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Hi, I’m Derek. I’m a film and television production professional based in Savannah with a hands-on background in on-set operations, directing, and writing. I thrive in fast-paced shoots, enjoy collaborating with diverse crews, and am dedicated to keeping productions organized, safe, and moving smoothly from setup to wrap. I’m currently pursuing my B.F.A. in Film and Television at SCAD (Class of 2025) and am excited to contribute to dynamic projects as a Set PA, Assistant Director, or Writer.
Beyond day-to-day production work, I’ve explored directing and writing through multiple indie projects and spec ads, building a versatile skill set that spans from logistics and coordination to creative storytelling.</n>
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Set Production Assistant at Netflix
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA on Survival of the Thickest (Season 3), supporting production on set under the direction of the Key PA.
Set Production Assistant at Open Swim
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA on VenClexta Shoot, assisting on set and coordinating with the production manager.
Set Production Assistant at Dan Klein Films
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA on Nordstrom Rack Commercial production.
Stunt Unit Set PA at Netflix
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Stunt unit Set PA on Bad Day, assisting with on-set operations and safety.
Set Production Assistant at Netflix
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA on I Will Find You (Season 1) production.
Set Production Assistant at Fifth Season
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA on American Classic (Season 1).
PA at Hornet
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025PA on Kodansha House Live Event.
Set Production Assistant at Golden Projects
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA on Maybelline Bundle 7 project.
Set PA / 2nd Assistant Camera at The Cereal Aisle Effect
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA and 2nd AC duties on The Cereal Aisle Effect production.
Set Production Assistant at NBC Universal Television
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Set PA on The Equalizer (Season 5).
Set Production Assistant
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Set PA on General Floor Commercial Shoot.
Office Intern at Kaufman Astoria Studios
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Office intern for Awkwafina is Nora from Queens (Season 3).
Set PA at Netflix – Survival of the Thickest (Season 3)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025On-set production assistant for Netflix series; supported key PA John Gross and assisted with daily production tasks.
Set PA at Open Swim – VenClexta Shoot
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025On-set Set PA; coordinated with production manager Judy Yem and assisted with shoot logistics.
Set PA at Dan Klein Films – Nordstrom Rack Commercial
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA on Nordstrom Rack commercial; supported production team under Tim McBride.
Stunt Unit Set PA at Netflix – Bad Day
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA in stunt unit; maintained safety and coordination on stunt sequences.
Set PA at Netflix – I Will Find You (Season 1)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA; supported main production team led by John Gross.
Set PA at Fifth Season – American Classic (Season 1)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA; assisted key PAs Nick Stellon & Sam Denholtz with daily production tasks.
PA at Hornet – Kodansha House Live Event
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025PA on Kodansha House Live Event; coordinated with POC Li Liang Moroney.
Set PA at Golden Projects – Maybelline Bundle 7
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA; supervised by Production Supervisor Lynda de Zorzi.
Set PA / 2nd Assistant Camera at Golden Projects – The Cereal Aisle Effect
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Set PA and 2nd AC; supported Line Producer Matt Harton.
Set PA at NBC Universal Television – The Equalizer (Season 5)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Set PA on NBCU TV production; reported to Key PA Steven Zaza.
Set PA at General Floor – Commercial Shoot
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Set PA on general floor commercial shoot; worked under 1st AD Courtney Fusselman.
Office Intern at Kaufman Astoria Studios – Awkwafina is Nora from Queens (Season 3)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Office intern; supported production office operations; POC Mary Hodge.
Theatre Attendant at Reel Cinemas
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Theater Attendant; handled guest services and front-of-house operations.
Overnight Camp Counselor / Ropes Course Staff at Pinemere Camp
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Counselor and ropes course staff; supervised youth activities.
Shift Supervisor (Volunteer) at SCAD Savannah Film Festival
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Volunteer shift supervisor; technical and production coordination.
Writer & Director at The Ex-Con Always RINGS Twice – Spec Ad
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Wrote and directed spec ad; collaboration with producer Madelyn Damazo.
Writer and Director at Tables – Short Film
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Wrote and directed short film; produced by Ally Bernabe.
Director at Layers of Protection – Spec Ad
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Directed spec ad; produced by Bella Whilding.
Writer & Director at No, you dig – Short Film
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Wrote and directed short film; produced by Abigail Siddall.
1st Assistant Director at Let’s Eat – Short Film
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 20251st AD on short film; producers Svaja Nicklin & Hope Peters; director Ryan McIntyre.
1st Assistant Director at Angels in Tibet – Music Video
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 20241st AD on music video; producer & director Altria Ayinde.
1st Assistant Director at At Home – SCADpro Spec Ad
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 20241st AD for SCADpro spec ad; produced by Amelia Violet Prouse, directed by Nghi Pham.
2nd Assistant Director at The Godfeather – Short Film
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 20232nd AD on short film; 1st AD Lindsey Susor.
Script Supervisor at Behind Closed Doors – Short Film
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Script Supervisor; directed by Yumi Yuzuriha and Raven Pitts.
Writer at Writer’s Corner – Short Film
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Writer; produced by Andria Zuniga & Jackie Jones, directed by George Sefer.
Key PA at &Collar – Commercial
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Key PA on commercial; background coordination.
Set PA at I Think It’s Funny – Short Film
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Set PA; produced by Ami Bluestone & Nissy Davis.
Background – Actor at Mimi Meets MIO – Commercial
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Background actor on commercial; directed by Nabat Atagarryyeva.
Background – Drone Shoot at SCAD Buildings – Drone Shoot
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Background performer for drone shoot; director Missy Tanner.
Background – Short Film at Masala Chai – Short Film
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Background, 2nd AD: Amelia Violet Prouse.
Set PA at Sandbox – Short Film (Rusty)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Set PA on short film; directed by George Sefer.
Education
B.F.A. Film and Television at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025PA Bootcamp at Savannah Film Commission Office
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Locations Scout Masterclass at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2026Script Supervising Masterclass at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2026B.F.A. in Film and Television at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025Qualifications
PA Bootcamp
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Locations Scout Masterclass
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2026Script Supervising Masterclass
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other
Experience Level
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