Description
Reliable, proactive, and motivated Production Assistant based in North Jersey with three plus years of experience in fast-paced creative environments. With a background spanning from day-to-day operations to videography work at the New Jersey Film Festival, leading a digital content team at Alfa Art Gallery, and helping with production and supply runs at Mio Design NYC.
Ready to commute to any set, equipped with a license and a personal vehicle, and an understanding of set protocol and etiquette. Jacob Berger is prepared to tackle any task on set, in the office, or in any production space by being adaptable, collaborative, and eager to help and anticipate the crew's needs to ensure production runs safely and efficiently.
Special Skills & Experience
ON-SET & LOGISTICAL SUPPORT
Production Assistant Duties: Trained in standard set protocols, including lock-ups, executing timely production runs, gear handling, and supporting the production team.
Operations & Event Management: Assisted with daily operations, tracking, and live event logistics for the New Jersey International Film Festival, demonstrating the ability to stay calm and organized in fast-paced environments.
NYC/NJ Navigation: Experienced in navigating complex city logistics, having successfully delivered and picked up critical supplies from various NYC shops and studios for Mio Design NYC.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
Camera Operation: Experienced in professional videography and photography across all stages of production, including capturing live events, artist interviews, and high-quality portraits.
Post-Production & Design: DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom, Photoshop, Procreate, and Canva.
Production Software & Admin: Final Draft, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and Slack.
LEADERSHIP & COLLABORATION
Team Coordination: Successfully led a team of photography and video interns at the Alfa Art Gallery, coordinating multiple schedules to meet strict publication deadlines.
Cross-Department Communication: Proven track record of collaborating with diverse crews of all levels, seamlessly interfacing with leads, artists, and staff.
Problem Solving: Strong ability to think on my feet and adapt to changing creative environments to ensure projects cross the finish line.
ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES
Fully local to the NJ/NYC market.
Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle.
Geographically flexible and available for day-playing or long-term projects.
Genre
Action, Adventure, Animation, Drama, Horror, Musical, Mystery, Fantasy, Thriller