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I’m Karen Illesca, a creative professional with a strong grounding in administration and project coordination. I help teams stay organized and productive by combining clear communication with strategic problem solving and a high emotional intelligence. I work well with minimal supervision to meet demanding objectives and I bring calm adaptability to changing environments.
Over the years I’ve built expertise as a content creator, marketing communications professional, and executive assistant, while also thriving in film and television production settings. My passion for creativity meets practical execution—from coordinating locations and budgets to supporting productions and events—always focused on delivering high-quality results for stakeholders and audiences.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Location Coordinator at Curio Pictures (The Artful Dodger Season 2)
December 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025Pre-production development, script creation and treatment oversight; production budget oversight; casting coordination; leadership of creative heads to materialise the creative vision; coordination of releases and vendor paperwork; payroll and production documentation; budget reconciliation.
Location Manager at Smashing Zoic Films Pty Ltd
July 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024Oversee location scouting and management for shoots; coordinate production logistics and crew; ensure compliance and safety on location.
Location Coordinator at BBC Studios (Return to Paradise)
February 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024Location coordination for TV production; manage on-site logistics and permits; coordinate with production and location staff.
Location Coordinator at Curio Pictures (The Narrow Road to the Deep North)
October 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024Location coordination for feature production; oversee production documents, releases and location-related logistics.
Production Assistant at Taublieb Films (Documentary)
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023Administrative support for documentary production; assist with on-set logistics and coordination.
Location Scout / Manager at Antenna Media (Hebal Essences TVC)
July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023Location scouting and management for TVC; coordinate shoots and logistics.
Location Scout / Location Manager at Curio Pictures (Eclipse TVC & Pamolive TVC)
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Location scouting and management for TVCs; oversee location paperwork and on-set coordination.
Location Scout at Married at First Sight
November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021Location scouting for TV shoot; coordinate on-site logistics.
Location Scout at Farmer Wants A Wife
November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021Location scouting for TV shoot; coordinate on-site logistics.
Location Scout at SAS Australia
October 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021Location scouting for TV production; coordinate on-site logistics.
Producer / Director at Whirld Web Series (2Kats Productions)
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021Producer/Director for a web series; engaged contributors, developed concept and oversaw production.
Project Manager at Genero (Telstra Local Marketing Campaign)
April 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022Project management for Telstra local marketing campaign; budgeting and cross-functional coordination.
Location Manager at Pleasant Avenue
March 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023Location management for project; coordinate shoot locations and schedules.
Assistant Location Manager / 2U Location Manager at North Shore (Paramount+)
September 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022Assist and manage location operations for series; coordinate with production teams.
Casual Administration Contracts at Hays Recruiting
May 1, 2011 - July 1, 2011General reception and administration; diary and records handling; travel arrangements.
Administrative Coordinator / Executive Assistant at Australian Film, Television and Radio School
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011Executive support to CEO; systems administration and budgeting; public relations and student recruitment coordination.
Creative Arts Professional / Educator at Nowra Anglican College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009Manage day-to-day creative arts department; coordinate staff and private music tuition; organise performances and productions.
Contract Production Manager / Production Coordinator / 1st AD / Associate Producer at Various
September 1, 2007 - January 1, 2018Planning and delivery of communications and promotions; coordinate with suppliers and stakeholders; content creation for promotional outputs.
Communications & Events Coordinator at University of Wollongong
July 1, 2011 - April 1, 2021Plan and execute communications and events; collaborate with internal and external stakeholders; manage publications and content for library/Learning & Teaching.
Education
Diploma of Communication and Media Studies at University of New England
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026Qualifications
First Aid Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026Youth Mentor Certificate – Bomaderry TAFE
January 1, 2014 - February 4, 2026AMEB Music Pianoforte and Music Theory 6th Grade
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
Experience Level
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