Hi there! I’m Kiana Smith, a freelance filmmaker and production professional with hands-on experience across directing assistance, casting support, script supervision, and on-set operations. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy coordinating with cast and crew to keep productions running smoothly, from lighting setups to sound support and prop management. I hold a BA in Theatre from CSU Fullerton and an AA in Theatre from Fresno City College, with a proven track record on student and independent projects in short and long-form media. I’m passionate about storytelling, creative problem solving, and efficient on-set processes. I bring strong communication, rapid learning, and a team-focused mindset to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to dynamic productions and continue growing in the film industry.

Hi there! I’m Kiana Smith, a freelance filmmaker and production professional with hands-on experience across directing assistance, casting support, script supervision, and on-set operations. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy coordinating with cast and crew to keep productions running smoothly, from lighting setups to sound support and prop management. I hold a BA in Theatre from CSU Fullerton and an AA in Theatre from Fresno City College, with a proven track record on student and independent projects in short and long-form media. I’m passionate about storytelling, creative problem solving, and efficient on-set processes. I bring strong communication, rapid learning, and a team-focused mindset to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to dynamic productions and continue growing in the film industry.

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Hi there! I’m Kiana Smith, a freelance filmmaker and production professional with hands-on experience across directing assistance, casting support, script supervision, and on-set operations. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy coordinating with cast and crew to keep productions running smoothly, from lighting setups to sound support and prop management. I hold a BA in Theatre from CSU Fullerton and an AA in Theatre from Fresno City College, with a proven track record on student and independent projects in short and long-form media.

I’m passionate about storytelling, creative problem solving, and efficient on-set processes. I bring strong communication, rapid learning, and a team-focused mindset to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to dynamic productions and continue growing in the film industry.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Production Crew at California State University Fullerton
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Lighting Assistance; Sound Assistance; Stage Crew; Production Assistance; Usher; Box Office Assistance
Production Crew at Fresno City College
May 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020
Lighting Assistance; Sound Assistance; Stage Crew; Production Assistance; Usher; Box Office Assistance
Freelance Film Production at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2025 - November 20, 2025
1st Assistant Director, 2nd Assistant Director, Production Assistant, Casting Director, Casting Assistant, Script Supervisor, Behind the Scenes Photography Director, Social Media Management, Prop Management. Coordinated communication between cast and crew; Set up and designed lighting equipment; Assisted with sound; Scouted and scheduled auditions; Prop sourcing; Short and long form media; Vertical video shooting; Focus pulling; Script breakdown.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at California State University Fullerton
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
Associates of Arts at Fresno City College
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment