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Aasiya Singh

Address: 1119 Doctors Drive, 90405, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Email address: aasiyasingh@gmail.com

Phone number: 310-795-9307

Web: www.aasiyasingh.com

Profile

Experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Director recognized for delivering exceptional results in the entertainment industry. Proven track record of success includes winning the 2017 Academy Award for Best Assistant Director. Skilled in overseeing all aspects of the filmmaking process, from pre-production to final edit and release.

Work experience

01/2018 - 02/2019, First Assistant Director, DreamWorks Pictures, LLC, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Co-Directed and produced five commercials and two documentaries, ensuring clients' objectives were achieved.
Collaborated with directors, executive producers, editors, and marketing teams.
Conducted market research to identify current trends.
Provided weekly drafts to supervisors for review and implementation of corrections.
Awarded the 2017 Academy Award for Best Assistant Director.

05/2016 - 12/2017, First Assistant Director, Sony Music Entertainment, LLC, Culver City, CA, United States

Managed shooting timetable to consistently meet daily targets.
Resolved on-set issues using own judgement and expertise.
Collaborated with multiple production teams to strategize shooting plans prior to filming.
Actively involved in all stages of the filming process, from pre-production to final edit and release.
Stayed informed on industry trends and advancements in the entertainment sector.

06/2014 - 08/2014, Broadcasting Intern, Portland Trail Blazers, LLC, Tysons, VA, United States

Demonstrated proficiency in operating a variety of production equipment such as cameras, lighting equipment, and microphones.
Provided support to Directors and Executive Producers.
Executed additional tasks as directed by supervisors.

Education

09/2012 - 05/2016, Film Directing, California Institute of the Arts, Valencia, CA, United States

Achieved top 5% ranking in Film Directing program
Participated in Economics Society, Golf Club, and Surfing Society.

09/2008 - 06/2012, High School, St. Xavier’s Collegiate School, Kolkata, India

Achieved graduation with Distinction, earning Grade 1 (equivalent to an A/excellent) in all four subjects.

Skills

Languages Skills

Hindi

English

Spanish

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office

Final Draft, Celtx

StudioBinder

The Black List, Launch Pad

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Work under Pressure

Creativity

Detail-oriented

Good Team Player

Time Management

Volunteering

09/2010 - 06/2011, Videographer, St. Xavier’s Collegiate School, Kolkata, India

Certificates

05/2016, Director's Foundation Certificate, The Los Angeles Film School

Hobbies

Exploring distant lands

Capturing moments

Every kind of sport

Milan Šaržík, CPRW

Certified Professional Résumé Writer

Milan’s work-life has been centered around job search for the past three years. He is a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW™) as well as an active member of the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Careers Coaches (PARWCC™). Milan holds a record for creating the most career document samples for our help center – until today, he has written more than 500 resumes and cover letters for positions across various industries. On top of that, Milan has completed studies at multiple well-known institutions, including Harvard University, University of Glasgow, and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

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