Mel Avanzado Email & Phone Number

Sydney, Australia

Developing four feature films: "Gulf of Carpentaria" (action/adventure), "The Diamond Key" (comedy/children's), "All Pretty Boys Must Die!" (thriller/police procedural), "Finding Desire" (1920s road movie).

Canberra, Australia

Producer, writer, director, cinematographer, editor of over 100 short videos, documentaries, corporate videos, music videos and promotional screen material. Several were entered in film competitions including Newcastle's The Shoot-Out 24-hour short film competition, Tropfest, the Sydney Film Festival and several were screened at Canberra (short) Film Festival and Short Seasons:: Film Festival.

Sydney, Australia

Executive assistant to producer Michael Robertson, including the design and production of pitch documents for finance and talent acquirement.https://www.prodigymovies.com/ The company is actively seeking opportunities with international treaty co-production partners as well as hosting overseas productions looking to take advantage of the 40% Federal tax rebate as well as the various State incentivesAustralia has signed co-production treaties with Canada, China, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Singapore, South Africa and the United Kingdom; and is a signatory to Memoranda Of Understanding (MOUs) with France and New Zealand. Cast and crew from member states of the European Union (EU) can be involved in co-production between Australia and its official Euorpean partnersProdigy Movies is a member of Ateliers du Cinéma Européen (ACE) – an international film producers’ association created in 1993 and based in Paris. ACE is dedicated to training and helping film producers co-produce with other countries. Now a prestigiousco-production club, it now also includes non-EU producers and organises workshops outside Europe.

Bondi Junction

Volunteer events and screenings assistant with film events such as the Emmys and Oscars Viewing Parties and Meet the Filmmakers at the annual AACTA Awards each December.ScreenFest starts FRI 27th November 2020 - https://www.screenfest.com.au/program/AFI | AACTA - ABOUT USThe primary role of the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) is to recognise, encourage, promote and celebrate film and television excellence in Australia through the nation’s highest screen accolades, the AACTA Awards – the Australian equivalent of the Oscars® and the BAFTAs.AACTA was formerly the Australian Film Institute (AFI), which has been honouring excellence in Australian film and television for over 60 years. First established in 1958, when AFI held Australia’s first ever film excellence awards – the AFI Awards – AFI has remained committed to connecting Australian and international audiences with great Australian film and television content.Launched by AFI in 2011 following an extensive review and consultation, AACTA is Australia’s peak screen body and continues to reflect a standard of film and television excellence that mirrors that of AMPAS and BAFTA, whilst maintaining a unique Australian perspective.Australia has produced some of the best screen performers, practitioners and productions in the world, and AFI | AACTA remains committed to promoting, within Australia and internationally, Australia's best and brightest screen professionals and the great Australian stories which they tell on the big and small screens.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Census night - Tuesday 10th August 2021

Sydney, Australia

1st Assistant Director and Production Manager for 'gAy?' UTS MAPS short film; written and directed by Brittany Ledwell and produced by Elly Maria Brus.Bachelor of Communication (Media Arts and Production)https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/find-a-course/bachelor-communication-media-arts-and-productionLOWEST SELECTION RANK This selection rank indicates the lowest ATAR plus any applicable adjustment points to which an offer was made to a domestic Current School Leaver (Year 12) in the Autumn intake. Different entry requirements apply to international applicants and Non-Current School Leavers. Visit the 'Admission Stats Tool' for further information.88.45This course prepares students for a wide range of roles in the media and cultural sectors. Students study the history, contemporary issues and theory of media and culture while developing technical and conceptual skills in film, video, new media and sound. The professional areas in the degree include film, video, television, multimedia, sound, radio, performance and installation, and the interplay among these media forms.This course explores the histories, theories, practices and challenges of creative media production. Working across multiple platforms, genres and media, students develop production skills in video, sound and digital media, and enhance their creative innovation in these areas. Students are encouraged to evolve as creative producers of media projects throughout their studies, as well as deepen their understanding and technical proficiency across media production areas. By the end of the course, students have developed a professional portfolio of creative media work.

The Chippen Theatre, Sydney Australia

Stage manager and technical director of 1 hour play 'Art for Art's Sake' at the 2018 Sydney Fringe Festival.

Sydney, Australia

Volunteer producer, editor, cinematographer and interviewer for the annual STARTTS Refugee Ball and assistant administrator the the inaugural biennial Australia + New Zealand Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Conference in Sydney in March, 2017 - see: http://www.refugeetraumaconf.org.au/http://www.startts.org.au/NSW Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma SurvivorsSTARTTS is a specialist, non-profit organisation that for 30 years has provided culturally relevant psychological treatment and support, and community interventions, to help people and communities heal the scars of torture and refugee trauma and rebuild their lives in Australia. STARTTS also fosters a positive recovery environment through the provision of training to services, advocacy and policy work.Our range of services includes:culturally appropriate counselling and therapy (for individuals, families and groups)group work, including self-support groups, health education and other activitiespsychiatric assessment and treatmentphysiotherapy, therapeutic massage and acupuncturepain management and exercise groupsactivities for young people, including camps, excursions and Capoeirareferral and case managementcommunity liaison and consultationcommunity development projectstraining of mainstream service-providers in awareness of refugee issues and strategies to work with this client groupresearch and evaluation

Villawood

To provide escape, entertainment and inspiration and laughter (and excitement) to the people detained in VIDC each Thursday through movies and documentaries.https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about/immigration-detention-in-australia/detention-facilities/visiting-an-immigration-detention-facilityhttps://www.abf.gov.au/WHO WE ARE​We are Australia's frontline border law enforcement agency and customs service. We are an operationally independent body within the Home Affairs portfolio.Our mission is to protect Australia's border and enable legitimate travel and trade.Our vision is to be a global leader in border law enforcement and trusted partner that helps build a safe, secure and prosperous Australia.We aim to facilitate the movement of people and goods across the border. We work closely with other agencies to share knowledge, expertise and intelligence in order to detect, deter and prosecute those who attempt to do us harm at the border. The work we do contributes to safeguarding Australia's national security.Our operational focusThe Australian Border Force (ABF) is a modern, border law enforcement agency. We operate as a world leading customs organisation, while protecting the Australian border and community.We balance the security of our border with the facilitation of travel and trade to enhance economic prosperity while adapting to emerging threats.Our operational focus is on protecting Australia's border from the threats posed by illicit trade, illegal immigration and revenue evasion, while maintaining the integrity of the migration system and enabling legitimate travel and trade.Trade enforcement - advancing Australia's economic interests through facilitation and maintaining the integrity in trade and goods as well as the collection of border revenueMigration system – promotion of visa and migration compliance and targeting the threats posed to the integrity of Australia's migration system

Sydney, Australia

Video editor of corporate videos, events, presentations including the annual Master Builders Association of NSW Awards Presentation Dinner.WHY INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTIONS?For over 17 years, International Productions have been a trusted team of event management and content production experts who understand reliability delivers results, business should be cost effective, plans are flexible, and creativity is outside the box!We combine expert knowledge, creative thinking and cutting-edge technology to produce all original content and events.Our mission is to bring your vision to life and ensure the success of your event or marketing campaign.We provide fully bespoke event management and content production services that is cost-effective and built for your brand and requirements.We value long-term client relationships, where your success is key. Our team of professionals will take ownership of your project from brief to delivery, fully understanding what it takes to deliver engaging content that communicates your key messages, promotes your brand and fulfils your communication needs.

Ultimo Centre, Sydney

Production assistant on "The Sideshow with Paul McDermott" (comedy/variety), "Catalyst" (science/factual) and "Message Stick" (Indigenous/factual).

Sydney, Australia And Canberra, Australia

I worked as sales person in a variety of departments including women's costume jewellery, toys, children's wear; team supervisor at David Jones restaurant Canberra Civic; team leader at the Elizabeth St Magic Cave Christmas events as well as store assistant with visual merchandising.The House of Brands1990sWhile the business of retailing changed in many ways, David Jones maintained its commitment to world-class service which included the introduction of the loyalty programme and the introduction of new world renowned brands.Its beautiful stores continued to be refurbished while five new stores were opened, two in New South Wales and three interstate.Building a World-class Retail Brand2000sThe new decade began with David Jones re-entering the Western Australian market, introducing the David Jones Shareholder Rewards Program and launching the David Jones website.David Jones was one of the first stores to have ambassadors representing its brand. Maureen Duval was the David Jones ambassador for 16 years and American model Lauren Hutton from 1997 to 2001. In 2001, David Jones appointed Megan Gale as an ambassador and featured her in marketing campaigns and catalogues shoots. The brand’s connection with Australian customers continued to strengthen when in 2008, David Jones signed Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr as Fashion Ambassador.Throughout the decade, David Jones invested in the standard of visual merchandising and service in its stores. Huge refurbishment projects included the flagship Elizabeth Street, Market Street and Bourke Street Mall stores. In 2000, the reconstructed store at Adelaide Central Plaza won a prestigious international award as the best newly completed store in the world.In 2008, David Jones chose American Express to produce its general purpose card, offering one of the most generous storecard incentives in the market.

Canberra, Australia

Now, the University of Canberra Union (UCU) Media Society, I was president and consigliere of the UCU Film Production Society (FPS) where Bruce Beresford helped host our awards dinner, where Fox Professional Studios welcomed our members for an exclusive tour, where we independently produced short videos for competitions and engaged with the Australian film and television industry including ABC TV, Channel Nine, Spectrum Films, Animal Logic, Song Zu, NIDA, AFTRS, Moneypenny and many other businesses.From the Vice-ChancellorA very warm welcome to the University of Canberra!Professor Deep Saini Nestled in the nation's capital, we are a young university with a bold vision. Our Strategic Plan outlines our ambitious objectives as we aim to be amongst Australia's most innovative tertiary institutions, continue our ascent in world rankings, and extend our regional, national and international reach.The QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education World University Rankings place the University of Canberra in the top four per cent of universities worldwide, and among the top 100 universities in the world under the age of 50. This remarkable achievement for such a young institution wouldn't have been possible without the hard work of our students and our academic and professional staff.The University's teaching is enriched by our research culture that focuses on outcomes that lead to early improvements in the world around us. The two together reflect our dynamic, innovative and collaborative intellectual environment.

Short Courses With Tait Brady And Martin Brown, Distribution, Exhibition And International Sales

Avid Editing; Short Film Production, Distribution and Exhibition, Budgeting with Tait Brady, and Producing with Martin Brown.

Cert Iv: Screen And Media (Interactive Media) Visual Effects

Activities and Societies: Subjects include: CUAWHS302 Apply work health safety practices BSBSMB301 Investigate microbusiness opportunities.

Certificate Iv: Business Bsb40215, Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services, Competent

Activities and Societies: Subjects: Analyse + present business information; implement + monitor WHS practices, procedures and programs.

Certificate Iv: Project Management Practice Bsb41513, Project Management, Competent

Activities and Societies: Subjects: Apply project scope management techniques (MT); apply time MT; apply cost MT; apply cost MT; apply.

Certificate Iv: Small Business Management Bsb40407, Small Business Administration/Management, Competent

Activities and Societies: Subjects: Coordinate business resources; report on financial activity; profile the market; analyse consumer.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Screen Business And Leadership, 25 February 2019 To December 2021

Activities and Societies: https://www.aftrs.edu.au/award-course/master-of-arts-screen-business-and-leadership/.

Bachlor Of Communication, Media/Multimedia Production

Activities and Societies: UCU Film Production Society (now UC Media Society)Bachelor of Communication: Media/Multimedia Production