Dyan Kane

Santa Monica, CA ***** 310-***-**** adqn2r@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Enthusiastic, creative individual with superior skills working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Skilled writer, director and producer with extensive above/below line film & music industry background. Superb organizational and communications skills leading to achievement of high-level goals. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team. Skills

Administrative support

Relationship development

Organization

Communications

Planning and coordination; ability to prioritize and multitask

Script reading

Crew direction

Project organization

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Strong attention to detail; Strong organizational skills; Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

Production understanding

Wardrobe organization

Managing extras

Locking up sets for filming

Supervision

Previous experience in office administration or other related fields

Experience

PRODUCTION/FILM-TV-THEATRE 01/1990 to 06/2020

Various - Los Angeles - NYC, CA - NYC

Improved operations by working with team members to find workable solutions. Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines. Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work. Handled all delegated tasks, including location lockdowns, tracking and logging actors & extras, on-set catering, sign in/off of large crews and departments, all relevant forms and paperwork, front of house management, props, costume design (theatre).

OWNER/OPERATOR 01/1993 to Current

Wee Jam Entertainment - Santa Monica, CA

Create, oversee, and implement acting and musical performances & opportunities. Member of SAG/AFTRA, ASCAP. Worked closely with directors, fellow performers and writers to identify and perfect optimal performance techniques. Acted in dozens of critically-acclaimed theatrical, film, tv and music productions over decades. Collaborated with team of Directors, Actors, and Musicians to produce highly-rated theatrical and musical performances.

Applied expertise in body movements, gestures and different forms of speech to engage audience members and drive engagement.

Completed media interviews on television, radio and digital podcasts or videos to promote performances. Used singing, dancing and musical instruments to enhance performances. Entertained guests while simultaneously arranging and improvising popular music based on audience reactions. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT

One Voice / Satellite Records - NYC, New York

Drove customer feedback to deliver information to management for corrective action. Produced and distributed team newsletters, email updates and other forms of communication. Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational filing systems for records, agendas and reports.

Improved productivity initiatives, including coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments. Generated shipment invoices, prepared packages and set up courier deliveries for customers. Developed and implemented efficient filing systems and customer database protocols. Handled all incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee. Supported office operations, managed client correspondence, ensured record tracking and handled internal communications.

Met incoming customers with professional approach and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance. Created and maintained spreadsheets and developed administrative and logistical reports. Contacted customers via phone and email to confirm deliveries and follow up with inquiries. OWNER/OPERATOR 01/1995 to Current

Touch 'n Go! Bodyworks 4 the PRO on the GO! - Santa Monica, CA Handled cash and credit card payments daily with 100% accuracy. Assisted with basic bookkeeping needs such as filing and maintaining hundreds of clients' records. Worked with dozens of clients per week performing variety of therapeutic massages, including pregnancy, sports, deep tissue and Swedish.

Discussed body treatment needs and expectations with clients to maintain 100% customer satisfaction. Collected detailed client information to create hundreds of individualized plans to relieve pain, improve circulation, rehabilitate injuries and increase relaxation.

Devised informational marketing ads and pamphlets to bring in additional clients. Gave clients individualized suggestions for stretching, strengthening, postural and relaxation techniques. Education and Training

Various Workshops, Los Angeles - Los Angeles & NYC Continued Business & Performance Arts Education 2020

1000 hours completed

As a professional performer and entrepreneur it is essential to invest in and attend ongoing seminars & workshops related to business and performing in film, tv, stage and music. Trinity Square Repertory Conservatory - Providence, RI Actor/Playwright/Director 1981

Acting, Directing, Writing Conservatory on a Pell Grant. University of Rhode Island - Kingston, RI Theatre & Psychology Major 1989

1000 hours completed

Pursued all courses related to theatre arts and psychology thanks to loans, scholarships and a work study program designed by the University. Traveled abroad with theatre department to participate in festivals.