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Daniella Escobar

Riverside

Summary

Bilingual and detail-oriented student from Theater, Film and Digital Production Department at University of California Riverside. I excel in team collaborations and problem-solving, delivering mainly visually striking set designs while managing budgets effectively. My strong organizational skills ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Head Set Designer "The Stairwell"

R'SHORTS
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Participated in pre-production meetings with stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of artistic vision across all departments involved in a production.
  • Delivered creative solutions for challenging spaces, transforming them into engaging environments.
  • Collaborated with directors to develop visually striking sets for successful productions.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring high-quality set design without overspending.

Assistant Director and Editor "Spite"

University of California, Riverside
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Fostered a positive work atmosphere on set through effective conflict resolution techniques, promoting teamwork among diverse individuals.
  • Managed tight schedules for successful completion of film projects, ensuring timely delivery without compromising on quality.
  • Supervised script revisions to ensure continuity and clarity throughout the entire production process.
  • Collected film and sound footage and managed it professionally as well as editing it appropriately to submit on time.

Cinematographer "Waiting For My Life- Silent Film"

University of California, Riverside
02.2025 - 02.2025
  • Collaborated with directors to develop compelling visual storytelling for various projects.
  • Checked lighting and composition of each scene and made adjustments to meet needs.
  • Perfected framing compositions that evoked specific emotions or messages intended by the director.
  • Read and understood scripts, shot lists and location plans.

Writer and Director "Outside"

University of California, Riverside
02.2025 - 02.2025
  • Gave shooting instructions to my crew and created a positive ambiance during the production.
  • Oversaw the development of the project during pre-production, production, and post production.
  • Developed an original idea for production and followed specific instructions in the writing process.
  • Collected shooting and sound footage and edited to submit when instructed.

Assistant Prop and Scenic Designer "Macbeth"

University of California, Riverside
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Maintained open communication with production staff during build processes for efficient problem-solving and adjustments when necessary.
  • Attended technical rehearsals to fine-tune set details, ensuring seamless integration with other production elements.
  • Assisted in the selection of materials and suppliers, negotiating contracts to achieve cost-effective solutions for each production''s specific requirements.
  • Designed custom props as needed to enhance the overall look of productions and support character development.

Set Designer "No Drama On Set"

R' SHORTS
01.2025 - 01.2025
  • Enhanced set designs by incorporating innovative materials and techniques.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring high-quality set design without overspending.
  • Coordinated set design, propping and decoration in conjunction with photo art directors.
  • Executed designs that adhered to overall creative vision and direction.

Director, Writer, Editor "Almost There"

Southwestern College
05.2024 - 05.2024
  • Gave shooting instruction to my crated a positive ambiance during production.
  • Developed an original idea to produced.
  • Oversaw the development of the project during pre-production, production, and post production.
  • Collected shooting and sound footage.

Head Set Designer, Co-Director "Peets School Ad"

Southwestern College
04.2024 - 04.2024
  • Participated in pre-production meetings with stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of artistic vision across all departments involved in a production.
  • Implemented safety measures within set designs, prioritizing actor comfort and well-being during performances.
  • Coordinated set design, propping and decoration in conjunction with photo art directors.
  • Supported my co-director to develop better ideas for the shooting of the project.

Set Designer "The Perfect Mistake"

Southwestern College
11.2023 - 11.2023
  • Coordinated set design, propping and decoration in conjunction with photo art directors.
  • Collaborated with directors to develop visually striking sets for successful productions.
  • Executed designs that adhered to overall creative vision and direction.
  • Organized and attended meetings to discuss project status and brief new projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theater, Film And Digital Production

University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA
06-2026

Associate of Arts - Psychology And Film, Television And Media Arts

Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA
06-2024

High School Diploma -

Preparatoria Xochicalco-Tijuana
Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
06-2021

Skills

  • Bilingual
  • Set dressing
  • Team collaborations
  • Visual design
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail

  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Time managment
  • Deadline oriented
  • Interpersonal skills

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Head Set Designer "The Stairwell"

R'SHORTS
03.2025 - 03.2025

Assistant Director and Editor "Spite"

University of California, Riverside
03.2025 - 03.2025

Cinematographer "Waiting For My Life- Silent Film"

University of California, Riverside
02.2025 - 02.2025

Writer and Director "Outside"

University of California, Riverside
02.2025 - 02.2025

Assistant Prop and Scenic Designer "Macbeth"

University of California, Riverside
01.2025 - 02.2025

Set Designer "No Drama On Set"

R' SHORTS
01.2025 - 01.2025

Director, Writer, Editor "Almost There"

Southwestern College
05.2024 - 05.2024

Head Set Designer, Co-Director "Peets School Ad"

Southwestern College
04.2024 - 04.2024

Set Designer "The Perfect Mistake"

Southwestern College
11.2023 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Theater, Film And Digital Production

University of California, Riverside

Associate of Arts - Psychology And Film, Television And Media Arts

Southwestern College

High School Diploma -

Preparatoria Xochicalco-Tijuana
Daniella Escobar