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Work History
Education
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Kelly Fordham

Montreal,Canada

Summary

A reliable and driven professional seeking to enhance skills and drive company growth. Known for diligence, integrity, and a keen attention to detail.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Stunt Department Coordinator

Apple TV
01.2024 - 05.2024

**TV SERIES CONTRACT**

  • Organized and coordinated stunt rehearsals, performances, and related activities with directors, producers, and stunt coordinators
  • Obtained necessary permits and ensured compliance with safety regulations for stunt sequences, liaising with local authorities
  • Provided administrative support, including handling paperwork, invoices, and financial documentation for the stunt department
  • Managed departmental budgets, ensuring accurate tracking of expenses and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Assisted in casting stunt performers

Operations Manager

William F. White International Inc.
01.2021 - 04.2022
  • Managing all WSE operations in Western Canada (Vancouver, Calgary and Winnipeg)
  • Created monthly, quarterly, and yearly projections
  • Responsible for developing and implementing new systems and procedures
  • Created initiatives and ideas that increased revenue and market share
  • Conducted daily and weekly team and operational meetings
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Pioneered new procedures enhancing overall efficiency and team productivity
  • Led 50+ technicians, fostering a collaborative and skilled workforce.

Assistant Production Coordinator

Amazon Studios Production
09.2019 - 01.2020

**CONTRACT FOR A FILM**

  • Presented production schedules to the executive producer's team, outlining milestones and deadlines
  • Securing filming locations (permits, fees), Clearance, Deal Memos, Release forms, call sheets, Insurance (COI), Archive Research
  • Assisted in managing and coordinating production schedules, budgets, and other related activities
  • Processed orders for supplies, equipment, and services needed for production operations.

Assistant Production Coordinator

BeaverTail Productions ULC / Netflix
01.2019 - 09.2019

**CONTRACT FOR A FILM**

  • Presented production schedules to the executive producer's team, outlining milestones and deadlines
  • Securing filming locations (permits, fees), Clearance, Deal Memos, Release forms, call sheets, Insurance (COI), Archive Research
  • Assisted in managing and coordinating production schedules, budgets, and other related activities
  • Processed orders for supplies, equipment, and services needed for production operations.

Production Coordinator

CBC/BBC Earth Documentary
03.2018 - 12.2018

**CONTRACT FOR A FILM- Canada / UK**

  • Assisted in managing and coordinating production schedules, budgets, and other related activities
  • Supported team dynamics to foster a collaborative production environment
  • Oversaw detailed coordination of production resources, ensuring timely project execution.

Rental Manager

Motion Mechanica Picture Support Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Negotiated rental rates with production while ensuring maximum profitability for the business
  • Evaluated and recommended changes in rental pricing strategies to remain competitive
  • Drafted quotes, invoiced, confirmed orders and managed transfers to handle rental needs efficiently (Quickbooks)
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction with the rental process
  • Developed and implemented staff training for over 50+ film technicians to improve job performance.

Education

Skills

  • Computer proficiency
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Staff Training
  • Salesforce
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Team leadership
  • Google Workspace
  • Quickbooks
  • Project Management
  • Workload prioritization

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Stunt Department Coordinator

Apple TV
01.2024 - 05.2024

Operations Manager

William F. White International Inc.
01.2021 - 04.2022

Assistant Production Coordinator

Amazon Studios Production
09.2019 - 01.2020

Assistant Production Coordinator

BeaverTail Productions ULC / Netflix
01.2019 - 09.2019

Production Coordinator

CBC/BBC Earth Documentary
03.2018 - 12.2018

Rental Manager

Motion Mechanica Picture Support Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2018

Kelly Fordham