I am an English teacher, editor, admissions counselor, and media/film professional with 20 years of experience. I have worked as a freelance production assistant on nearly fifty films, television shows, and commercials, including collaborations with over a dozen Oscar-winning actors and actresses, which has sharpened my ability to stay organized under pressure and communicate clearly. I am a co-owner of Lambs Grove Productions and bring experience in business and data management, advertising, and project supervision. I have taught high school English, earned commendations from parents and students for teaching excellence, and hold graduate degrees in Performance & English and in Media Studies with a focus on film. I enjoy sharing knowledge and collaborating across disciplines to create engaging media and educational experiences.

Ashley Christopher Leach

I am an English teacher, editor, admissions counselor, and media/film professional with 20 years of experience. I have worked as a freelance production assistant on nearly fifty films, television shows, and commercials, including collaborations with over a dozen Oscar-winning actors and actresses, which has sharpened my ability to stay organized under pressure and communicate clearly. I am a co-owner of Lambs Grove Productions and bring experience in business and data management, advertising, and project supervision. I have taught high school English, earned commendations from parents and students for teaching excellence, and hold graduate degrees in Performance & English and in Media Studies with a focus on film. I enjoy sharing knowledge and collaborating across disciplines to create engaging media and educational experiences.

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I am an English teacher, editor, admissions counselor, and media/film professional with 20 years of experience. I have worked as a freelance production assistant on nearly fifty films, television shows, and commercials, including collaborations with over a dozen Oscar-winning actors and actresses, which has sharpened my ability to stay organized under pressure and communicate clearly.

I am a co-owner of Lambs Grove Productions and bring experience in business and data management, advertising, and project supervision. I have taught high school English, earned commendations from parents and students for teaching excellence, and hold graduate degrees in Performance & English and in Media Studies with a focus on film. I enjoy sharing knowledge and collaborating across disciplines to create engaging media and educational experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

First Team/Basecamp Production Assistant at Freelance
January 2, 2017 - Present
Production assistant for over fifty films, television shows, and commercials. Complete daily production reports for the studios’ evaluation. Responsible for coordinating and implementing the schedules of three departments of professional talent.
Senior Admission Counselor at The New School
September 13, 2013 - January 2, 2017
Oversaw the audition and recruitment processes for the Performing Arts Division. Edited and proofread college applications, university literature for prospective students, and guidelines for admission policy. Graduate Teaching Assistant, which included preparing lesson plans and evaluating and providing feedback on students’ written work. Presented information on the admissions process and curriculum of graduate and undergraduate programs. Travelled nationally and internationally to promote the New School, and recruit students for the school’s program in Media Studies and Film.
Secondary School English Teacher at Various Public/Private Schools
September 2, 2002 - January 2, 2012
Developed, prepared, and instituted lesson plans focusing on literature evaluation and critical reading and analytical writing skills. Tutored underperforming students to increase their writing and literacy skills. Earned top evaluations from administration and state education board.
Screenwriter/Producer at Lambs Grove Productions
October 4, 2004 - Present
Sandhill Boys-2010 Narrative Short, Slamdance International Film Festival Those People of the South-2014 Experimental Short, Slamdance International Film Festival Annie-2016 Feature Length Finalist, Chicago Blow-up International Arthouse Film Festival Transition to Minor Burning-2017 Quarterfinalist, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Nicholl Fellowship

Education

B.A. American and Black Studies at The College of William and Mary
January 11, 2030 - March 4, 2026
M.A. Performance & English at Queen Mary, University of London
January 11, 2030 - March 4, 2026
M.A. Media Studies with a Concentration in Film at The New School
January 11, 2030 - March 4, 2026
Praxis English Language Arts: Content and Analysis Exam – Excellence Score: 196/200 at Praxis
January 11, 2030 - March 4, 2026

Qualifications

Praxis English Language Arts: Content and Analysis Exam – Excellence Score: 196/200
January 11, 2030 - March 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
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