Provided original and inventive contributions on high-end commercials, collaborating closely with director Saman Kesh for clients such as Netflix, Nintendo, and Comcast. Assisted in storyboarding, casting, location scouting, and script writing. Supported all stages of production during international travel to align with client expectations.
K PERIOD MEDIA, RUFFIAN // Assistant to Director
Collaborated on global commercial projects for major brands including Apple, BMW, and Toyota. Supported Martin Krejčí throughout pre, pro, and post-production on the independent film The True Adventures of Wolfboy where I liaised between executive producers, department heads, and film commission offices; maintained a productive workflow on set and during post-production.
PUBLIC ROAD PRODUCTIONS // Assistant to Director
Managed an office team of 14 and facilitated seamless operations across multiple projects. Assisted Brett Morgen on the Hulu pilot When the Street Lights Go On and the National Geographic documentary Jane. Provided personal support to the director and his family.
NEW LINE CINEMA // Assistant to Director
Supported director Brad Peyton on the blockbuster production of San Andreas ensuring seamless coordination between department heads, talent, and studio executives. Directed the storyboard artists and pre-visualization team. Assisted with casting notes, script revisions, and managed international logistics for an overseas shoot.
BLUMHOUSE // Assistant to Director
Assisted David Gelb on the feature film The Lazarus Effect, delivering script coverage, managing calendars, and sourcing stock footage. Coordinated with entertainment companies following the success of Jiro Dreams of Sushi. Assisted Brad Peyton on the indie horror Incarnate and supported his other live-action and animation projects across different production stages and countries. Conducted extensive research, gathered historical references, and developed visual bibles.
BEEKEEPER’S NATURALS // ContentCreator
Directed, produced, and edited diverse branded content, including street interviews and engaging shorts. Collaborated with social media teams on ideation and led full-cycle production efforts. Executed comprehensive post-production, including editing, sound design, and color correction, to deliver consistent, high-quality mini-films.
FREELANCE //
Between my primary roles, I worked on a variety of freelance projects that expanded my skills and kept me engaged in diverse aspects of the industry. Here are some notable highlights:
Set Dresser; Now by Paramore, Timeless by The Airborne Toxic Event, Steve Martin & Edie Brickell - Love Will Come For You, Ghost Girls web-series, commercials for: Claritin D & Ugg.
Production Assistant; Pee-wee’s Big Holiday, The Gift, Lost City of Z, Baskets, I’m Dying Up Here, Bella and the Bulldogs, commercials for: Alfa Romeo, Buffalo Wild Wings, Tampax, Papa Johns, Humira, and Funny or Die Real Life Horse, plus The Bucket List Family.
Photographer’s Assistant; for Dan Doperalski at Variety, shooting: Ciara, Zoe Saldana, Mel Gibson, Matthew McConaughey, G-Eazy.