Erin Johnston

Experience

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  University of Bradford

  Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

  Administrative Assistant

  Bradford University, School of ManagementWorked as part of the team in both the Careers and Alumni and Marketing offices. Worked on the alumni database, updating the personal details of alumni. Used excel spread sheets to down load alumni information, re-sort and recode and reload onto the database, ensuring accurate information held. Assisted with mail shots to alumni and potential students.

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  Punchdrunk Productions

  May 2011 - May 2011

  Set Assistant

  2011 May Set Assistant Punchdrunk Theatre CompanyWorked as part of hands on team to build sets and props for the theatre company for their production ‘The Crash of The Elisym” at Manchester Arts Festival 2011

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  Eaton Films (Distribution Co)

  Jun 2011 - Sept 2011

  Administrative Assistant/ Intern

  More than 21 years of worldwide distribution and acquisition mark Eaton's strength in the international multi-media industrySupported the Office Manager in the day to day running of a busy office which managed the distribution of films /videos to international clients. Working in an administrative role I worked as point of contact for client queries as well as helping design a Excel database containing every company contract.

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  LaPlante Productions

  Jun 2011 - Jun 2011

  Runner/ Intern

  Created by crime writer Lynda La Plante, the production company develops the writer's books for screen. Worked as a Runner on the production of ‘Above Suspicion; Silent Scream’.Helped co-ordinate activities with the actors, bringing them to set, and facilitating good working relationships between actors and production team. Shadowed the Assistant Director giving me an insight into television production.

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  Soho Theatre

  Jun 2011 - Jun 2011

  Assistant Stage Manager/ Intern

  One of London's most interesting and unique performance spaces it houses a variety of theatre productions, comedians and cabaret. Worked as part of a team for Soho Theatre’s Under 11 Project and their collaboration with schools in both London and India; inlcuded developing my skills as a stage manager. Liaised with actor making sure they were update with the schedule and helped resolve any problems.

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  Olympic Games - LOCOG

  Jul 2012 - Aug 2012

  Games Maker Volunteer

  As a Games Maker I volunteered two weeks of my time in helping support the games and ensuring spectators and visitors had the best experience possible in a safe environment.Part of a volunteer army that was the “face of the games”. Appeared in news report for Australia’s ABC news channel

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  The Farmers Boy Restaurant

  Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

  Waitress/ Bar Staff

  Fine dining, wines and beers in a relaxed and comfortable village pub located in HuddersfieldWorked casually as a waitress and bar staff. Within this role I ensured a good line of communication between all areas of the restaurant, developed my customer care skill whilst maintaining a high standard of service.

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  Film 4

  Nov 2012 - Nov 2012

  Film Intern

  Part of broadcasting giant Channel 4, Film 4 helps develop, produce and distribute a wide variety of films. Interning at Film 4 allowed me a great insight into one of the UK's best production companies. Within this role I analysed scripts, critiquing them through Readers Reports. Developed my skills in the area of casting by organising film rushes and correlating notes from casting video. Creating press packs which included each production's publicity. Developed my understanding of social media and its influence in the industry for connection, communication, and advertisement, how it involved audiences. Show less

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  DDA PR

  Aug 2013 - Sept 2013

  Intern

  Working in this role I aided the Brand Assistants working with global clients who hoped to connect to the public through film and entertainment. These clients included; RealD, Sony TV and Red Bull. General admin; including writing blurbs for our clients that would be sent out to both print and online media. I liaised with the media; informing them of DDA’s latest news; whilst maintaining important contacts. Observed the structure of successful PR company and the use of Film and Entertainment as a way of connecting to audiences Developed creative features; http://www.welovemoviesmorethanyou.com/2013/08/29/the-best-sci-fi-sports/ Show less

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  Heathrow Express

  Sept 2013 - Oct 2013

  Receptionist

  Temped at the company's Head Office, Heathrow Express is a transport company with an airport rail link between London Heathrow Airport and London Paddington Station. As Receptionist my duties included; • Setting up and maintaining an orderly Reception area. • Checking the Reception email regularly, answering the main Heathrow Express phone line and referring calls to appropriate departments/persons. • Monitor customer requests such as car parking and staff requests. • Monitor stationery for possible orders and deal with individual requests for supplies• Distribute incoming mail, faxes and office notices to ensure that they come to the attention of the intended recipients promptly• Ensure the internal telephone directory is up to date Show less

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  DAA MANAGEMENT

  Nov 2013 - Jun 2014

  Assistant

  Worked at artist talent agency DAA Management; specialising in representing a range of actors, comics and writers. • Using Agent File/ Spotlight; liaising with casting agents and arranging castings for our clients• General admin responsibilities; keeping the office well stocked and maintained• P/A duties; general tasks asked by employer (travel, booking tickets and arranging meetings)• Developing my understanding of how the industry operates • Understanding how to develop contracts between Production Companies and Agencies. Show less

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  ITV

  Aug 2014 - Mar 2015

  Runner - Get Your Act Together

  Currently working as a Runner for ITV's brand new prime time entertainment show 'Get Your Act Together'. • Working as both an office and location runner I have provided assistance for both the production and shooting teams on the show. Also assisting during Studio recordings• Liaising with the on screen talent and assisting with their requests through out shoots. • Researched possible talent for the show; presenting my results to the show’s Producers. • Went on a number of shoots in the UK and internationally (incl. shoots in Paris and Amsterdam)• Logging important info during filming – understanding what moments would make great TV. • General Runner duties – dealing with Release Forms, wrangling data and organising camera kits. Show less

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  Channel X

  Mar 2015 - Mar 2015

  Runner - Celebrity Poker Home Game

  Worked as a Day Runner on a Poker based taster Pilot. Duties included general talent handling, sourcing props and liaising with the camera team and art director.

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  ITV Studios

  Mar 2015 - May 2015

  Runner - The Soap Awards 2015

  Worked as the only Runner for the annual event, which took place at The Palace Theatre Manchester in May 2015. Duties included;* Wrote bios for the celebrity presenters and synopsises of the Soaps and nominations* Organised the tape log for all nominated footage and liaised with the edit* General office duties; booked couriers and taxis* Organised the prestigious Goody Bags – dealt with various suppliers and big brands* Ran on location at all the major Soap sets.

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  ITV

  Jun 2015 - Oct 2016

  VT Researcher for the third series of Ninja Warrior UK Researcher for the British Soap Awards 2016 Production Secretary for the Daytime ITV show This Morning Production Secretary for the global production NINJA WARRIOR Worked as the Prod Sec for the Casting and Editorial teams * I assisted during major castings across the country- organising accommodation/ locations and auditions for the teams. * My role also included organising the travel itineraries for over 250 contestants for production* Being the main point of contact for contestants whilst filming in manchester - registering and liasing Covered the Production Secretary role at the daytime show. Duties included* Being the main point of contact for the Presenters. Liaising with the women throughout studio recording* Talent handling through out the show – chaperoning the Presenters and Guest* Booking accommodation and transport for the Presenters and Guests* Updating Call Sheets and communicating info to all of the Day Teams

  • Questions Researcher - 5 Gold Rings

    Sept 2016 - Oct 2016

  • VT Researcher - Ninja Warrior UK

    Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

  • Researcher - The Soap Awards 2016

    Mar 2016 - Jun 2016

  • Production Secretary - This Morning

    Sept 2015 - Mar 2016

  • Production Secretary - Ninja Warrior Series 2

    Jul 2015 - Sept 2015

  • Production Secretary - Loose Women

    Jun 2015 - Jun 2015
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  Various

  Oct 2016 - Dec 2016

  Temp Front of House/ Secretary

  Working as Front of House Receptionist/ Secretary for various companies around London

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  Matchbox Pictures Pty Ltd

  May 2017 - Jun 2017

  Runner
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  Various

  Jun 2017 - Feb 2018

  Temp Receptionist/Admin
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  Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies

  Jul 2017 - Feb 2018

  Researcher

  Working as a transcriber on FIRST DATES AUS

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  Monkey Kingdom

  Aug 2018 - Oct 2018

  Music Researcher

  Working with the Edit Producers, sourcing tracks and liaising with Music labels for clearance, budgeting costs

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  Universal Music Group

  Oct 2018 - Jan 2019

  ADMIN

  FOH HOUSE AND ADMIN

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  Soccer Aid Productions

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

  Soccer Aid for UNICEF Talent Assistant
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  Reach plc

  Sept 2019 - Oct 2019

  Talent Assistant - The Daily Mirror and ITV Pride of Britain Awards
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  Soccer Aid Productions

  Jan 2020 - Sept 2020

  Soccer Aid for UNICEF Talent Executive
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  UNICEF UK

  Sept 2020 - Jan 2021

  Ambassador Relations Talent Executive
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  Soccer Aid Productions

  Apr 2021 - Sept 2021

  Soccer Aid for UNICEF Talent Executive

  Working on the 2021 Soccer Aid for UNICEF campaign, I am responsible for managing and stewarding numerous talent relationships (players and additional talent for television broadcast)

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  Reach plc

  Sept 2021 - Jan 2022

  Celebrity Assistant Producer and Guest Manager - Pride of Britain Awards 2021
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  Soccer Aid Productions

  Jan 2022 - Sept 2022

  Soccer Aid for UNICEF Talent Officer
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  Cancer Research UK (CRUK)

  Aug 2022 - now

  Celebrity and Influencer Talent Manager for Cancer Research UK and Stand Up To Cancer