Ben Allen

Available

My name is Ben Allen. My objective is to advance my career in television, film and commercial production. I have been involved in television for the past five years and I have experience in many aspects of the television industry ranging from the construction of broadcast facilities, working in a news room and being on the set of a feature film. I also have experience as an administrative assistant for Interlink Network an international broadcast communications company and I understand the importance of prioritizing phone calls, taking detailed messages and greeting clients in a warm, courteous manner. In addition I enjoy working with people and have great verbal and written communication skills. I am intuitive and possess exceptional problem solving skills, I know when to listen to directions and when to take matters in to my own hands. One of the things I enjoy most about the production industry is the constantly changing work environment and I am at my best when I have to rise to the challenge of adapting to new situations. Currently I reside in New York but plan to relocate to the Los Angeles area immediately. Thank you for taking the time to look at my resume and I look forward to the opportunity to become a part of your team.
Sincerely,
Ben Allen

Five Foot Five Productions, Inc. New York, NY
Production Assistant
VTR Playback
Production Coordinator

Agency RX New York, NY
Audio Technician
Assistant Video Producer

BBC America New York, NY
Production Assistant, in-house commercials

New York 1, New York, NY
Electronic News Gatherer
Maintaining equipment database and distributing equipment to reporters and shooters
Filming in-house segments
Live field production, i.e. Macy’s balloon inflation; NYC Halloween Parade

Aside from my experience as a production assistant I am also familiar with VTR play back, audio and have assisted grips with lighting and gaff equipment.

State University of New York at Purchase

B.A, Literature

I am a former professional skateboarder and have worked as a skateboard instructor. As a result of my background in literature I possess exeptional verbal and written communication skills.

California - Southern
New York

Basic Driving (PLG)