Brianna Chary
Toronto
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Assistant
Airfoil Media
Toronto, ON
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Paid for 1 day
- Production Coordinator: Käroli Grenman
1st Assistant Camera
Sue Johnson
Toronto, ON
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Improved overall production quality by maintaining clean lenses, troubleshooting technical issues, and calibrating cameras as needed.
- Increased shot efficiency by expertly preparing camera equipment and accessories for various shooting scenarios.
- Paid for 5 days
- Director of Photography: Sue Johnson
Production Assistant
Scarlett Street Creative Agency
Toronto, ON
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling various production roles as needed, enhancing versatility within the team.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Paid for 6 days
- Creative Director: Anjay Feldano
1st Assistant Camera
Serge Cedrick Productions
Toronto, ON
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Expedited scene transitions by swiftly changing out lenses, filters, and batteries in accordance with production schedules.
- Safeguarded continuity between scenes by thoroughly documenting key settings such as focal length, aperture size, filter type used during filming.
- Paid for 3 days
- Director of Photography: Colin Evans
Production Assistant
Lactalis Cheese
Toronto, ON
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling various production roles as needed, enhancing versatility within the team.
- Supported on-time project completion by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing workflow.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
- Paid for 1 day
- Cinematographer: Nigel McGinn
Production Assistant
Southern Graphic Systems Inc
Toronto, ON
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment, contributing to overall team productivity.
- Boosted overall team morale through proactive problem-solving and open communication practices.
- Reduced production errors through close attention to detail and thorough quality control checks.
- Paid for 1 day
- Lead Senior Producer: Harry Whitaker
Key Grip
Bob Rubin and Jennifer Sarsfield
Toronto, ON
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with gaffers to assign appropriate lighting positions and rigging options for camera usage.
- Provided on-set troubleshooting solutions for unforeseen issues, minimizing delays and disruptions to filming schedule.
- Supported lighting department in achieving desired ambiance by setting up flags, bounce boards, and diffusers as needed.
- Paid for 1 day
- Director of Photography: David Nguyen
Production Assistant
Azimuth Arts Ltd
Toronto, ON
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Paid for 1 day
- First Assistant Director: Scott Cooper
Production Assistant
Prometheus Studios
Toronto, ON
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Paid for 1 day
- Field Producer: Eddie Vu
Dolly Grip
Cineflixproductions
Toronto, ON
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Achieved dynamic camera angles through expert dolly grip operations, enhancing overall storytelling capabilities within each scene.
- Supported camera department with dolly track setup, ensuring smooth camera movements for dynamic shots.
- Paid for 1 day
- Key Grip: Dominique Girouard
2nd Assistant Camera
Dale Loon
Toronto, ON
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Improved overall production quality by maintaining clean lenses, troubleshooting technical issues, and calibrating cameras as needed.
- Consistently exceeded expectations for punctuality and preparedness, ensuring camera department was always ready to roll when called upon.
- Paid for 1 day
- Cinematographer: Liam Grue
Camera Operator
Mauricio Abrego
Toronto, ON
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Worked with directors to capture desired shots.
- Operated various camera types proficiently, including DSLR, mirrorless, and cinema cameras, ensuring optimal image quality for each project.
- Student Film for 1 day of work
Cinematographer
Xinli She
Toronto, ON
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with directors to develop compelling visual storytelling for various projects.
- Enhanced film visuals by employing advanced lighting techniques and camera movements.
- Performed test shoots by using different focal lengths and camera placements.
- Student Film for 4 days of work
2nd Assistant Camera
Moussa Djigo
Toronto, ON
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Supported optimal lighting conditions with the setup of reflectors, flags, and scrims as directed by the Cinematographer.
- Boosted overall productivity of film projects through proactive anticipation of both crew needs and potential obstacles throughout the shoot day.
- Paid for 1 day of work
- Cinematographer: Viktor Bai
2nd Assistant Camera
Birna Magnusdottir
Toronto, ON
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Optimized shot quality through meticulous monitoring of image sharpness and alerting the 1st AC of any potential issues during filming.
- Enhanced shoot efficiency by maintaining and organizing camera equipment, ensuring quick access for the team.
- Collaborated with the 1st Assistant Camera to ensure proper lens changes and camera adjustments for optimal results.
- Student Film for 4 days of work
Sound Designer and 2nd Assistant Camera
Devki Patel
Toronto, ON
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Enhanced the audio experience by designing and implementing immersive soundscapes for various media projects.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to create custom audio assets that aligned with project visions.
- Student Film for 5 days of work for AC and 20 days of work for sound design
2nd Assistant Camera
Cheyenne
Toronto, ON
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Optimized shot quality through meticulous monitoring of image sharpness and alerting the 1st AC of any potential issues during filming.
- Enhanced shoot efficiency by maintaining and organizing camera equipment, ensuring quick access for the team.
- Assisted in achieving desired visual effects through hands-on work with filters, lenses, and other camera accessories as needed.
- Volunteer on Music Video for 2 days of work
- Cinematographer: Nhat Nguyen
Gaffer
Kessy Bellot
Toronto, ON
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Prepared contingency plans for unexpected changes during production, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operations.
- Managed electrical safety protocols, ensuring a secure work environment for cast and crew members.
- Student Film for 4 days of work
Education
Certificate - Motion Picture Camera Assistant Workshop
Sheridan College
Oakville11-2024
Certificate - Health And Safety Awareness For Ontario Workers
Canadian Centre For Occupational Health And Safety
11-2024
Certificate - WHIMIS For Workers
Canadian Centre For Occupational Health And Safety
11-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
York University
Toronto, ON06.2024
High School Diploma -
Calgary French And International School
Calgary, AB06.2020
Skills
- Trilingual
- Collaborative
- Creative
- Detail Oriented
- Strong Work Ethic
- Good Time Management
- Camera maintenance
- Set etiquette
- Camera Accessories Management
- Focus Pulling
References
- Sue Johnson, suej@yorku.ca (member of IATSE 667)
- Steve Munro, steven.p.munro@gmail.com (member of DGC)
- Manfred Becker, bmanfred@yorku.ca
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Production Assistant
Airfoil Media
08.2025 - 08.2025
1st Assistant Camera
Sue Johnson
08.2025 - 08.2025
Production Assistant
Scarlett Street Creative Agency
06.2025 - 06.2025
1st Assistant Camera
Serge Cedrick Productions
06.2025 - 06.2025
Production Assistant
Southern Graphic Systems Inc
05.2025 - 05.2025
Production Assistant
Lactalis Cheese
05.2025 - 05.2025
Key Grip
Bob Rubin and Jennifer Sarsfield
05.2025 - 05.2025
Production Assistant
Azimuth Arts Ltd
03.2025 - 03.2025
Production Assistant
Prometheus Studios
09.2024 - 09.2024
Dolly Grip
Cineflixproductions
09.2024 - 09.2024
2nd Assistant Camera
Dale Loon
08.2024 - 08.2024
Camera Operator
Mauricio Abrego
03.2024 - 03.2024
Cinematographer
Xinli She
03.2024 - 03.2024
2nd Assistant Camera
Moussa Djigo
01.2024 - 01.2024
2nd Assistant Camera
Birna Magnusdottir
12.2023 - 12.2023
Sound Designer and 2nd Assistant Camera
Devki Patel
11.2023 - 11.2023
2nd Assistant Camera
Cheyenne
11.2023 - 11.2023
Gaffer
Kessy Bellot
11.2023 - 11.2023
Certificate - Motion Picture Camera Assistant Workshop
Sheridan College
Certificate - Health And Safety Awareness For Ontario Workers
Canadian Centre For Occupational Health And Safety
Certificate - WHIMIS For Workers
Canadian Centre For Occupational Health And Safety
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
York University
High School Diploma -
Calgary French And International School