Kirsten "Leticia" DeCastro
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Credits
| Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 |
Production/Casting Assistant
Television |
ABC, "The Taste" Reality Show Director: Brian Smith, Casting Coordinator: Lauren Seaber / Kinetic Content |
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| 2011 |
Production/Casting Assistant
Television |
OXYGEN, The Glee Project: Season 2" Casting Director: Robert Ulrich, Casting Manager: J.R. Hillis / Duo Casting |
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| 2010 |
Production/Casting Assistant
Television |
BRAVO, The Fashion Show: Ultimate Collection (Tues 10/9c) Casting Director: Melanie Oncley & Unit Manager: Noah Korn / DLT Casting & Left / Right Inc. |
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| 2010 |
Production Assistant
Television |
BRAVO, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (Thurs 10/9c) Production Manager: Mark Grzesiuk & Production Coordinator: Chloe Ahlstromer-Jones / Evolution Media |
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| 2010 |
Personal Assistant to Soledad O'Brien (2nd PA)
Event |
Soledad O'Brien, CNN Anchor and Special Correspondent Soledad O'Brien |
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| 2010 |
Publicity Assistant
Performing Arts |
50 Cent Hosts: "Forever Young Day" Christina Poletto / Cinch Publicity |
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| 2010 |
Talent Scout Intern
Television |
Pregnant In Heels (Reality Show) Casting Director: Chelsey Stephens / Shout Media & Chelsey Stephens |
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| 2010 |
Casting Intern
Television |
NBC, "America's Next Great Restaurant" Magical Elves Inc. |
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| 2010 |
Production/Casting Assistant
Television |
BRAVO, Going Platinum (Reality Show) Casting Producers: Donna Goodrow & Sam Kivi / True Entertainment |
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| 2009 |
Office Assistant-Intern to Lola Ogunnaike
Commercials & Industrials |
Lola Ogunnaike, CNN Entertainment News and Pop Culture Correspondent Lola Ogunnaike |
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| 2009 |
Production Assistant
Commercials & Industrials |
Dannon (Activia) Commercial Producer: Jason Goldman & Production Coordinator: Aja Becher / Greenhouse Productions |
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| 2008 |
Hosted 2008 Freedom Party 5th Anniversary Bash with Slick Rick and Lisa Lisa at BB Kings.
Performing Arts |
NYC's 2008 Freedom Party 5th Anniversary Bash with Slick Rick and Lisa Lisa at BB Kings. Shon "Chance" Miller & DJ Mark Smooth / BoroughMedia.com |
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| 2008 |
Production Assistant
Commercials & Industrials |
Dr Pepper Commercial Producer: Nina Huang & Production Coordinator: Aja Becher / PrettyBird |
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| 2007 |
Talent (Magician's Assistant for "Justin Kredible")
Television |
"Justin Kredible", on Comcast LifeSkool Magic TV Series. Comcast HD On-Demand |
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| 2007 |
Production Assistant
Commercials & Industrials |
Verizon Wireless Commercial Director: Brendan Gibbons & Production Coordinator: Aja Becher / HungryMan Inc. |
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| 2006 |
Marketing Assistant / Road Manager
Event |
Artist: MYNT Album Title: Still Not Sorry. Artist: DJ RIDDLER Track One Media |
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| 2005 |
Event Promoter / Assistant to Vic Latino
Event |
Vic Latino, On-air Radio Personality, WKTU 103.5 FM (2005) Vic Latino, On-air Radio Personality, WKTU 103.5 FM (2005) |
Education
| Year | Qualification | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Financial Accounting | New York University |
| 2007 | Bachelor of Arts in Communication | Rutgers University |
| 2002 | Internet / Webpage Development Technical Certificate | Middesex County College |
| 2002 | Associate's Degree in Communication | Middlesex County College |
| 1999 | English Instructor Certification | Berlitz Centro de Idiomas |
Equipment
My Equipment/Kit:
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About me
I have worked on:1.) "The Taste: Season 1" reality show, which aired Sunday nights (2013) on ABC.
2.) "The Glee Project: Season 2" reality show, which aired Tuesdays at 9pm (2012) on OXYGEN.
3.) "Platinum Hit" (prior suggested titles included, "Going Platinum" and, "Hitmakers") reality show, which aired Mondays at 10pm (2011) on BRAVO.
4.) "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills: Season 1" reality show, which aired Thursdays at 10/9c (2010 - 2011) on BRAVO.
5.) "The Fashion Show: Season 2 - Ultimate Collection" reality show, which aired Tuesdays at 10/9c (2010 - 2011) on BRAVO.
6.) "America's Next Great Restaurant" reality show, which aired Sundays at 8/7c (2011) on NBC.
7.) Projects with Soledad O'Brien (CNN Anchor and Special Correspondent) as her Personal Assistant II for three years (2007 - 2010).
8.) Projects / segments with Lola Ogunnaike (CNN Entertainment News and Pop Culture Correspondent / Journalist featured on CNN's "American Morning.") as her Intern-Assistant (2009).
9.) 2005 to 2006: Productions and Marketing for "MYNT" (pop music group), "DJ Riddler" (International, multi award winning DJ/Producer), and "ULTRA DANCE 06", best CD compilation of 2005. (96,000+ copies sold first year.)
10.) Projects while working as Event Promoter / Assistant for "Vic Latino", On-Air Radio Personality, 103.5 FM WKTU (2005).
Additional information:
1.) I have strong experience and demonstrated success as an Assistant to various celebrities and producers; whom can attest to my ability to perform well under pressure, manage time efficiently, meet deadlines, and adapt readily to new responsibilities.
2.) I'm a problem-solver, go-getter, and fast-thinker who can organize, facilitate, and maintain your daily schedule/production needs.
3.) My loyal work ethic, professionalism, and solid computer skills would contribute to your success. I would become a valuable member of your team.
Skills
| Secondary Job Title | Casting Assistant |
|---|---|
| Job Titles | Production Assistant (PA), Production Support, Researcher, 2nd Assistant Camera - Clapper / Loader, Wardrobe / Wardrobe Support, Props Assistant / Support, Marketing / PR, Casting Assistant, Talent Booker, Chaperone / Driver, Catering / Craft Services, Translator |
| Years in industry | 3 to 6 years |