Taylor Perez Email and Phone Number

-Manage pre-production tasks such as creating mood boards, booking studios, creating call sheets, and ordering equipment/supplies.-Assist artists in handling administrative duties, communicating with clients, and ensuring the smooth operation of shoots.-Translate the creative director, photographer, videographers, MUA, and stylist vision into practical and logistical plans, ensuring adherence to safety protocols throughout the shoot.-Managed budgets and expenses, tracking invoices, and ensuring accurate financial documentation for each project. Procured appropriate insurance policies.-Foster positive relationships with clients, vendors, and industry professionals, providing excellent customer service.-Contribute creative ideas and suggestions to enhance the overall visual storytelling and aesthetic of each project.-Organize and maintain an efficient image catalog and storage system, working closely with the digital retouching team to facilitate smooth post-production processes and deliver final images.-Creating workflow systems to make an efficient environment between the creative and operational teams.

-Built and oversaw operations, resources, the executive team, and clientele.-Developed presentations for meetings, and crafted designs for social platforms, virtual courses, and e-books.- Reviewed reports, researched the industry, and presented opportunities weekly. - Managed the executive's calendar, arranged travel, screened communications, and ensured efficient task prioritization.

-Managed the setup and teardown of productions in our six studios, ensuring efficient and timely flipping of studios.-Coordinated client additions in the studio, provided necessary equipment, and facilitated smooth workflow.-Managed inventory and tested equipment to ensure proper functionality and readiness for use.-Prepared location orders for pickup and received returned equipment, checked for damages, and conducted inventory reconciliation.-Delivered and picked up equipment orders from clients, provided exceptional customer service, and executed tasks in a timely manner.-Collaborated with the production team to support various stage management tasks and provided assistance as needed.-Possessed knowledge in operating heavy machinery such as scissor lifts, sprinters, vans, and 3-ton cube trucks daily.-Delivered rental equipment to location photo/motion jobs along the West Coast.-Specialized in Briese, Profoto, Broncolor, Arri, Source 4, Litemat, Kino Flos, & Aputure Systems, etc.-Led a cross-functional team comprising over 30 individuals across various departments.-Exercised a heightened level of discretion and professionalism when interacting with top-tier clients and collaborating with industry partners.-Diligently addressed daily action items and ensured the timely completion of deliverables.

-Created systems and organized workflow to meet critical specifications and deadlines.-Updated and maintained databases such as mailing lists, contact lists, and client information.-Managed and created pricing strategies, contracts, invoices, NDAs, and tracked payments.-Served as a liaison between business owners, the team, and clients, ensuring cohesiveness.

-Set up and broke down cameras, tripods, lights, and other equipment the photographer used for the session in their studios or at other worksites.-Captured behind-the-scenes content for social media.-Followed the photographer’s instructions and offered advice on how customers should pose and position themselves on the set.-Assisted with lighting and stage setup.

-Discussed and prepared clients for photography sessions.-Created studio-quality settings in many different environments.-Managed pricing strategies and implemented payment plans.-Cataloged and edited, providing clients with digital files, wall art, prints, and photo albums.

-Assisted in business development, including client management and outreach.-Served as a content creator/social media manager.-Maintained and troubleshooted throughout the event to ensure optimal performance.-Worked with photo booth clients to ensure follow-up and client satisfaction.

-Managed daily logistics such as client information, planned time slots, and obtained directions.-Captured candid, details, and venue photos.-Determined where customers should sit or stand and adjusted lighting sources.-Unloaded, set up, and broke down cameras, tripods, lights, and other equipment.

Career Professional Development: - Content creator and manager- Composed, prepared and edited reports and presentations.- Monitor incoming emails and answer or forward as required. Equipment Center: - Tracking and preparing in and out equipment orders. - Responsible for maintaining knowledge of products such as Profoto, Hasselblad and Broncolor- Maintaining excellent customer service and interpersonal skills