About
I'm currently looking to return to production work having taken a break to focus on personal projects as a writer. I have a background in production, development and the wider film industry having collaborated with companies including Universal Pictures, New Regency and See-Saw Films.
I was mentored by director Gina Prince-Bythewood, with whom I worked extensively on Netflix’s film THE OLD GUARD, starring Charlize Theron. I went on to work alongside producer Andrea Cornwell and writer Anna Symon on Apple TV+ series THE ESSEX SERPENT, directed by Clio Barnard and I was also a visiting writer on Season 3 of HBO show, SUCCESSION, as part of the HBO UK Directors Program. My latest role was at Set Dec Coordinator on THE MARVELS.
I'm open to roles assisting Directors and Producers, working in the Production Office and Coordinating other departments.
I'm bilingual (English & Italian) with experience working on UK and International productions in Italy and Morocco.
BAFTA Connect Member | Women In Film LA Pathmaker Awardee 2021
E-learning
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Experience
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Set Dec Coordinator
Coordinated the Set Dec Department, liaising with Production, Accounts, Art, Props, Construction, Costume, VFX, Clearance, Assistant Directors, negotiating with external vendors and arranging international shipping to facilitate the design process of 100+ sets.
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Producer's Assistant (Andrea Cornwell) / Production Secretary
Worked alongside producer Andrea Cornwell and Writer Anna Symon, taking notes in meetings, implementing script changes and co-ordinating script revisions for Eps.1-6. Involved in setting up the production and contributed to work in the production office (i.e. running the production calendar and arranging meetings, liaising with crew and execs, distributing memos and scripts, prepping application for licenses, securing consultants, planning training and services for crew etc).
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Visiting Writer
Joined the Succession Season 3 Writers' Room as part of the HBO UK Directors Program.
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Assistant to Director (Gina Prince-Bythewood)
Worked alongside director Gina Prince-Bythewood throughout pre-production and production (UK & Morocco) across all logistical and creative needs, attending all meetings and recces, liaising with talent and HoDs and co-ordinating script revisions.
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Production Secretary
Contributed to all aspects of production on director Rose Glass’ BFI/Film 4 backed debut feature as well as managed travel and accommodation for 60+ cast & crew, handling budget, per diems and TMOs.
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Producer's Assistant (Liz Watts)
Involved in the overall creative and logistical filmmaking process throughout pre-production and production (UK & Italy).
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Int'l Marketing & Distribution Assistant
Worked alongside the Head of Intl Marketing & Distribution on the international marketing and distribution of titles such as Gone Girl, Birdman and The Revenant, while liaising between New Regency’s Head Office in LA and distributor Fox.
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Director's Assistant
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Int'l Production Assistant
Gained broad insight in the industry with exposure to the process of making a film from development to distribution, understanding how a Studio operates, how they form relationships with independent filmmakers and source and assess the creative and commercial potential of new projects. Working in a fast paced environment, I developed excellent admin, organisational and communication skills.
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Production Assistant / Director's Assistant
Education and training
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
ScreenSkills Funded
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
ScreenSkills Funded
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MA Cultural & Creative Industries
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BA Drama & Theatre Arts