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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, California, United States

As Office Manager at a dynamic production company, I oversee the day-to-day operations of the office environment to ensure a seamless and efficient work environment for all departments. My role involves managing front desk operations, coordinating with vendors and property management, and supporting teams with their supply and operational needs. I focus on optimizing office procedures, organizing office maintenance, and collaborating on company-wide events to create an organized, functional, and creative space that enables our team to thrive.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Provides comprehensive support to the CEO, Nancy Novokmet, and Partners at this women and minority owned accounting company in the Media and Entertainment industry. Ensures smooth office operations and efficient management of administrative tasks. Key responsibilities include office management, expense reconciliation, tracking 1099s for clients’ vendors, and event planning.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Assisted Seth William Meier, Executive Producer/UPM, on the Amblin and Netflix feature Carry-On, starring Taron Egerton and Jason Bateman, directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. Analyzed and edited daily actors’ contracts to ensure all pertinent information was collected for payroll and the unions. Tracked script changes in Excel and Box for the studio and crew. Managed several calendars.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Assisted the director, Emma Seligman, on her second feature, Bottoms, produced by MGM's Orion Pictures and Elizabeth Banks's Brownstone Productions starring Rachel Sennott and Ayo Edebiri. Tracked script changes in Final Draft to create and send updated scripts to the studio and crew members. Used excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with cast members, agents, crew members and studio personnel. Assisted with personal tasks.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Assisted Alissa Kantrow, Line Producer, on the NBC and Blumhouse true crime limited series, The Thing About Pam starring and executive produced by Renée Zellweger. Coordinated various forms of travel and accommodations for A-list actors and over 200 crew members. Sent travel reports to the guilds. Acted as the go-between for crew members and the accounting department.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Assisted Jennifer Roth, Executive Producer/UPM, on Netflix feature Tall Girl 2, produced by McG's Wonderland Sound and Vision and starring Ava Michelle. Broke down scripts to collect data points for budgetary reasons and to verify hiring needs. Assisted with personal tasks and drove Ms. Roth to and from set.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Scouted locations, worked with families and students for portraits, organized and participated in group exhibitions. Advanced in documentary and lifestyle photos. Advanced in digital and analog photography. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop. Photos scouted and were on loan to the Team LEWIS Foundation.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Created and lead unique public tours of the Getty Villa’s architecture and four gardens. Provided information about the Museum and its programs.

Kamas, Utah, United States

Provided general assistance to the producers Megan Halpern and Terry Huang, UPM Kenny Reynolds, and crew within various departments for the feature film Deborah, written and directed by Noga Pnueli. Acted as a runner distributing items to the film crew. Communicated with department heads regarding department needs. Assisted with moves and set ups for other departments.

Santa Monica, California, United States

Assisted with day-to-day gallery operations. Installed and uninstalled exhibitions. Packed and unpacked artworks. Participated in opening receptions and special events. Maintained gallery store and gallery store orders including online purchases. Created sales receipts for customers using QuickBooks. Photographed art collections for online purposes and artist catalogues. Wrote copy and assisted with social media and market research (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, 1st Dibs, Sendinblue, Hootsuite, etc). Time included eight month internship.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Helped set up a new Amazon Demand Side Platform. Organized 200 to 400 monthly Amazon DSP employee applications, reviewed resumes and applications. Became well-versed in job posting websites like Indeed. Scheduled and administered phone, group, and solo interviews.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Operated the boom microphone on a web series set. Coordinated with crew and actors to adjust boom microphone. Ensured excellent dialogue and background sounds for sound footage. Maintained sound equipment and transported safely.

Ba (Honors) Fine Art, Photography

BA (Hons) at Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts London in London, England

Foundation Diploma In Art & Design, Photography And Moving Image, Merit

Foundation year at Camberwell College of Arts, University of the Arts London in London, England

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Yearbook Editor, Newspaper Editor, Varsity Swim Team