Emel Dursun

Emel Dursun

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Film Producer | Creative Entrepreneur | Globally Acclaimed Production

  • Education

    • Santa Monica College

      2013 - 2015
      Certificate of Achievement in 3D Animation 3D Modelling

      Activities and Societies: GAG'S Graduated with Honors in 3D Animation . Minored in 3D Modelling.

    • Istanbul University

      2001 - 2006
      Bachelor’s Degree Communication and Media Studies

      Activities and Societies: Certificate program in Diction and, hands on experiences as the Radio Show Host and TV Show Host at University of Istanbul TV Chanel and Radio Station. Bachelor's in Communications, Radio-TV and Film

  • Experience

    • IFR

      Jan 2003 - Jan 2006
      Assistant Director
    • Medya Akademisi

      Jan 2004 - Jan 2004
      Co Host - TV Presenter
    • IFR, Combo Film

      Jan 2006 - Jan 2009
      Production Coordinator

      Worked on various of high end TV Commercials;Clients: Akbank, Eti, Solen, Koc Allianz, La Vache Qui Rit, Pak Plast, Ray Insurance, Nestle Nestum, Renault etc...Agencies: Publicis Turkey, TBWA Istanbul, Ogilvy&Mather, Medina Turgul DDB, Guzel Sanatlar Saatchi&Saatchi, Rafineri, Alice BBDO, Leo BurnetDirectors: Michael Baumbruck, Devon Dickson, Ezel Akay, Ricardo Paoletti, Lamia Karaali, Ilker Canikligil, Ketche, Ozer Kundun.

    • Traffic Film, Kala Film

      Jan 2006 - Jan 2007
      First Assistant Director
    • Pozitif Film Productions

      Jan 2008 - Jan 2008
      Production Manager

      Music VideoArtist: Nawal El Kuweita Track: Laih SaketDirector: Tarek Al Eryan

    • Kara Kirmizi Film

      Jul 2008 - Sept 2008
      Line Producer
    • IMAJ

      Jan 2009 - Jan 2009
      Production Manager

      TOCEV, TV CommercialClient: TNT

    • AKSOY FİLM

      Nov 2009 - Oct 2010
      Assistant to the Line Producer, Post Production Coordinator

      Assisted the Producer in managing the physical production of the feature film "Conquest 1453", including coordinating with the director, department heads, and production personnel. . Assisted in budget management, including monitoring expenses and reconciling invoices with the accounting department. Coordinated with the locations department to secure and manage shooting locations, including arranging permits, scouting locations, and coordinating logistics with local authorities.Assisted in managing post-production efforts, including organizing and tracking dailies and other footage, and coordinating with visual effects companies and other post-production vendors. Show less

    • Re-Form

      Jan 2010 - Jan 2010
      Production Supervisor

      Intercities, TV Game ShowClient: FOX, Turkey

    • Torpido Film

      Jan 2010 - Jan 2010

      Hadi Gari Haydari, TV CommercialClient: DoritosDirector: Mathias Hovgaard Ulker Kremini, TV CommercialClient: UlkerAgency: Medina Turgul & DDBDirector: Mark Wilkins

      • Production Manager

        Jan 2010 - Jan 2010
      • Production Manager

        Jan 2010 - Jan 2010
    • Asya Film

      Aug 2010 - Oct 2010
      General Coordinator

      Oversaw all aspects of the production of the feature film 'Gorunmeyen', including managing budgets, schedules, and production timelines, coordinating with vendors and suppliers, managing a rotating team of cast and crew members, and serving as a liaison between the Director and other production personnel to ensure a cohesive vision for the project, and ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery of the film while maintaining a high level of quality and adhering to all relevant industry standards and regulations. Show less

    • Pacific Rim Films

      Dec 2012 - Dec 2012
      Production Assistant

      Assisted production and management for “The Law of The Jungle”, a PlayStation Game, and “Destiny” Official Trailer in partnership with director, Jon FavreauThe Law Of The Jungle, Destiny Official TrailerClient: ActivisionAgency: 72 and SunnyDirector: Jon Favreau

    • LN Films

      Jan 2015 - Apr 2017
      3D Artist, Assistant Director

      Served as a 3D Artist in the development of the "Monitor" Feature Film, creating 3D storyboards, pre-visualizing scenes, and completing the texturing, lighting, and rendering of full environments using Autodesk Maya

    • Merman

      Sept 2017 - Sept 2017
      Assistant Production Coordinator

      Assisted the production manager in planning and executing the "Sail Car" AT&T TV commercial by managing the production office and ensuring the production runs smoothly and on schedule while meeting quality standards.

    • SNG Studios

      Oct 2017 - Oct 2017
      Visual Effects Artist

      Completed texturing, lighting, and rendering full environments in Light Wave 3D for TV Film, “But Something Is There”, directed by Steve Neill

    • Pergamon Pictures

      Jan 2018 - Feb 2020
      Film Producer

      Collaborated with investors to secure financing for the "Winter in LA" feature film by preparing business case presentations and creating pre-production and production budgets within the allocated $100K budget, leading to successful film production. Managed talent and production teams efficiently by negotiating contracts, managing locations, creating schedules, and establishing expectations, resulting in a seamless production process with over 70 cast and crew members. Demonstrated exceptional management skills by supervising 64 shooting locations and meeting all budget expectations through active production management and effective team communication. Show less

    • Something Vintage

      Jan 2018 - Feb 2019
      Line Producer

      Collaborated with producers and investors to develop a pitch for “Gardenias”, a comedy series, and “Latin Preachers Daughters”, a docu-reality series while coordinating the writers' retreatment process, as well as creating budgets and schedules for the projects.

    • Killing the Bird Productions

      Nov 2018 - May 2019
      Consulting Producer

      Worked for the development of the "Killing the Bird" Feature Film, collaborated with the creative team, production teams, talent, casting director, and investors to develop the "Killing the Bird" Feature Film by creating shooting schedules, production budgets, hiring decisions, identifying locations, scouting for filming sites, casting actors, and negotiating contracts and salaries.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Technical Analysis 101

      Ivan on Tech Blockchain Academy
      Feb 2021
    • Contracting for Creatives

      LinkedIn
      Mar 2019
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