Bill Walters
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Adept at prop fabrication and deadline management, I significantly enhanced set aesthetics and efficiency across multiple productions, including work for Multiple Employers. My expertise in operating heavy machinery and my knack for creative problem-solving have consistently ensured projects are completed under budget and on time, fostering teamwork and innovation on set.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Master
Multiple Employers
07.2022 - Current
- Managed Props and set decoration for various film and television productions.
- Maintained inventory and organized storage of props and set pieces.
- Sourced, built and acquired props within budget and timelines.
- Managed crew size based on daily production needs.
- Safely managed and maintained all firearms necessary for production.
Assistant Property Master
Multiple Producions
06.2012 - 08.2022
- Managed and coordinated the logistics of on-set props for various film and TV productions.
- Collaborated with the production design team to create visually authentic and accurate props.
- Maintained inventory of props and ensured their proper storage and organization.
- Worked closely with directors and producers to meet the creative requirements of each project.
Onset Dresser
Multiple Employers
06.2010 - 09.2021
- Reduced setup time with timely preparation of props, and set pieces before each shooting session.
- Assisted art directors in the selection of appropriate furniture, fabrics, and other decorative elements for each scene.
- Enhanced set aesthetics by meticulously arranging props and set decorations according to director''s vision.
- .Maintained positive relationships with crew members through professionalism and effective communication skills on set.
- Contributed to a safe working environment through diligent maintenance of all set dressings and equipment.
- Exhibited adaptability when faced with last-minute changes or challenges, ensuring minimal impact on filming schedules.
Set Dresser
Multiple Productions
05.2003 - 04.2010
- Constructed custom set pieces when necessary, contributing to unique and visually appealing environments.
- Contributed positively to overall production atmosphere by fostering collaborative relationships among crew members from different departments.
- Managed budgets for set dressing department, optimizing resources while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Constructed, assembled and placed large set pieces.
- Collaborated with directors and production designers to achieve desired visual effects for each scene.
- Dressed sets quickly during tight turnaround times, ensuring minimal disruption to shooting schedules.
- Kept sets and props maintained for duration of production.
Education
No Degree - English Literature
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CASkills
- Prop fabrication
- Deadline management
- Proficient on scissor lift, boom lift, bobcat, forklift, backhoe and other large equipment
- Electronics
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Creative thinking
- Team coordination
- Budget control
Timeline
Property Master
Multiple Employers
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Property Master
Multiple Producions
06.2012 - 08.2022
Onset Dresser
Multiple Employers
06.2010 - 09.2021
Set Dresser
Multiple Productions
05.2003 - 04.2010
No Degree - English Literature
California State University, Long Beach
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