Niccole Chicca has over 15 years of experience in media production and administrative roles. She has held positions as a Media Producer at PADI Worldwide where she supervised video and photography shoots and managed digital assets. Prior to that, she was a Media Technician at PADI Worldwide where she coordinated media production from pre to post-production. She also has experience in executive assistant roles providing administrative and project support. Niccole has proficiency in various media software programs and certifications in CPR, first aid, and scuba diving. She holds a B.A. in Business Administration and Film & Electronic Media from California State University Long Beach.
1. Niccole ChiccaMEDIA PRODUCER
864 Adair Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
PHONE: (949) 456-3247 | E-MAIL: niccole@niccolechicca.com | WEB: niccolechicca.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PADI Worldwide – Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Position: Media Producer
In addition to the responsibilities held as Media Production Technician: supervised and managed all video and
photography shoots from production through post production as well as coordinated projects interdepartmentally
with IT and Marketing. Maintained and organized the department’s digital assets and assisted with video and photo
editing using Final Cut Pro Seven, Premiere and Photoshop. Formulated budgets for all media production as well as
tracked project progress and time lines. Supervised the production of translated video in twenty-four languages,
including management of script translation, casting and directing of voice over talent. Developed bids for outside
contract work. Photo Editor for Undersea Journal (Bonnier publication).
May
2012
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May
2014
PADI Worldwide – Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Position: Media Technician, DIT
Coordinated media production for video, print and digital projects. Planned pre through post production logistics,
location management, managed department Carnet, scheduling, grips and property management, directing,
casting, managed talent and negotiated contracts with independent contractors. Created and managed Digital
Asset Management system using Canto Cumulus, Adobe Bridge and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. Assisted with
photo editing and video editing (off-line and rough cut) using Adobe Photoshop and Final Cut Pro, respectively.
DIT for RED camera.
May
2010
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May
2012
Creative Visions, Inc. – Costa Mesa, CA
Position: Executive Assistant to Owner and President of Interior Design Firm
Coordinated projects, vendors and events. Directed distribution of company literature and marketing materials.
Created corporate agendas and itineraries. Functioned as the liaison between all departments. Prepared and
delivered presentations to staff and clients for on and off-site meetings. Managed capital purchases and direct
vendor relations. Generated and maintained tracking records and processed monthly expense reports.
Jan
2005
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Nov
2009
Seaman International – Long Beach, CA
Position: Administrative Assistant to President/CEO of Print Publication Company
Acted as first point of contact for vendors and clients. Prepared various documents, including contracts, sales
reports and work orders. Maintained executive calendar and scheduled company meetings and events. Produced
and updated financial spreadsheets and created performance-tracking reports.
June
2001
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Oct
2004
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCYCERTIFICATIONSEDUCATION
Final Cut Pro
Premiere
Bridge
Lightroom
Photoshop
Audacity
iTunes
Mac OS
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.aif
.mov
.wmv
h.264
MPEG
.psd
.tif
Professional and personal references
available upon request.
Adult, Child and Infant CPR
Community First Aid
AED Certification
PADI Scuba Certifications:
• Open Water Diver
• Advanced
• Enriched Air
• Equipment Specialty
• Deep Diver
• Rescue Diver
California State University Long Beach
Graduated May 2005
B.A., Double Major: Business Administration
and Marketing and Film & Electronic Media
Cum Laude
ACTIVITIES & AFFILIATIONS
National Deans’ List at
California State University
Golden Key International Honor Society
Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society
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