CHASE AZIMI
VAN NUYS
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with years of experience in film, television, lighting design and production coordination. Built for the creative collaborative realm and ever-ready to adapt to the challenges at hand.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Assistant Camera
International Cinematographers Guild
Burbank
01.2012 - Current
- Prepared, labeled, organized, and inventoried all camera gear.
- Maintained a master inventory list in real time with multiple units.
- Assisted camera operators by setting up and breaking down the camera.
- Monitored camera settings and made adjustments as needed.
- Kept detailed records of all expenses, gear swaps and technical notes.
- Maintained all paperwork for the Camera Department and submitted time cards for each member.
- Conducted research into new technologies used in film production in order to stay current with industry trends.
Lighting Director
Symmetry Labs
San Francisco
04.2013 - 04.2020
- Designed and operated LED art and custom lighting units for immersive installations and concert lighting.
- Collaborated with touring Lighting Directors to create unique cues for each show at Pier 17 (N.Y) for their first two seasons.
- Operated custom software during live sets in inclement conditions.
- Maintained and repaired equipment to ensure peak performance.
- Coordinated with production staff, vendors, and touring crew to ensure efficient operation of lighting systems on the stage.
Seasonal Production Crew
The Lux Productions
Sonoma
04.2011 - 10.2011
- Worked as a Production Crew Lead at different corporate, non-profit, and social events throughout wine country and the greater Bay Area.
- Managed inventory of equipment and production supplies.
- Transported, installed, operated, and disassembled gear for live events.
- Coordinated with clients to bring their creative visions to life.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CASkills
- Technical troubleshooting
- Event coordination
- Attention to detail
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Client communication
- Time management
- Inventory management
Certification
Industry Experience Roster Certifications:
- A - General Safety and Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
- A2 - Environmental Safety
- B - Boom Lift/Scissor Lift Operator Safety
- B5 - Traditional Insert Car Safety
- D - General Fall Protection
- G - Scaffold Use
- HP1 - Harassment Prevention 1
- I - Respiratory Protection
- K - Noise Exposure
- P - Hazard Communication: Essentials of Workplace Chemical Safety
- S2 - Firearms General Safety Awareness for the Entertainment Industry
- WVP - Workplace Violence Prevention for Film and Television Production
Timeline
Lighting Director
Symmetry Labs
04.2013 - 04.2020
2nd Assistant Camera
International Cinematographers Guild
01.2012 - Current
Seasonal Production Crew
The Lux Productions
04.2011 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema
San Francisco State University
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