ALLAN MONTEIRO FORTES
North Hollywood
Summary
Accomplished DGA 1st Assistant Director with a track record of delivering major network productions on time and on budget, now seeking to transition into a new (but hopefully somewhat similar) career field where my leadership, problem-solving, and creative thinking can thrive, and also provide greater career stability in our current Hollywood climate.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
DGA 1st Assistant Director
Film/Television
05.2018 - 12.2024
- Directed daily operations for major network productions with 150+ cast and crew, ensuring projects stayed on schedule and within budget
- Produced comprehensive shooting schedules and associated documents, maximizing efficiency across multiple departments.
- Served as the key liaison between directors, producers, and department heads, aligning creative vision with technical execution.
- Anticipated and resolved on-set challenges in real time, maintaining productivity and protecting project timelines.
- Enforced safety protocols and union compliance, safeguarding every individual on the production set.
- Motivated and coordinated large, diverse teams under high-pressure conditions, fostering collaboration and strong morale.
- Major hit network shows including The Morning Show, Bel-Air, Animal Kingdom, Mayans, etc.
DGA Key 2nd Assistant Director
Film/Television
01.2012 - 05.2018
- Prepared and distributed daily call sheets based on the shooting schedule.
- Coordinated cast movements, including transport, makeup, wardrobe, and set readiness.
- Maintained constant communication between departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Managed background actors, including casting, scheduling, and on-set direction.
- Supervised 2nd 2nd ADs, additional ADs, and production assistants.
- Assisted the 1st AD in executing the production schedule and maintaining set efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with union rules, safety guidelines, and production protocols.
- Acted as the organizational hub for cast and crew, ensuring punctuality and readiness.
DGA 2nd 2nd Assistant Director
Film/Television
10.2007 - 01.2012
- Assisted 1st Assistant Director in overseeing daily production operations.
DGA Assistant Director Trainee
Film/Television
08.2005 - 10.2007
- Hands-on training while assigned to work on television and film productions
Production Coordinator
Chelsea Pictures
08.2003 - 08.2005
- Facilitated communication between directors, crew, and vendors to streamline operations.
- Organized project documentation and maintained accurate records throughout production phases.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre W/ Minor in Communication Studies
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA06.2003
Skills
- Strong crew leadership and team coordination
- Production scheduling
- Detail-oriented
- Cross-departmental communication
- On-set operations management
- Workflow optimization and production scheduling
- Budget oversight and crisis management
- Problem solving and decision making
- Logistics coordination and safety compliance
Timeline
DGA 1st Assistant Director
Film/Television
05.2018 - 12.2024
DGA Key 2nd Assistant Director
Film/Television
01.2012 - 05.2018
DGA 2nd 2nd Assistant Director
Film/Television
10.2007 - 01.2012
DGA Assistant Director Trainee
Film/Television
08.2005 - 10.2007
Production Coordinator
Chelsea Pictures
08.2003 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre W/ Minor in Communication Studies
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona