelance Production AssistantDiscovery Communications Feb 2016 - Mar 2018New York, UsProduction Assistant for reality tv show "Flipping Ships" • Monitored the record keeping department on daily basis• Ensured that all payments made to artists were done properly and on time • Organized work force, coordinated filming process, utilized production resources, and communicated with artists • Conducted research on the availability of script ideas in order to avoid patent issues• Assisted production director and staff during working day to accomplish their project goals• Ensured that script was in acting order -
Freelance Production AssistantDigital Sandbox, Llc Apr 2017 - Feb 2018Mdr, Ca, UsFilm production for Zeiss lens. -
Freelance Production AssistantJuris Productions, Inc. Dec 2016 - Feb 2018Pasadena, California, UsFreelance PA for the Production Office • Assisted with answering telephones, filing paperwork and data entry• Arranged lunches, dinners, and transportation reservations, photocopying• Post-Production • Scheduling, organizing, planning • Social Media Management -
Production AssistantLingo Films Jan 2014 - Feb 2018Greenville, Sc, Us• Amended breach in contract agreement between the agent, artist, and director resulting from typographical error• Maintained relationship with the necessary authorities to ensure that acting permit is available and active to avoid problem with the Office of Film, Theater and Broadcasting• Resolved work relationship issues between management and staff by applying effective mediating ability, to negotiate agreements• Ensured that stage equipment, such as lighting, fiber construction, and pave tracks are in functioning order, while working with stage engineers• Assisted during editing of the films to ensure that instructions are adhered to accordingly. -
First Assistant DirectorGiant Media Sep 2017 - Dec 2017Freelance AD to Director Tane McClure • Breakdown of the scripts for commercial film project "Dream Big. Get Inspired."• Completed Day out of days • Managed rehearsals • Kept the days on schedule and within budget • Assured all departments work in harmony smoothly
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International Productions ManagerV1 Worldwide May 2012 - Jan 2017San Francisco, California, Us• Hosted and directed TV documentary "Mysteries of Cinema" and "Photojournalist" for TRT • Creative Director for TRT News Digital Magazine • Organized production crew • Coordinated set construction• Operated teleprompter• Supervised lighting and sound plans• Edited scripts and wrote news content.• Managed international relations with vendors -
Assistant DirectorSailwind, Inc. Mar 2015 - Aug 2016Franklin, Tennessee, UsWorked for the independent feature film "Everything Happens at Once" by Jason Waggoner• Responsible for shooting schedule, call sheets, contact sheets• Called the shots on set • Followed continuity -
Executive Administrative AssistantSera Film Services Jun 2014 - Mar 2016Istanbul, Tr•Schedule meetings, answer phones, make travel arrangements and various other administrative tasks to support the Executive Vice President.•Manage and evaluate incoming submissions of written and visual material and keep an accurate account of all materials that are submitted.•Support the department and other executives as needed, which includes scheduling studio meetings, updating the department records for the shows currently in development or production, and researching various properties and/or arenas to potentially develop into series.•Serve as the liaison to other departments for information on our series. -
Production AssistantNew Films International Mar 2012 - Apr 2014Us• Screenplay coverage • Public relations with production companies and TV networks • Casting, pre-production for a movie • Production office duties: answering calls, scheduling, budgeting, calendar management -
Executive AssistantNew Films International Sep 2011 - Feb 2013Us-Perform administrative duties including, but not limited to, screening and routing phone calls, arranging conference calls and web-based meetings, managing quickly evolving calendars, processing invoices, scheduling meetings requiring significant coordination and follow up, and ensuring timely and effective communications. -Provide additional office support such as distributing mail, filing, faxing, photocopying, scanning and tracking documents, data entry, word processing, ordering supplies, and processing purchase orders. -Under the direction of ER team-members, assist in the preparation of reports and research materials, many of which are highly confidential and/or sensitive in nature. -On-board new employees, including physical and IT access, acquisition of appropriate equipment, providing general team and systems orientation, establishment of remote access and all other necessary functionality requirements. -Oversee facility issues and work with building management as needed. Coordinate and support the planning of moderate to complex on-site and off-site events and meetings, working with the offices of various executives. -Manage the planning, coordination, and execution of business travel (domestic and international), including trip logistics and itinerary, meeting coordination, remote support of executives when they are out of the office and expense report processing in a timely manner. -Assist with special projects and events as needed. -Interact and communicate with all levels of employees and external contacts with the highest degree of professionalism, courtesy and sensitivity.
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Film & Television LecturerKadir Has University Sep 2010 - Apr 2013Istanbul, TrTaught below classes: • Digital Photography and Video Lecture• Making Short Films• Screenwriting• Editing for Film & Video -
Director/WriterTv8 Sep 2010 - Oct 2012İstanbul, Sarıyer, Tr• Worked on Late Night Television as a writer/director • Directed sketches • Assistant director during live shows -
Production CoordinatorSera Film Services Sep 2009 - Oct 2012Istanbul, Tr• Produced original TV formats • Coordinated "Dragon's Den" production in Turkey • Prepared weekly Television ranking reports
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Assistant Director, Line ProducerEd Commercials Mar 2010 - Aug 2012• Coordinated international commercial films with award winning directors from Europe & USA
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DirectorAtv (Turkey) Sep 2011 - May 2012Istanbul, Tr• Finalist at "Cek Bakalim" as director • Wrote and directed 3 short films broadcasted on ATV -
Assistant DirectorBöcek Yapım Mar 2010 - May 2012İstanbul, Levent/Beşiktaş, Tr• Freelance AD for Turkish Airlines & Ulker Commercial, Freelance 3rd AD -
Directors AssistantBulut Film Feb 2012 - Apr 2012İstanbul, Tr• Assistant director for Melisa Onel during filming 'Seaburners.' -
Assistant DirectorDinamo Productions Aug 2010 - Aug 2011Pontypridd, Gb• 2nd AD for Helen Harper commercial• 1st AD for Turkish Airlines commercial -
Content SupervisorAdvertainment Media Nov 2010 - Dec 2010Supervisor for Virtual Product Placement in advertising
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Line Producer & 1St AdHaylaz A.Ş. Aug 2010 - Sep 2010- Line Producer for Mor ve Otesi Music Video directed by Emre Can -
Personal AssistantBoonie Publishing Llc May 2009 - Sep 2010- Public relations, social media management - Responsible for media events, research, red carpet events, film premieres, production assistant- Photography & Videography for special events -
Assistant DirectorFilmclub May 2010 - Jun 2010- 3rd Assistant Director for Simfer commercial film- Pre-Production, Production, Post Production
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Teaching AssistantCalifornia Institute Of The Arts Sep 2006 - May 2009Valencia, Ca, Us- Organized film directing and scene study classes- Announced upcoming events, prepared classes, helped with guest artist workshops -
AlumniFulbright Association 2006 - 2009Washington, District Of Columbia, Us- MFA degree on Film Directing at CalArts in 2009 with Fulbright Scholarship. -
Art Director'S AssistantDüşler Fabrikası Ürün Fotoğraf Çekimi Ve Video Prodüksiyon Mar 2007 - May 2007- Costumes
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Film Program Director AssistantTürsak Vakfı Jan 2004 - Dec 2005- Selecting films for film festivals, sending invitations, organizing festivals and competitions,preparing film catalogues, research -
Assistant Director, Production DesignShattered Soul May 2004 - Sep 2005- Beyza'nin Kadinlari directed by Mustafa Altioklar
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InternshipCnn Turk Sep 2004 - May 2005İstanbul, Tr- Interned at Programming Department at Television Broadcasting
Bessy Adut Education Details
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California Institute Of The ArtsFilm Directing -
UclaScreenwriting
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Istanbul Bilgi UniversityFilm & Television
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California Institute Of The ArtsFilm Directing
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Ucla
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Bessy Adut works for Entertainment Industry
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Bessy Adut's current role is Film Writer and Producer and Director and Freelance Filmmaker in the Film and TV and Teaching Artist.
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Bessy Adut attended California Institute Of The Arts, Ucla, Istanbul Bilgi University, California Institute Of The Arts, Ucla.
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