Dynamic production professional with extensive experience in project coordination, creative development, and strategic planning. Known for fostering team collaboration, adapting to changing demands, and delivering results. Expertise in talent scouting, contract negotiation, and nurturing industry relationships. A reliable leader with a strong ability to identify potential and drive creative projects to successful outcomes. Skilled in budgeting, scheduling, talent coordination, and problem-solving, with an emphasis on innovation and efficiency.
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Jesselene Liew
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance
Casting Director
01.2012 - 03.2025
Job overview
- Evaluated performance reels to select talent for auditions based on project needs.
- Built strong relationships with agents, managers, and coaches to secure top talent.
- Researched industry trends and emerging performers to stay ahead in casting decisions.
- Attended auditions and callbacks to identify and select the most qualified talent.
- Managed casting budgets, ensuring cost efficiency while securing desired talent.
- Negotiated contracts, payments, schedules, and billing with talent and agents.
- Analyzed scripts to understand role requirements and collaborate with directors/producers.
- Mentored junior associates, guiding them through casting tasks and decisions.
- Promoted diversity by actively seeking underrepresented talent for inclusive casting.
- Used social media to promote auditions and expand candidate pools.
Abundant Production
Assistant Producer
09.2024 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Coordinated talent schedules and travel logistics for smooth filming.
- Assisted production team on set during shoot days.
- Organized auditions, rehearsals, and wardrobe fittings for talent.
- Collaborated with directors, actors, and creative staff to ensure project success.
- Resolved on-set issues between actors to prevent delays and budget overages.
Lioncat Group
Assistant Producer
02.2023 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Managed project timelines and milestones across multiple productions.
- Conducted research and fact-checking to ensure content accuracy.
- Contributed to viewership growth through content development and script revisions.
- Assisted in casting, selecting talent based on skills and experience.
- Reviewed daily footage with editors to finalize scenes.
- Managed budgets, tracked expenses, and reduced costs without sacrificing quality.
- Created promotional content, including trailers and teasers.
- Coordinated location scouting to meet creative and budget requirements.
- Organized pre-production meetings to align all parties on project goals.
- Streamlined communication across departments and coordinated talent logistics.
Freelance
Art Director / Prop Mistress
10.2010 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Maximized project efficiency by managing deadlines, budgets, and client expectations.
- Led photoshoots from concept to post-production, ensuring high-quality visuals.
- Contributed original ideas to the creative process and collaborated with clients.
- Built relationships with vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
- Managed art team resources, delegating tasks based on strengths and workload.
- Oversaw video content production to enrich brand storytelling.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and freelancers, ensuring quality within budget.
- Implemented collaborative brainstorming to enhance creativity and team output.
- Managed prop production, ensuring timely delivery and accurate placement on set.
- Adapted to changes and collaborated across departments for smooth production flow.
Fremantle Media
Lead Judge Coordinator
01.2015 - 05.2015
Job overview
- Led a team to manage logistics for artists’ performances, including travel and accommodation arrangements.
- Coordinated logistics for judges and their entourages for Asia's Got Talent Season 1 in collaboration with individual artist managers.
- Stayed informed on industry trends to ensure artists were well-prepared for performances.
- Collaborated with the security team to ensure the safety and well-being of artists during filming and off-days.
- Conducted regular check-ins to resolve issues promptly, preventing escalation.
- Improved artist satisfaction by optimizing communication and scheduling processes.
- Developed contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
- Fostered strong relationships with artists, managers, and entourages to ensure smooth operations.
- Streamlined communication between artists, managers, and producers to improve collaboration.
- Handled sensitive situations diplomatically, maintaining positive relationships between production teams and artists.
- Managed multiple activities, updated schedules, and communicated with managers via phone and email.
Ice TV
Host and Judges Coordinator
05.2012 - 08.2012
Job overview
- Managed production schedules, including photoshoots, interviews, and briefings for the host, panel judges, and guest judges for Asia's Next Top Model Season 1.
- Improved host and judge satisfaction by streamlining communication and scheduling processes.
- Coordinated travel and accommodation logistics for the host and judges in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Batam.
- Conducted regular check-ins with the host and judges to proactively resolve concerns and prevent issues.
- Ensured all host and judge needs were met throughout production, including food preferences, allergies, and specific requests from judges and their entourages.
Education
Lasalle College Of The ArtsSingapore
from Diploma in Film Studies
05-2011
University Overview
Skills
- Talent scouting
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Collaborative Team Player
- Service Excellence
- Detail-Oriented Focus
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Team Management Skills
- Project Management
- Content Development
- Schedule coordination
- Relationship management
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate (B1)
Malay
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Assistant Producer
Abundant Production
09.2024 - 11.2024
Assistant Producer
Lioncat Group
02.2023 - 09.2024
Lead Judge Coordinator
Fremantle Media
01.2015 - 05.2015
Host and Judges Coordinator
Ice TV
05.2012 - 08.2012
Casting Director
Freelance
01.2012 - 03.2025
Art Director / Prop Mistress
Freelance
10.2010 - 09.2024
Lasalle College Of The Arts
from Diploma in Film Studies
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