Jamie Platt
Pambula Beach,NSW
Summary
Teacher Trainer
Forward-thinking and knowledgeable professional with a solid background helming production of high-quality television, Film and TVC features. I am now interested in transitioning into the tertiary eduction sector and believe my successful 20+ year career in Assistant Directing can add real value to this role. I am experienced in using technical and creative knowledge to build connections to strengthen engagement and help others reach their full potential. In addition, I have the ability to adapt and pivot efficiently depending on the needs of the business and possess excellent communication skills including with diverse stakeholders across different teams and hierarchies. Finally, I am knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Assistant Director
Freelance
01.1985 - Current
- Working on a wide range of Film/TV/TVC productions over the last 25 years including Home and Away, Neighbours, White Collar Blue I & II, Mission Impossible 2, The Matrix I & II, Sydney 2000 Olympics and Priscilla Queen of the Desert
- Coordinated the daily operations of a film set with the Director and Production Manager.
- Organized production paperwork, such as call sheets and rehearsal schedules.
- Supervised crew members to ensure safety protocols were followed on set.
- Oversaw camera blocking, rehearsals and shot lists for each scene.
- Leveraged creative methods, people skills, and available communications channels to positively impact key stakeholder engagement.
- Communicated with other departments to coordinate logistics for filming.
- Managed the flow of information between departments during pre-production and post-production phases.
- Maintained records of all expenses related to the production budget.
- Resolved any conflicts that arose among personnel on set in a timely manner.
- Obtained necessary permits or licenses required for filming locations.
- Recruited, hired and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
- Managed staff, financials and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.
- For list of credits please ask for First AD CV
Education
Cert IV - Training And Assessment
AIM
11-2023
Skills
- Film production
- Strong leadership
- Project and Operations Management
- Administrative Support
- Customer Relations
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
- People Management
- Negotiation
- Scheduling expertise
- Script review and revision
- Creativity and Innovation
Certification
- Licence for Movie Magic MMS6 (TV & Film Scheduling system)
- Excellent Driving History/Current Drivers Licence
- Own reliable motor vehicle
- High School Certificate- Seaforth TAFE
- NSW Working With Children Check
- Workplace Health and Safety Construction (White Card)
Accomplishments
- Life member of Cinema pioneer
- Worked on Oscar winning film 'Pricilla Queen of The Desert' 1997 as a 3rd AD
- Worked as AD with acclaimed director Russell Muckey for projects such as Elton Johns ‘Sad Songs' film clips and for projects with Madonna
- Part of team responsible for adapting Movie Magic (industry standard 'call/run sheet') from an American based system to Australian
Previous Work History
- Bus Driver CDC
- Assistant Manager (Clareville Cellars)
- Console Operator (Mobil Service Station)
- Council Cleaner (Manly Warringah Council)
- Five Star Silver Service Waiter/Bar Manager (Jonah's Restaurant - Whale Beach)
- Store Manager (Avalon Video Shop)
- Bar Manager/ Cinema Usher/ Candy Store Operator (Avalon Hayden Cinema)
- Head Cashier/ Sales Assistant (Knock and Kirby's Hardware)
Timeline
First Assistant Director
Freelance
01.1985 - Current
Cert IV - Training And Assessment
AIM
- Licence for Movie Magic MMS6 (TV & Film Scheduling system)
- Excellent Driving History/Current Drivers Licence
- Own reliable motor vehicle
- High School Certificate- Seaforth TAFE
- NSW Working With Children Check
- Workplace Health and Safety Construction (White Card)
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