Erkan Ozlav

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Hi there I am 24 year old media graduate. Over the years I have gained wide range of experience in Media industry as a Researcher, TV Production Assistant, Film Prodution Runner etc...

I am friendly, hardworking and well organised individual. IT literate, fluent in english, good attention to detail, ability to prioritise work load and work very well under pressure. I am looking for a entry level position where I can use my energy and talent. I would like to work for a company that can offer career progression.

Previous Experiences:

September 2009 - Present Global Vision Network London / UK www.gvn.org.uk
Researcher for International News
* Discussing news ideas and research needs with editors
* Finding and checking information, using sources such as the internet, libraries etc…
* Searching media libraries and archives for photographs and film footage
* Contacting and finding experts and interviewees on particular topics to talk through the issues
* Writing briefs for editors, keeping detailed records
* Researching and writing content for websites

September 2009 "Wee King of Nowhere" Dark Edge Films www.darkedgefilms.com Dir: Peter Magat
Production Runner
* Using maps, tapes and clapper boards, and other film production equipment
* Fetching and carrying items, such as equipment, tapes, cable and scripts
* Undertaking basic research duties
* Sorting out the kit bags, checking that the camera bag contains all the necessary items
* Making arrangements for staff on location, such as booking meeting rooms or ordering food
* Helping set up a location for a shoot

2006 August: 2007 January TV8 / MNG TV Broadcasting (Sport News) Turkey / Istanbul
Correspondent - Production Assistant www.tv8.com.tr
* Research: Current affairs, internet , archive, VT
* Liaising with writers, artists' agents, members of the public and publicity staff and managing contracts with external organizations
* Producing timing schedules, shot lists and logs for post-production;
* Location and live studio experience: runner duties
* Providing hospitality for visitors / production team (tea/coffee making)
* To undertake general office duties including collecting tapes and kit, logging material, photocopying, responding to correspondence, answering telephones, faxing and filing.
* To deliver tapes to edit suites
* Liaising with the camera and sound crew during studio recordings
Referees:
Dark Edges Films
Dorothy Leiper;

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Global Vision Network
Juliano Penza

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Additional information:
SKILLS

* Research skills: Essay research via library/internet; handled researching jobs at TV8 and GVN
* Fast and proficient IT: Word, excel, Internet explorer, e mail, outlook, Avid Pro
* Willingness to learn: Acquired new skills through employment and film schools.
* Teamwork: Enjoy working in both team environments and independently
* Problem solving: involvement in complex, low-budget projects, with time constraints
* Self Motivation/ Management: Achieving BA degree , also achieving filmmaking certificates, whilst working to fund studies
* Dependability: Handled many sensitive issues at TV8
* Providing excellent customer service: Customer focused employment, having experience in a hospitality business.
* Creativity: Writing film scripts and articles, directing and producing short film as well as producing a TV program and creating a advertisement for TV and radio
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: the ability to work effectively as part of a team and alone, stamina, persistence, enthusiasm, motivation and a proactive manner
* The ability to remain calm and level-headed under pressure: as well as being able to demonstrate initiative, flexibility, adaptability, common sense and problem-solving skills
* Sound administrative and organizational skills: a good level of numeracy, and fast, accurate word processing skills with the ability to prioritize and cope with last-minute changes whilst under pressure

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Skills

Secondary Job Title	Researcher
Job Titles	Production Assistant (PA), Production Support, Researcher
Years in industry	1 to 3 years