FILM / TV / LIVE EVENT PRODUCTION RESUME FOR

 

CONSTANTIN PREDA

Cell: 407/460-0215

constantin_preda@hotmail.com

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Skilled producer, director, writer, & story editor.

Experienced manager and coordinator of live, live-to-tape, studio, & location TV/Film production.

Knowledgeable about practical and digital film and video equipment & technology.

Qualified locations coordinator able to set up and strike from start to finish.

Passionate about achieving quality while maintaining budget.

Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, AS400, PhotoShop, Premier, After Effects, Sound Forge, Page Maker, e-Mail, and the Internet.

Willing to travel and work weekends, nights, & holidays.

Possesses current & valid passport and a complete production management kit including laptop, printer, and office supplies.

Team player.

  

EXPERIENCE

 

SEGMENT PRODUCER/STORY EDITOR, VH1’S HOGAN KNOWS BEST – FEB. 2005 – PRESENT

In charge of story editing and developing episodes of a brand new series based on the true life adventures of word wrestling icon Hulk Hogan and his family.

 

PRODUCER/DIRECTOR/WRITER/CREATOR, VISION TV’S CINEMA CAFÉ – JAN. 2005 - PRESENT

Responsible for delivering monthly episodes of a brand new independent film and video showcase for an Orlando network featuring 2 hosts and a live to tape location shoot.

 

SEGMENT PRODUCER, MTV'S I WANT A FAMOUS FACE, JUNE 2004 - JANUARY 2005

Producer, Director, Shooter, Interviewer, Writer, & Editor of MTV "True Life" documentaries for Pink Sneaker Productions.  Created story outlines and developed episodes.  Accountable for managing and scheduling location shoots with documentary subjects in New York, Los Angeles, & Texas.  Responsible for finances, maintaining production timelines, and delivering shows on time.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR & BAND COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S BIG JUNE AFTERNOONS, JUNE 2004

Responsible for the logistics of a 3 day, 5 show shoot for Nickelodeon New York.  Coordinated a location shoot inside of Universal Studios Florida, set up offices, phones, & vendors.  Organized car rentals, dressing rooms, and schedules.  Supervised all band tech requirements and logistics.  Managed the appearances and performance of Ben Yelen including a full back line with a baby grand piano.  Managed logistics for the performances of the bands Shifty and The Calling.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S U-TALK, MAY 2004

Coordinated an internal marketing & research video for Nickelodeon Television.  Partnered with Universal Studios Florida while working with theme park guests.  Hired crew.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, SPIKE TV'S MOST EXTREME ELIMINATION CHALLENGE, MARCH 2004 – APRIL 2004

Facilitated the production of a 3-day shoot featuring 300 extras, 80 crew, dozens of vendors, & Universal Studios Florida.  Managed travel, hotels, payroll, equipment orders, vendor relations, & locations.  Talent coordinated the logistics for world pro skateboarder Tony Hawk & pro snowboarder Tara Dakides.  Processed all worker’s compensation claims for Viacom human resources and benefits.  Filled in as a 2nd stage manager. 

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, CIRCA FILMS/ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR, FEBRUARY 2004 – MARCH 2004

Coordinated the production of a TV commercial produced in Sarasota, Florida.

 

ASSISTANT PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR, ALPHAWOLF ENTERTAINMENT/THE FLOOD COMPANY, JANUARY 2004 - FEBRUARY 2004

Coordinated the production of a TV commercial produced in Tampa, Florida.

 

WRITER/PRODUCER, THE MATCH, NOVEMBER 2003 - DECEMBER 2003

Wrote & produced a 5-minute movie in 30 days for the Entertainment Industry Incubator.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S SLIMETIME LIVE, AUGUST 2000 – DECEMBER 2003

Coordinated a 3-hour live, interactive children’s game show 5 days a week.  Partnered with legal, ensuring compliance with network standards.  Facilitated SAG payments.  Supervised all prizing & edited prize graphics.  Processed all accident reports and collaborated with Insurance to ensure proper employee compensation.  Booked crews, managed a staff, and supervised the office.  Managed talent & bands including Ben Stiller, Dana Carvey, Jerry O’Connell, The A*Teens, Uncle Kracker, Master P & Romeo, Tony Hawk, The Cast of All That, The Cast of Brothers Garcia, Amanda Bynes, Frankie Muniz, Nick Cannon, and David Arquette.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON STUDIOS NEW YORK'S NICK KIT, NOVEMBER 2004

Partnered with the Line Producer, Production Manager, and Location Scout in a multi-location promo shoot featuring Orlando, Florida schools, community centers, and students.

 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S U-PICK LIVE 2003 FALL PROMO, AUGUST 2003

Supervised the schedule, scouted locations, handled clearances, partnered with Nickelodeon New York and Universal Studios Florida production, and maintained the production timeline.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S SUMMER SLIME LIVE, JULY 2003-AUGUST2003

Coordinated a 2-hour live, interactive children’s game show 5 days a week.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PROMO, MAY 2003

Coordinated a location shoot at the Maitland RDV Sportsplex with New York Ranger Matthew Barnaby.  Scouted locations, partnered with the RDV Marketing department, and supervised a full-scale production on an ice rink.

 

UPM/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, NICKELODEON NEW YORK'S WILD THORNBERRYS  MOVIE TESTIMONIALS, DECEMBER 2002

Managed a location shoot at the Universal Studios City Walk Loews Theatre complex.  Directed segments, one of which was selected and aired nation wide.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S U-PICK LIVE/WILD THORNBERRYS PROMO, DECEMBER 2002

Administrated a weeklong location shoot of a NY based production in Orlando, Florida while coordinating talent, a zoologist, & several wild African animals including a tiger, elephant, zebra, cobra, and camel.  Organized a location shoot on a roller coaster.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S HEY ARNOLD MOVIE PREMIERE, JUNE 2002

Coordinated a large scale, 3-camera location shoot with Universal Studios Florida.  Assisted in the management and implementation of a canopy to cover two full-size, 3-story alleyways.

 

STAGE MANAGER/PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, 3RD WISH MUSIC VIDEO, SKREEM ENTERTAINMENT, NOVEMBER 2001           

 

STAGE MANAGER/PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, JUSTIN MARTIN MUSIC VIDEO, SKREEM ENTERTAINMENT, NOVEMBER 2001

 

TV SCREEN WRITER, NICKELODEON'S SLIMETIME LIVE, JUNE 2001

Scripted episodes/promotional ads for a live TV show.  Contributed ideas, games, & bits produced for air.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S SLIMETIME LIVE IN THE BAHAMAS, APRIL 2001-MAY 2001

Organized the production, transportation, and logistics of a full shoot on Paradise Island including a 60-person crew, complete 3-camera package, production vehicles, production office, and all equipment and supplies including tech, art, & wardrobe.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON TAKES OVER YOUR SCHOOL, OCTOBER 2001-NOVEMBER 2001 & OCTOBER 2003

Collaborated in the production of 5 location shoots in New Jersey, Georgia, Arizona, Florida, & Tennessee.  Organized the performances of O-Town, LFO, Romeo & Master P, & The Baha Men.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S U-PICK FRIDAY LIVE, SEPTEMBER 2000-NOVEMBER 2000

Coordinated a season long, 2-hour block of live interstitial television.

 

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, NICKELODEON'S U-PICK LIVE CHALLENGE, AUGUST 2000-SEPTEMBER 2000

Coordinated a week long, live promotional show.

 

PA, MEDIA COORDINATOR, TALENT COORDINATOR, DOWNTOWN DISNEY, WALT DISNEY WORLD ENTERTAINMENT, JANUARY 1999-AUGUST 2000

Supported producers, production managers, stage managers, tech crew, and staff with concerts, conventions, and special events.  Responsible for organizing all print, radio, and news media for promos, events, and concerts.  Communicated all media information to executives and staff of a major entertainment complex.  Conducted bands and talent for TV tapings and live concerts including Hootie & the Blowfish, Enrique Iglesias, B-52’s, Sinbad, 10,000 Maniacs, Brandy, Mandy Moore, Lil’ Kim, & Destiny’s Child.  Supervised talent for an LFO Music Video, Another Level Music Video, & It’s Showtime at the Apollo.

 

EDUCATION

 

PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES AT THE CREALDE SCHOOL OF ART, WINTER PARK – 2002, 2003

BA MOTION PICTURE PRODUCTION, UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA – 1998