Mackayla Grocott
North Vancouver,Canada
Summary
Skilled camera assistant with proven adaptability and proactive learning capabilities. Strong work ethic combined with effective communication skills which enhances team collaboration. Committed to achieving organizational objectives through a deep understanding of diverse camera equipment. Skilled in assisting others and solving problems efficiently.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
2nd Assistant Camera
Capilano University
North Vancouver, BC
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Maintained accurate inventory of all camera lenses, batteries, filters, and other related accessories.
- Loaded and unloaded cameras onto dollies and cranes to ensure safe transport between locations.
- Responsible for testing new equipment prior to use on set to ensure it is functioning correctly.
- Troubleshooted any technical issues encountered with the camera equipment during production shoots.
- Ran errands when needed such as picking up replacement parts or ordering supplies from local vendors.
- Conferred with directors and crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects and camera movements.
- Maintained continuity of shots between takes by marking positions with tape or other methods.
1st Assistant Camera
Capilano University
North Vancouver, BC
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Configured cameras on cranes, tripods, dollies, jibs, and sliders for shoots.
- Monitored video playback to verify accurate shot capture during productions.
- Checked lenses for focus and exposure prior to shooting.
- Tracked inventory for camera department and ordered supplies as needed.
- Provided technical support to director of photography when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while operating camera equipment.
- Marked actors' movements to maintain focus during shots.
Education
Motion Picture Arts Degree -
Capilano University
North Vancouver, BC01.2024
Dogwood Diploma -
Sutherland Secondary
North Vancouver, BC01.2023
Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Technical troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Camera rigging and support
- Media management
- Shot marking and clapperboard operation
- Color correction and editing
- Studio lighting techniques
- Pre-production planning
- On-set coordination
Certification
- DGC Permittee Logbook Holder, as of 05/24/25
- Motion Picture Industry Orientation(MPIO), Completed 05/16/25
- Motion Picture Safety 101 - General safety, 05/04/25
- Class 5 BC Driver’s License, 10/06/27
- Clean Driver's Abstract, 05/04/24
- BC Traffic Control Certificate (Universal Health and Safety TCP Course), 04/15/25
- WHMIS 2025 Certification, 2025-01-01
- Anti-Bullying and Harassment Training, Actsafe, 2024-01-01
- Conflict Resolution Seminar, 2025-01-01
Hobbies and Interests
- Watching Movies
- Pilates
- Yoga
- Travelling
- Hiking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
2nd Assistant Camera
Capilano University
02.2025 - 04.2025
1st Assistant Camera
Capilano University
11.2024 - 01.2025
Motion Picture Arts Degree -
Capilano University
Dogwood Diploma -
Sutherland Secondary