Soraya Abdella
Montreal,QC
Summary
Highly motivated individual with passion for helping others. Experienced leading projects and working with diverse range of people. Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is always eager to learn and grow. Dedicated visual artist with strong understanding of photography, scriptwriting and cinematography. Creative and committed to telling stories and make a change. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Communication Coordinator
Réseau Surdité Montérégie
09.2021 - Current
- Enhanced awareness by developing and executing strategic communication plans.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop effective communication and visual content strategies to reach the deaf and hard of hearing community.
- Optimized website content for search engine visibility and accessibility, leading to increased organic traffic from target audiences.
- Managed media relations, creative social media content and interactive newsletters, resulting in increased positive coverage for the organization, and consistent updates.
- Attended consultation tables with different organizations working in the region in collaboration with city representatives, to discuss issues affecting universal accessibility.
- Organized and coordinated high-impact events such as the organization's 70th anniversary, photography expositions and other activities aligned with the mission and the vision of the organization.
Content Creator and Freelance Photographer
Soraya Abdella
02.2021 - Current
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
- Boosted brand engagement such as coffee shops and local small businesses by creating compelling social media posts and free campaigns.
- Strengthened content through proofreading and editing.
- Cultivated a loyal following on social media platforms through consistent posting schedules and authentic community engagement strategies.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Captured stunning and diverse images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
1st Assistant Director
Provado Productions
01.2024 - 03.2024
- 1st AD on a trailer demo for a short film with an independent production.
- Oversaw daily call sheets, ensuring accurate information was communicated to all relevant parties.
- Coordinated pre-production activities, including location scouting and casting, to set the stage for smooth shooting processes.
- Supervised script revisions to ensure continuity and clarity throughout the entire production process.
- Wrote scripts by creating stories and dialogue for the short film to establish plots and characters.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
Project Manager
Réseau Surdité Montérégie
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Management of a one-off project funded by the Quebec Ministry of Culture and Communications in collaboration with a professional photographer in order to offer photographic creation workshops accessible in sign language.
- Management of another one-off project funded by the Réseau Action Bénévole du Québec in collaboration with a production company Cinéall, to write the scripts and produce three (3) training capsules, dedicated to organizations working in volunteering, in order to maximize the experience of deaf and hard of hearing people when in need of services.
- Facilitated effective team meetings for sharing updates, elaborating schedules and discussing and brainstorming challenges and solutions
- Established effective communication among small team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Produced a short film as a behind the scenes and testimonies in sign language.
- Organized and set up the opening of the first ever public photographic exposition completely presented in sign language.
Film Production Assistant
Forte Entertainment Inc.
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Coordinated talent scheduling and transportation, ensuring punctual arrival on set.
- Contributed to maintaining a safe working environment on set by adhering to safety protocols and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Facilitated communication between cast members and crew, allowing for efficient problem-solving during shoots.
- Achieved quick turnaround times for location setup by effectively coordinating resources among various departments.
- Organized catering services for on-set meals, ensuring timely delivery of food to accommodate busy shooting schedules.
Education
Attestation - Quebec Sign Language
Services Linguistiques CB
Montreal, QC04.2023
Associate of Arts - Film And Television Production
Trebas Institute
Montreal, QC02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Urban Planning
Université De Montréal
Montreal, QC11.2017
Skills
- Multimedia storytelling/Script Breakdowns
- Community Engagement
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Haitian créole
Native or Bilingual
Quebec Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
1st Assistant Director
Provado Productions
01.2024 - 03.2024
Project Manager
Réseau Surdité Montérégie
03.2022 - 09.2023
Communication Coordinator
Réseau Surdité Montérégie
09.2021 - Current
Film Production Assistant
Forte Entertainment Inc.
08.2021 - 09.2021
Content Creator and Freelance Photographer
Soraya Abdella
02.2021 - Current
Attestation - Quebec Sign Language
Services Linguistiques CB
Associate of Arts - Film And Television Production
Trebas Institute
Bachelor of Science - Urban Planning
Université De Montréal
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