Natasha Lawrence
Glebe,NSW
Summary
Worked at the ABC for a decade in various roles TV being the favourite. Im a creator, editor, and business operations manager known for transforming ideas into captivating content, as demonstrated in my feature documentary, Destination Arnold which went to air 2016 on ABCTV. Team player worked in construction and media, my skillset is I can go from one extreme to another and still get the job done, just show me how...
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer
Campfire X
08.2023 - Current
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Produced the website for Campfire x
- Provide creative sounding board and ideas on the projects
- Indigenous Cultural Advisor
Marketing/Events Manager
Gadigal Information Service Koori Radio
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
- Generated ideas to enhance and expand current event offerings.
- Nurtured and built relationships with vendors, venues and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.
- Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to publicize and promote events.
- Created and managed social media campaigns to increase brand engagement.
- Overseeing the transmission of audio signals via radio waves.
- Orchestrating both live and pre-recorded broadcasts for optimal audience engagement.
- Facilitating community involvement through events, support for local causes, and providing a platform for community voices.
- Adobe Audio to edit radio segments for radio show
Dogman Crane Crew
Marr's Contractors
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Direct a crane operator in the movement of loads, with Tower Cranes
- Select and inspect lifting gear
- Sling loads safely as per trained techniques
- Work in a team environment
- Communicate with supervisors regarding lifts
- Organising equipment for heavy lifting via lifting plans
- Communication methods
- Whistle techniques, hand signals and Two-way radio communication
- Carrying out work safely in changing conditions
- Observed all Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) policies and procedures on a daily basis.
Dogman Crane Crew
Piping Solutions
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Riggings up pipes to 18 meters' long
- Slinging pipes to install alongside valves
- Picking up and moving about loads with manitou
- The selection and inspection of lifting gear
- Moving, placing and securing a load using a chain block
- The directing the franna operator in the movement of a load
- Communication methods
- Whistle techniques, hand signals and Two-way radio communication
- Carrying out work safely in changing conditions
- Team Player
Dogman Crane Crew
Reds Global Crane Company
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Direct a crane operator in the movement of loads, with Tower Cranes
- Select and inspect lifting gear
- Sling loads safely as per trained techniques
- Planning work in accordance with legislative requirements, site procedures and manufacturers specifications
- Identifying and controlling hazards in the workplace, including procedures for working near power lines & people
- Communication methods
- Whistle techniques, hand signals and Two-way radio communication
- Carrying out work safely in changing conditions
- Team Player
Labourer/Dogman
CPB Contractors
07.2017 - 02.2020
- Perform general labouring duties on work site
- Works well part of a team
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Operate tele handler to direct the transport of materials within the site
- Ability to follow instructions
- Dogging tower and mobile cranes with radio communication equipment, visual hand signals or whistle
- Participate in safety meetings, communicate with team members and supervisors to provide regular updates
- Observed all Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) policies and procedures on a daily basis
- 9 Tonne Dumpy working with Civil Crew
- Defects crew
- Started working on Tower Cranes with CPB Contractors during the First Sector of the Metro RailLink Project
Production Assistant
Australian Broadcasting Corporation TV
01.2005 - 01.2016
- Performed administrative support duties for the Executive Assistant to the Head of Television
- Completed SAP Procurement and time sheets within required timeframe efficiently
- Addressed viewer queries, received calls and performed as first point of contact
- Provide a high level of Customer Service
- Provided data entry, filing, documentation and other administrative tasks as required
- Complied with all organisational policies and guidelines in the completion of all duties
- Provided flight bookings and accommodation to camera crew, producers and reporters for offsite production
- Assisted the Production Manager and Executive Producer of the Fact Checking Unit, Lateline and The Business
- Coordinated and organised schedules, communicated with staff and resolved any administrative issues
- Addressed queries received through calls and providing appropriate answers to viewers
- Performed administrative support, SAP Procurement and time sheets and all other assigned duties
- Provide general administrative support including data entry, copying, email, printing and other tasks for the Production Manager and Series Producer
- Organised flight bookings and coordinated accommodation for TA's and crew members
- Maintained electronic and paper filing system, managed mail correspondence and addressed phone calls and viewer enquiries
- Purchased through SAP Procurement system in accordance to company guidelines and procedures
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and other assigned tasks for production staff and crew.
Education
Certificate II in Civil Construction -
TAFE Annandale
01.2017
Graduate Diploma in Documentary -
AFTRS
01.2012
Certificate in Documentary -
AFTRS
01.2011
Intro Microsoft office -
Eora TAFE College Chippendale
01.2004
Film & Television Productions -
Eora TAFE College Chippendale
01.2003
RCG -
Eora TAFE College Chippendale
01.2002
Skills
- Doggman, rigging & civil constructions
- WHS procedures
- Communicator
- Strong analytical, decision-making, problem solving skills, quick learner
- Excellent interpersonal
- Networking, lead, research, negotiate, analyse, and resolve issues
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to deal with difficult situations while maintaining performance
- Video Editing
- Strong Graphic and Visual Sense
- Production Operations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Content Production
- Broadcast Media
- Creative Vision
- Story Teller
- Being Indigenous
- Comedy
Licenses And Tickets
- TSH Trained Operator Gold Card Telescope Handler
- EWP Yellow Card VL, SL, BL
- Construction Induction Card No. 822359 White Card
- National Licence to Preform High Risk Work DG, RB, RI, LF
- Work Safely at Heights
- Traffic Controller
- Implement Traffic Control Plans
- Drivers Licence NSW class C
- First Aid Training
References
- Matty Willams, Marrs Team Leader, 0410 496 458
- Jodi Shannon Indigenous Consultant 0466 279 998
- Pauline Clague Producer 0447 671 808
Timeline
Producer
Campfire X
08.2023 - Current
Marketing/Events Manager
Gadigal Information Service Koori Radio
12.2022 - 08.2023
Dogman Crane Crew
Marr's Contractors
06.2021 - 09.2022
Dogman Crane Crew
Piping Solutions
03.2021 - 06.2021
Dogman Crane Crew
Reds Global Crane Company
02.2020 - 02.2021
Labourer/Dogman
CPB Contractors
07.2017 - 02.2020
Production Assistant
Australian Broadcasting Corporation TV
01.2005 - 01.2016
Certificate II in Civil Construction -
TAFE Annandale
Graduate Diploma in Documentary -
AFTRS
Certificate in Documentary -
AFTRS
Intro Microsoft office -
Eora TAFE College Chippendale
Film & Television Productions -
Eora TAFE College Chippendale
RCG -
Eora TAFE College Chippendale
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