Crystal Owens-Branch
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Storyfarm
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Producer
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Jan 2018 - Present
Simultaneously managed 10-15 media productions from concept to completion. (i.e., Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production.) Rotated attention to each project throughout the day and memorized the details of each one. She has managed all areas of production: content creation, client relations, staff management, production (live-action, animation, graphic design), post-production schedules, travel coordination, location scouting, auditions, rehearsals, fittings, and overseeing the delivery of project deliverables. Created and managed project timelines for all facets of media, including graphics/animation and live-action content for web and television usage. Manged schedules according to deadlines while prioritizing the needs of team members and the company. She maintained detail-oriented notes throughout the project timeline. Including but not limited to: Editing notes, client remarks, and management feedback. She provided final review notes and last looks for all deliverables. Show less
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Margaritas On The Rocks Food Blog
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Baltimore, Maryland, United States
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Writer/Editor/Recipe Developer
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Jul 2014 - May 2023
Recipe development and content creation for MOTR platform and major food brands: Kraft, Sutter Home Wines, Coca Cola, Campbells, Rubbermaid, Corona, Texas Pete, Sara Lee, and more. Management of CSM, Social Media Platforms, and Content Calendar. Content Creation: food styling, food photography, blog features, and social media graphics. Research & development of new food trends. Recipe development and content creation for MOTR platform and major food brands: Kraft, Sutter Home Wines, Coca Cola, Campbells, Rubbermaid, Corona, Texas Pete, Sara Lee, and more. Management of CSM, Social Media Platforms, and Content Calendar. Content Creation: food styling, food photography, blog features, and social media graphics. Research & development of new food trends.
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Margarita's On The Rocks Food Blog
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Baltimore, Maryland, United States
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Freelance Food Photographer & Editor
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May 2020 - May 2022
Provides content creation services. Create and capture enticing food images for promotional materials, social media marketing, and cookbooks. Provide Food photography, styling, and photo editing services are offered to major brands and independent clients. Provides content creation services. Create and capture enticing food images for promotional materials, social media marketing, and cookbooks. Provide Food photography, styling, and photo editing services are offered to major brands and independent clients.
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WILL Interactive
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United States
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Associate Producer
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Jun 2016 - Sep 2017
Worked closely with lead producer to coordinate various production areas, including the drafting of contracts for both crew and talent, lunch preparations, supervising craft services and staff, and assisting with time management. She assisted the Lead Producer with managing day-to-day tasks and duties through all stages of the production: Pre-production, Production, and Post-Production. Responsible for the drafting and supervision of 70+ contracts for crew and talent per production (Talent Image Releases and Image Rights, Production Contracts, Vendor Service Agreements, and Third-Party Releases). Associate Produced various Interactive Video projects for the United States Navy and the Department of Agriculture. Show less
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Interface Media Group
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Producer
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Oct 2015 - Oct 2015
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Production Assistant
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Oct 2015 - Oct 2015
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Skyrocket Productions
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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Production Coordinator
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May 2015 - Aug 2015
Assisted Producer with drafting crew deal memos, creating schedules, and various documents. Assisted with casting, budgets, and staffing for various productions. Assisted Producer with drafting crew deal memos, creating schedules, and various documents. Assisted with casting, budgets, and staffing for various productions.
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Octane Rich Media
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Production Assistant
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Jul 2015 - Jul 2015
Assisted in production office and managed craft services. Assisted in production office and managed craft services.
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Office Production Assistant
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May 2015 - May 2015
Filing, maintaining office supplies, administrative tasks, assists with marketing and event planning for non-profit company. Filing, maintaining office supplies, administrative tasks, assists with marketing and event planning for non-profit company.
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Green Buzz Agency
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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1 - 100 Employee
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Video Production & Communications Intern
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Jan 2015 - May 2015
Responsible for handling multiple tasks on a daily basis. Performs independent research on various topics dealing with market research, case studies, upcoming events, company blog, and client based projects. Served as Production Assistant in the field and assisted with the set-up and breakdown of sound and lighting equipment. Assists with managing various social media accounts. Provided assistance with sound bite selection using Adobe Premier software. Responsible for handling multiple tasks on a daily basis. Performs independent research on various topics dealing with market research, case studies, upcoming events, company blog, and client based projects. Served as Production Assistant in the field and assisted with the set-up and breakdown of sound and lighting equipment. Assists with managing various social media accounts. Provided assistance with sound bite selection using Adobe Premier software.
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Interface Media Group
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Production Assistant
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Apr 2015 - Apr 2015
Assisted producers and crew with time management. Prepped talent for filming. Assisted producers and crew with time management. Prepped talent for filming.
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DCTV - Public Access Corporation of the District of Columbia
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Washington, D.C.
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Video Production Intern
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Sep 2014 - Dec 2014
Produced, shot, and edited news packages for news and lifestyle show “District Buzz”. Researched information and pitched story ideas for approval. Served as production assistant and field technician on DCTV productions. Assisted with equipment check-out, performed field research including interviews and phone calls. Provided administrative assistance in production office and customer service to DCTV members. Working knowledge of Final Cut Pro editing software and field production equipment: Sony NX5, tripod, handheld microphone, microphone with clip, mountable camera light, headphones, and lighting equipment. Show less
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Skyrocket Productions, LLC
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Temple Hills, Maryland
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Production Associate
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Mar 2004 - Jul 2009
Performed a wide range of management duties including upholding company regulations, guidelines, directives, policies, and procedural manuals to resolve day-to-day and specific problems affecting office operations and management issues. Served as the company liaison for all matters relating to new clientele, executive company matters, and all administrative issues. Identified and resolved a range of critical issues for on-site productions and advised the production department, producers, and company executives of any and all obstacles during pre-production, principle, and post-production. Completed company productions on schedule and under budget. Developed up-to-date policies, procedures, and recommendations for the various production departments. Developed and maintained hard copy, electronic filing system and new clientele solicitation procedures. Served as a producer, director, production assistant, and production coordinator on multiple productions; coordinated all aspects of video production including: planning of travel arrangements to and from production sites for all talent and production crew members. Served as Associate Producer and Casting Assistant on Safehouse feature film. Supervised and managed staffing of various crew members, and assisted with craft services. Show less
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BET
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Entertainment
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700 & Above Employee
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Production Assistant
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Jan 2007 - Mar 2008
Performed office assistant duties for security and production office on two televised productions. Received and directed telephone calls and visitors to appropriate personnel and offices. Utilized and maintained previously established filing system. Drafted correspondence to supervisors and management. Provided administrative support and customer service to clients and show patrons. Delivered production materials from production site to BET headquarters for multiple supervisors. Show less
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Education
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University of Maryland University College
Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies, Mass Communication/Media Studies