Jodie Thomas Long is a Accounting & Administrative Specialist - Stark Engineering at Stark Engineering, DPC. They possess expertise in video production, feature films, film, film production, television and 3 more skills. Colleagues describe them as "I had the distinct pleasure of working alongside Ms. Long on two high profile shows for writer-producer David E. Kelley-Ally McBeal (where as a member of the director’s team Ms. Long received a Directors Guild of America nomination) and Boston Legal. On set as a 2nd 2nd assistant director, Ms. Long faced each task in the fast-paced, high pressure environment of television production with a level head and a calm demeanor. Her unique interpersonal and communication skills helped ensure the success of both her A.D. team and the production as a whole. Among the myriad of duties Jodie tackled each day was assisting with running camera rehearsals, setting background actors, managing high profile cast, updating the producers on the day’s progress and any potential issues, communicating schedule changes to department heads, checking in and signing out background actors, and completing and disseminating critical production paperwork. Ms. Long possesses confidence, resourcefulness and the experience necessary to complete her duties with distinction. She consistently generated creative solutions to production related problems providing strategic assessments that allowed producers and fellow assistant directors to make the best choice for each situation. In addition to her assistant director role, Ms. Long assumed a leadership role as the on-set safety contact attending various safety classes and maintaining a working knowledge of medical, equipment, stage and general safety protocols for the shooting company. Rather than seeing this extra role as a burden, Jodie used the role to gain a better sense of the concerns our crew had about accomplishing their jobs safely and efficiently. She provided a much needed bridge between the crew and the producers and in the process created an environment in which better safety practices benefited everyone. Throughout my time working with Ms. Long, I have observed how she treats each problem as a unique opportunity for growth and understanding and approaches every challenge thoughtfully, efficiently and with great consideration for those around her. She will be a tremendous asset to any organization. Sincerely, Alicia L. Lewis 2nd Assistant Director Directors Guild of America"