Heather Brunk is an art director and set designer based in North Hollywood, CA seeking new opportunities. She has over 5 years of experience in roles such as art director, set carpenter, production designer, and prop assistant on both features and shorts. Her resume highlights projects like "Cynthia" where she played many roles in the art department over a 13 day shoot, and "The Lincoln" where she single-handedly art directed a feature film shot in 6 days. She is skilled in areas like set building, carpentry, props, scenic painting, and computer programs like Photoshop.
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Heather Brunk
North Hollywood, CA 91601
T: 323 830 8540 E: h.brunk.15@gmail.com
Objective I wish to learn as much as I can, and help anyone I can. To provide
a world the audience will get lost in, and one the director had
envisioned. To make the impossible possible using the art of film.
Gaining and sharing knowledge and work as a team to make dreams,
reality.
Experience “Cynthia” Art Director May 2016
Directed by: Deven Downs and Kenny Gage/ Prod. Co. Cysters, L.L.C.
Played many roles within the art department for this hectic 13 day
shoot. Made sure everyday that we were prepared and ready for
following days. Problem solving on the day off, as well as in charge
of extra crew hiring.
Set Carpenter| ”Miss Earth” Jan. – Feb. 2016
A two week build for a Sci-Fi web series, I was one of 4 carpenters
building 3 sets both over 25 sq. ft. I was also put in charge of a
small team to put together the roof pieces.
Art Director | “The Lincoln’ November 2015
One woman art department for a feature film shot in 6 days. I was in
charge of making all the props and kept the shoot going even when an
interrogation room was added at short notice.
Versatile Carpenter/ Fabricator/ Event Staff | Abel McCallister
Designs May – June 2015
A company that provides event planning and design for the aesthetics
and interactive set pieces, their clients included: Patron Tequila,
The Simpsons Halloween party, and even the Oscars. I assisted in
building an 18 foot tall “Hacienda” Covering Approximately 20 sq.
ft. An extra hand in the woodshop, acrylics shop, and the scenic
design department. Carved stones out of two inch think foam, was
taught how to work with and cut 1/8 inch plexi-glass(Acrylic),
painting, staining, and learning as much as I could. Did installs
and strikes for events.
Part- Time Lighting Technician | Hive Lighting May 2014– August 2015
Building, prepping, testing and shipping Hive Lightings one of a
kind Plasma lights for rental use, sales and showcasing. Simple
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Trash and equipment clean up, and organization. Inventory duties at
least once weekly.
Production Designer | “E Pluribus Unum” March 2014
Referred outside hire on a short, 15 minute student film with The
New York Film Academy. A drama about a man, his life, and the life
he gave and provided for his three children, one of which is a young
deaf boy who was living on the streets until the main character
takes him in; in turn leading to family turmoil within his little
family. Coordinated the art department needs based on scheduling,
handled art department budget and set coordinator during the build.
Miscellaneous Crew/ Set Dresser | “Boost” (2015) April 2014
Decorated locations, acted as the set Mac Guyver and assisted the
production designer with tearing down, including transport during
company moves, pick-ups, and returns. Also provided a location on
short notice due to complications with original location. Assisted
Craft services and the make-up artist, as well as go on last minute
runs for whatever was needed. .
Set Dresser/ Props Assist. |”the Coed and the Zombie Stoner” Dec
2013
A thirteen day feature film shoot with Asylum productions, not yet
released. My responsibilities were to watch the continuity of props
and set dressing during the shoot. Monitoring the prop’s and always
knowing the location of each one, as well as setting up the next
location. However, as an intern I wore many hats in art department,
as well as anywhere else I was needed.
Education The Los Angeles Film School
September 2013
Associates in the Science of Film.
Eagle Rock Jr./Sr. High school
June 2010
H.S.Diploma
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Skills Basic Computer knowledge
Proficient with Microsoft office
Capable of safely and properly handle most power tools
Quick Learner
Experienced with Photoshop, Avid Media and Google Sketch-up
Work well under pressurev
Scenic artist
Set Design and Build
Conceptual Art (by hand), as well as Hand drafting