Jessica J. Thompson 

Location: CT 

Email: JT39339@gmail.com

 

Education

Quinnipiac University                                                Hamden, CT

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film, Television, and Media Arts 

May 2021 

Concentration: Film

GPA 3.60|Dean's List 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021

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Comcast                                              Cromwell, CT & Norwich, CT

Studio Production Specialist                              August 2023 - Present

• Coordinate studio access, edit sessions, production schedules, and communications for access users while managing multiple priorities and deadlines 

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•  Program public access content across multiple channels, tracking schedules and ensuring shows air accurately and on time  

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• Support internal Comcast productions as a camera operator while assisting with production logistics and day-of-needs 

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Chair 10 Productions                                                Newtown, CT

Intern                                                    March 2023 - May 2023

• Supported production management workflows including budgeting, scheduling, script breakdowns, vendor research, and planning documentation                                                                               

• Built and organized a Fairfield County list to support outreach, production logistics, and departmental resource tracking                                            

• Strengthened professional communication skills by representing film industry interests at the Connecticut State Capitol 
   

Bernard Buddy Jordan Foundation                                  Bridgeport, CT

Social Media Coordinator/Videographer & Photographer   February 2023 - May 2023

• Created daily social media content, newsletters, photo/video assets, and mission-driven communications for nonprofit audiences                                                                              
• Collaborated with coordinators, board members, and interns to align messaging, interview questions, and creative deliverables with project goals 
   
• Maintained organized media files and production materials to support efficient access, storage, and continuity                                                              

New York University                                                  Queens, NY

2ndAC                                                                         April 2022

• Strengthened camera knowledge by organizing equipment                                    

• Acquired new terminology by assisting the director and DP before slating              

• Collaborated with new crew members       

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Hallmark: The Ghosts of Christmas Always                           Hartford, CT

COVID PA                                                                      March 2022

• Enforced production health and safety guidelines on set through clear communication   

• Strengthened organization skills by coordinating and verifying all COVID tests each week                                                                                     

• Ensured sanitary items were available for all cast and crew by keeping track of supplies each week 

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Pier 59 Studios                                                    New York, NY

Studio Assistant                                            January 2022 - February 2022

• Supported daily studio operations, client needs, shoot readiness, studio builds, equipment organization, and fast moving production requests                            

Loopy Loup Productions: Could Thou And I                            Windham, VT

Director of Photography, Camera Operator, and Gaffer                July - November 2021

• Enforced collaboration skills by working closely with the director to help reinforce his creative vision                                                                   

• Strengthened leadership and multi-tasking skills by performing three roles at once                       

• Attained knowledge of new camera equipment such as the 12K Ursa Blackmagic, Proaim Video jib, and the Dana Dolly   

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Netflix: The Noel Diary                                            Stamford, CT

Health and Safety Monitor                                                May - July 2021

• Enforced CDC guidelines for all crew and organized and maintained COVID testing documentation                                                                             

• Organized and stocked supplies to ensure PPE was provided at every location           

• Enhanced communication skills by acquiring greater knowledge of film terminology 

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Quinnipiac University                                                Hamden, CT

Director of Senior Capstone Film                                  August 2020 - May 2021

• Strengthened leadership skills through research and directing classes                 

• Strengthened the ability to problem solve as the pandemic jeopardized our production                                                                   

• Acquired new collaboration skills through constant communication with cast and crew members 

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Engage The Vision                                                 Hawthorne, CA

Video Intern                                                        January - April 2020

• Collaborated with co-workers to direct and produce a promotional video for a new start-up company                                                                      

• Acquired leadership roles by taking on new creative film and photography projects       

• Strengthened communication skills through client collaboration 

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Other Production Assistant Experience

Haley Wetherington Production|Brooklyn, NY      Can You Feel It Music Video January 2022

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Skills

Software: Adobe Premiere, Adobe Lightroom, Canva, Airtable, and Final Draft 12

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Hardware: Sony A7iv, 12k Ursa Blackmagic, Sony FS-5, shotgun mics, lavalier mics, Ari lights, Lowell lights, Kino Flo's, Dana Dolly, C-stands, and tripods