I am an experienced coordinator with a background in journalism, communications and film production, with a breadth of international experience. I also have some experience in podcast production. I am seeking a role that would allow me to utilise my keen people and organisational skills.

Olivia Funnell

I am an experienced coordinator with a background in journalism, communications and film production, with a breadth of international experience. I also have some experience in podcast production. I am seeking a role that would allow me to utilise my keen people and organisational skills.

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I am an experienced coordinator with a background in journalism, communications and film production, with a breadth of international experience. I also have some experience in podcast production.

I am seeking a role that would allow me to utilise my keen people and organisational skills.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Production Coordinator at Plato Creative
January 1, 2025 - Present
Pivoting from VFX production, I utilised my transferable skills to coordinate a project at Plato. In this role, I communicated with clients, coordinated the creative team, scheduled work, managed folders, uploads, downloads and relayed client notes.
Production Coordinator at Framestore, Montreal
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Seeking further international experience, I worked on movies such as Rebel Moon and F1, and I managed a production schedule across multiple diverse departments, coordinating a team of VFX artists. On a daily basis, I wrangled artists for review sessions and updates on their work progress. I was the main communication point between production and the artists.
Communications Coordinator at Animal Logic, Sydney
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Wrote engaging copy for the company’s social media platforms and website. Coordinated events and planned initiatives and copy.
Production Coordinator at Animal Logic, Sydney
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Coordinated a team of artists on the animated film, DC League of Super-Pets and ensured deadlines were met. This role required strong management and communication skills.
Freelance Media Coordinator at AJD Media, Sydney
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
I was hired by CNBC journalist Amanda Drury, to write copy for her PR company start-up. This role required the utilisation of my journalistic capabilities.
Production Assistant at Mill Film, Adelaide
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Assisting the production team with organising meetings, processing travel expenses and general admin duties. I also began my coordinator training where I assisted the Production Coordinator with coordinating a team of animators.
Webseries Host at Talko English, Melbourne
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Presented a popular travel webseries targeted at international students. My duties included; writing the scripts, interviewing and presenting.
Production Assistant at Framestore, Montreal
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
I was initially hired as a Production Assistant on the film Dumbo but soon progressed into coordinator training. My duties encompassed a broad range of duties, including setting up for review sessions and taking notes.
Producing & Reporting Intern at CJAD Radio, Montreal
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
I assisted the producer of the Natasha Hall show, which was a popular morning radio program. I then also interned as a reporter in the newsroom.
Production Assistant at WIN Television, Wollongong
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Duties included: operating the auto-cue machine for the 6pm news bulletin, prepping the studio and assisting the news director. This role furthered my understanding of working in a control room environment which is a high pressure environment.. I also transitioned into a news director position right before moving to Montreal, where I directed talent and operated the control room equipment which required strong multitasking abilities.

Education

Bachelor of Journalism at University of Wollongong
January 1, 2015 - December 13, 2025
Diploma of Digital Television Production at JMC Academy, Sydney
January 1, 2011 - December 13, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet