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Nicolene Van Den Berg

Production Assistant/Chaperone/Driver/3rd AD
Cape Town

Summary

Dynamic Production Assistant with proven expertise, excelling in logistics planning and team collaboration. Successfully coordinated schedules and enhanced production efficiency, ensuring safety protocols were upheld. I bring strong problem-solving abilities and a detail-oriented approach to every project, driving successful outcomes in fast-paced environments. I have 25 years experience as a Medic & Fire Fighter, managing and coordinating operations in emergency situations. I offer 11 years experience in the Film Industry as a Medic, Compliance Officer, Production Assistant & Chaperone on local and international commercials, films, series, reality shows, documentaries & music videos.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Assistant

Rise And Shine Films
Cape Town
03.2025 - 04.2025

- Assisting with all related duties on Prep days - Chaperone/PA with all related duties on Recce - Compiling a Call Sheet for shoot days - Assisting with all related duties on wrap days - Assisting with Petty Cash recons for other departments - Collecting and dropping off production, crew, cast - Collecting and dropping off equipment and hard drives - Utilising personal Hyundai H1 van as Production Office on set - Utilising personal printer to print all shoot related material - Ensuring safety protocols were followed on set, minimizing accidents and maintaining a secure environment - Completing wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations - Coordinating with department heads to ensure all materials were on set for scheduled shoots, enhancing efficiency - Supporting Director by organizing schedules and coordinating logistics, resulting in smoother production flows - Facilitated smoother shoot days by preparing sets and equipment in advance - Negotiating with locations for shooting permissions, expanding variety of available settings for projects - Liaising with Film Ofiice regarding permits -

  • Assisted in producing high-quality products by adhering to strict manufacturing standards and protocols.

Production Assistant

Simpleman Productions
Cape Town
01.2025 - 02.2025

- Assisting in office and driving duties during prep days - Shuttle Driver/PA on shoot days - Assisting in all Production related duties - Responsible for R25,000 petty cash in personal account - Assisting on wrap days with petty cash recons -

Chaperone

Moonlighting
Cape Town
10.2023 - 11.2023

- Chaperoning producers and directors of 'Scorpio' and cast and presenter for the German version of 'The Bachelor.' -

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Communication Science

University of South Africa - UNISA
South Africa
04.2001 -

Intermediate Certificate - Fire Engineering

Institution of Fire Engineering
United Kingdom
04.2001 -

Intermediate Life Support Practitioner - Intermediate Life Support

Lebone College
Pretoria, South Africa
06-2003

Driver/Pump Operator Certificate - Driver/Pump Operator

Tshwane Metropolitan Town Council
Pretoria
08-2002

Certificate in Basic Photography - Basic Photography Course

Centurion College
Pretoria
04-2001

Code C Driving License + PDP Exp 15/01/2027 - Can Drive A Truck/Bus Over 16,000kgs

South African Driving License
South Africa
01.1999

Skills

Team collaboration

Production support

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Film crew support

Meeting deadlines

Pre-production planning

Task prioritisation

Telephone etiquette

Logistics planning

Safety management

SOP writing

Location scouting - Vendor negotiation - Permits

Escorting actors, Managing extras & Crowd control

Team management & Time management abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking

Communication strategy development

Decision-making

Attention to detail

Creative strategies

Organisational skills

Production management

Self motivation

Content creation

Event planning

Emergency response procedures

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Product and service promotion

Timeline

Production Assistant

Rise And Shine Films
03.2025 - 04.2025

Production Assistant

Simpleman Productions
01.2025 - 02.2025

Chaperone

Moonlighting
10.2023 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Communication Science

University of South Africa - UNISA
04.2001 -

Intermediate Certificate - Fire Engineering

Institution of Fire Engineering
04.2001 -

Code C Driving License + PDP Exp 15/01/2027 - Can Drive A Truck/Bus Over 16,000kgs

South African Driving License

Intermediate Life Support Practitioner - Intermediate Life Support

Lebone College

Driver/Pump Operator Certificate - Driver/Pump Operator

Tshwane Metropolitan Town Council

Certificate in Basic Photography - Basic Photography Course

Centurion College
Nicolene Van Den BergProduction Assistant/Chaperone/Driver/3rd AD