LARISSA SALAZAR
WORK EXPERIENCE
Fremantle, Executive Assistant to Showrunner/Producer (Unscripted TV) Aug 2022 - Dec 2023
· Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling, rolling calls, data entry, data tracking, preparing expense reports, crafting pitch decks
· Coordinated travel; planned and executed various events, meals, screenings, appointments, and run-throughs
· Assisted and supported production for multiple TV shows for networks such as CBS, ABC, and NBC
Fremantle, Scripted Development Intern
June 2022 - Aug 2022
· Covered books, scripts, evaluated IP for development consideration and viability
· Reported on readings in weekly meetings to recommend material
· Researched writers and various other talent for lists to be used in pitches
Various Professional Independent Films, Production Department (Freelance)
Aug 2018 - May 2022
· Accomplished many projects in different roles including PA, Key PA, Production Coordinator, and 2nd 2nd AD
· Provided overall support to production: transported equipment and footage, kept common areas clean, facilitated communication between departments, managed talent needs, handled paperwork, delegated tasks to assistants
· Totaled more than 1,200 hours of work on set in addition to being a full-time student
Maximum Effort, Film & TV Development Intern
March 2022 - Aug 2022
· Submitted daily coverage on multiple content forms (books, scripts, podcasts, comics, short stories)
· Researched current IP and created reports on potential content
QC Entertainment, Development Intern
Sept 2021 - Dec 2021
· Covered 2 scripts per week, explored story and marketing potential
· Reviewed and evaluated IP for development consideration
· Covered a coordinator desk: rolled calls, scheduled meetings, conducted research and data entry
Manage-ment, Development Intern
Sept 2021 - Dec 2021
· Prepared weekly pitches on available IP and original ideas for development
· Covered 1-2 scripts per week
· Supported project development by researching potential talent and assembling databases
Entertainment Lab, Talent Management/Production Intern
Aug 2020 - Nov 2020
· Researched talent via Breakdown Express, LA Casting, and IMDbPro accounts
· Delegated tasks to a team of 3 to send and schedule client auditions
· Pitched to and communicated with producers weekly
EDUCATION
Chapman University
· B.F.A. Film Production, Directing Emphasis Sept 2018 - May 2022
· B.A. Peace Studies, Peace Through Storytelling Emphasis Sept 2018 - May 2022
· 3.8 GPA, Merit Scholarship: based on academic achievement and talent
· Peace Studies Union, President Aug 2020 - April 2022
· Delta Kappa Alpha Professional Cinema Fraternity, Philanthropy Chair
Feb 2019 - Dec 2019
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Gold Rising Intern
June 2022 - Aug 2022
· Completed an eight-week intensive professional development program
· Attended weekly panels, networking events, and screenings with the Academy’s network
· Continues to stay involved via the Academy’s Gold alumni network and events
SKILLS
· Spanish (Intermediate), Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Premiere, Microsoft Office, MM Budgeting & Scheduling, Desk Coverage, Conflict Mediation, Academic Research