Results-oriented Production Assistant versatile in navigating demanding movie and theatrical sets. Dedicated support staff with clarity and attention to detail in executing director's vision. Energetic and professional assistant with complex understanding of technologies and tenets of effective production. Experienced Videographer familiar with producing dynamic and original content. Analytical and creative with good verbal and written communication abilities. Manages multiple stages of projects, from pre- to post-production.
Hi, I’m
Saba Jakeman
Montreal,QC
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Jeunes Volontaires
Co-writer and Storyboard Artist for "Memento Mori"
06.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Combined technical and artistic abilities to accomplish challenging illustration objectives.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable industry standards.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Interpreted stories into drawings that flowed according to director's vision.
- Incorporated director's notes into revisions.
- Drew characters according to established model.
- Put together representations that accurately reflected desired character emotions and actions.
- Applied knowledge of cinematography, staging and shot flow to put together easy-to-follow, relevant boards.
- Utilized character knowledge to show diverse range of emotions for dramatic and comedic scenes.
- Matched output to information obtained from director, cinematographer and other departments.
- Liaised with other departments to discuss ideas and create unified goals.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
- Researched topics and ideas for screenplays.
- Storyboarded screenplays and scripts based on production ideas.
- Formatted screenplays into usable scripts.
- Edited screenplays based on executive feedback.
- Liaised with government personnel to update on project progress and detailed planning stage by stage.
- Gathered all necessary information to apply for government funding grant.
- Helped team to find solutions to cut costs and meet budget constraints.
- Contributed to team efforts to assemble materials and create a dynamic and convincing pitch.
- Aided and participated with team members to pitch project to government officials for grant approval.
- Maintained communications with all department heads and government agents throughout.
- Provided honest feedback and thorough reports requested by government agents.
- Attended meetings with department heads and government staff upon conclusion of the project as requested to assure the required project objectives and goals had been met.
Art Cible
Director of Promotional Interview for Alex Coma
04.2021 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
- Wrote interesting questions.
- Conducted interview consistent with industry standards.
- Devised shooting plan and shot list with Director of Photography.
- Aided Director of Photography with artistic vision.
Wind Movers
Director of Commercial Video
03.2021 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Handled transportation for equipment for 1 shoot.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producer and sound team to facilitate multimedia production.
- Storyboarded films and recorded over 4 hours of footage for 1 project.
- Used Adobe Premiere Pro to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
- Conserved footage archive by organizing, labelling and tagging with metadata.
- Adjusted and controlled video equipment, composing and framing shots.
- Delivered content cohesive to clients wishes on time.
- Produced marketing video to help businesses increase revenue.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
Trebas
Director of Web-series Pilot "WE"
09.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew and cast members and obtaining permits.
- Coordinated with production team, producer and director of photography to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs and devise shooting schedule.
- Worked as Director and Casting Director in order to learn all aspects of filmmaking business.
- Managed all back-end functions, such as client contact, shoot scheduling and product deliveries.
- Directed and shot Web-series Pilot project within budget.
- Drafted, directed and produced Web-series Pilot by raising over $1100 from crowdfunding campaign.
- Created infrastructure and directed implementation of post-production workflows.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives and achieve desired results.
- Participated in meetings with producer and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs for effective production.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Reviewed script and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels.
- Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Directing actors
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
- Ensured implementation of all covid-19 safety protocols consistent with industry requirements.
Dhuwarragah Sakhtivel
Director of Music Video "OOPS-Remix"
08.2020 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Handled transportation for equipment for 2 shoots.
- Conserved footage archive by organizing, labeling and tagging with metadata.
- Maintained over $5000 worth of equipment by designing and sticking to preventive and regular maintenance schedules.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Storyboarded films and recorded over 5 hours of footage for 1 project.
- Set up technical details, lighting and sound of over 30 shots.
- Inspected films to spot and correct problems with issues such as subject movement and distance changes.
- Developed studio sets and lined up furniture and props.
- Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.
- Instructed junior operators on setups, angles and other variables impacting image quality.
- Coordinated with production team, producer and director of photography to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs and devise shooting schedule.
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, creating shot list, floor plans, drawing storyboard and location scouting.
- Directing cast
"Right Of Redemption"
Unit Production Manager
01.2020 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Saved $600 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure project was completed on time.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Monitored all inventory to ensure safety of rental equipment
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritisation and great work ethic.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Coordinated with production team, producer and director to pinpoint objectives, determine technical needs and devise shooting budget.
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew and cast members and obtaining permits.
- Worked as Casting Director and Unit Production Manager in order to learn all aspects of film making business.
- Maintained communication between all department heads, as well as cast and crew at all times to ensure all parties were coordinated and hitting targets on time.
- In charge of all administrative duties tied to production.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
- Ensured implementation of all covid-19 safety protocols consistent with industry requirements.
Arkid Rox
Director of Music Video "Soul Absence"
12.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew and cast members .
- Coordinated with production team, producer and director of photography to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs and devise shooting schedule.
- Conceived, directed, shot and edited project with $0 budget.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions such as scenery, lights , music and props.
- Set up technical details, lighting and sound of over 20 shots
- Instructed junior operators on setups, angles and other variables impacting image quality
- Changed camera attachments based on specific shot requirements and environmental conditions
- Used Adobe Premiere Pro to edit footage into correct order and add effects
- Directing actors.
"The Unusual Pursuit Of Love"-Short Film
Gaffer
09.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signalling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Interpreted floor plans and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Followed direction from Director of Photography with precision and time efficiency.
- Worked as Gaffer and Grip in order to learn all aspects of film making business.
Education
Trebas InstituteMontreal, QC
ACS (Attestation of College Studies) from Film And Television Production
01.2021
University Overview
Skills
- Bilingual
- Planning and Organization
- Understanding of safety
- Television and film background
- Pre- to post-production proficiency
- Computer Editing
- Script Following
- Dialogue Addition
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Creative Visualization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Staging shots
- Directing experience
- Preparing sets
- Setting up equipment
- Leading production crews
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Story pitching
- Budgeting
- Certified First Aid and CPR
- Storyboard Creation
- Storyboard Preparation
- Storyboard Development
- Performing Artist
- Artist Collaboration
- Script Writing
- Production Work
- Character Creation
- Time Management
- Writing Skills
- Script Interpretation
- Stand-Up Comedy
- Comedy Performance
- Comedy
Quote
"Ars gratia artis"
I.E.: "Art for art's sake"
Timeline
Co-writer and Storyboard Artist for "Memento Mori"
Jeunes Volontaires
06.2022 - 07.2023
Director of Promotional Interview for Alex Coma
Art Cible
04.2021 - 05.2021
Director of Commercial Video
Wind Movers
03.2021 - 03.2021
Director of Web-series Pilot "WE"
Trebas
09.2020 - 01.2021
Director of Music Video "OOPS-Remix"
Dhuwarragah Sakhtivel
08.2020 - 09.2020
Unit Production Manager
"Right Of Redemption"
01.2020 - 06.2020
Director of Music Video "Soul Absence"
Arkid Rox
12.2019 - 12.2019
Gaffer
"The Unusual Pursuit Of Love"-Short Film
09.2019 - 12.2019
Trebas Institute
ACS (Attestation of College Studies) from Film And Television Production
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