Daniel Groombridge
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver with a passion for streamlining operations and promoting organizational efficiency.
Enjoy working independently equally as much as part of a team. I pride myself on being able to adapt, enjoy and thrive in new working environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Coordinator
Freelance Film Crew
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinated communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment to support productivity and efficient deadline management across projects.
- Building and maintaining excellent relationships with vendors and equipment suppliers within the Vancouver film industry.
- Preparing documentation for crew, talent and clients such as travel itineraries, daily schedules, contact lists, contracts and call sheets.
- Managing budgets across various areas, such as travel, vehicle rental, crew labour and equipment hire.
Location Manager
Freelance Film Crew
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Resolved location-related issues and logistical challenges swiftly through effective problem-solving skills, minimizing delays to production.
- Cultivated focus on maintaining relationships with residents and municipalities to ensure future filming application approvals.
- Assisted in risk assessments for each location, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing tasks and maintaining strict adherence to deadlines.
- Contributed to successful productions by accommodating last-minute changes while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Responsible for hiring, training and delegating to both entry level and experienced crew members.
Assistant Director
Freelance Film Crew
07.2013 - 01.2018
- Worked very closely with Directors and Producers to ensure an efficient and cost effective work flow was met without compromising on creative elements.
- Responsible for managing and delegating to crews of up to 100 people on a daily basis.
- Preparing shoot schedules, talent processing schedules and crew movement orders.
- Maintaining an up to date understanding of all technical department's requirements, capabilities and challenges.
- Demonstrating effective leadership in order to guide the film crew through the practical elements of each days shooting schedule in the most efficient and timely manor.
Varios Temporary Positions Whilst Travelling
Multiple
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Enjoyed various positions on a temporary basis, such as casual bar tending, general laboring and fruit picking.
Dispatch Coordinator
Bensons Chauffeur Services
09.2006 - 06.2012
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing consistent updates on driver whereabouts and and estimated travel times.
- Streamlined communication between drivers, customers, and management for improved customer satisfaction.
- Mitigated potential conflicts between drivers by ensuring all drivers were treated equally.
Lifeguard and Swimming Teacher
Greenwich Leisure Limited
09.2003 - 08.2006
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Taught ASA swimming curriculum to groups of up to 30 children of all ages and skill levels.
Education
GNVQ - Information Technology
Bacons College
London, UK06.2003
High School Diploma -
Stanley Technical High School
London, UK06.2002
Skills
- Proficient in all Microsoft office programs and Google equivalents
- Proficient in Jotform integration software
- Project Management
- Schedule Coordination
- Workflow Coordination
- Efficiency optimization
- Task Delegation
- Deadline Management
Accomplishments
Sustainability representative for The Commercial Production Association Of Western Canada.
Played an active role in multiple award winning Film and TV Commercial Productions.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
I enjoy meeting new people, staying fit, and all sporting activities
I am an active gym goer who also enjoys all kinds of competitive and casual sports, such as soccer, swimming and skiing to name a few.
I pride myself on having a work hard, play hard mentality and love taking part in social activities with friends and colleagues whenever not working.
Timeline
Production Coordinator
Freelance Film Crew
03.2022 - Current
Location Manager
Freelance Film Crew
01.2018 - 01.2022
Assistant Director
Freelance Film Crew
07.2013 - 01.2018
Varios Temporary Positions Whilst Travelling
Multiple
07.2012 - 05.2013
Dispatch Coordinator
Bensons Chauffeur Services
09.2006 - 06.2012
Lifeguard and Swimming Teacher
Greenwich Leisure Limited
09.2003 - 08.2006
GNVQ - Information Technology
Bacons College
High School Diploma -
Stanley Technical High School
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