Dana Serao Email & Phone Number

Rockaway, New Jersey

Rockaway, New Jersey

As a creative producer at Grey Sky Films I am responsible for the run of a production. I work as creative director on the initial creative, cultivating the larger picture and mission for a video. This includes writing scripts and ad copy as well as storyboarding. During pre-production I am responsible for securing talent, freelancers, and locations. I also often serve as production designer and art director when creating sets and sourcing props. On set, during production, I've worked as an Assistant Director and Line Producer. Mostly my talents are put to use from the creative standpoint, making sure we're hitting the target message crafted during pre-production.As Director of Production at Grey Sky Films it is my responsibility to oversee the Post Production department and ensure that we are always on target to meet deadlines. I am constantly looking for ways to innovate and improve our workflow and our skill set through open forum discussions and monthly internal classes. It is my goal to stay current and up to date with trends and keep my team educated through open and honest communication.As an editor I am responsible for the look and feel of a project. Editing is about storytelling; getting the right message across in the right way. I work with the client and our Grey Sky Films Production and Sales team to provide a completed project that fits their needs. From selecting the right clips to setting the mood with music and boosting the energy level with the right type of text and graphics, I control what we see, hear, and feel when watching a video.

Northern New Jersey

I acted as Executive Producer for the independent zombie comedy or "zomedy" film Ashen Falls in Northern New Jersey. I also wrote, directed and edited the film.

At Westye I was responsible for fielding incoming sales calls, placing orders, and tracking RA's. As a customer service representative selling high end Sub Zero refrigerators and Wolf ranges I needed to have a wealth of knowledge about the products, but also which accessories were included with which product. I was also responsible for monthly demonstration classes in the live kitchen. I helped set up and prepare the room for a large group of people, prepped and served food, and networked with potential customers.

As a teller at Wachovia (now Wells Fargo) I was responsible helping people feel comfortable at the bank. I talked to the customers, made friends, and helped to make sure that they were getting the most out of their money by examining the type of accounts they were currently in and determining if they could be making more interest.I was also responsible for very large amounts of cash everyday. I helped with weekly intake from the treasury, serving as a second set of eyes in the vault. I was also solely responsible for restocking and balancing the ATM on a weekly basis.

Bachelor’S Degree, Creative Writing (Screen Writing), Summa Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: International English Honor Society - Sigma Tau Delta

Associates Of Applied Sciences, Broadcasting Media Studies, 4.0 Gpa