Gretchen Husting seeks an administrative position in the entertainment industry, bringing over 10 years of experience working in television, film, and administrative roles. She has worked for companies such as Lionsgate Entertainment, Creative Artists Agency, NBC Universal, and the Dr. Phil Show. Her experience includes assisting executives, coordinating projects, providing administrative support, and working on productions. Gretchen has a BA in Television Writing and Producing from Columbia College and is proficient in Spanish.

1. Gretchen Husting
803 Princeton Street
Santa Monica, CA 90403
312-909-0988
g.husting@att.net
Objective: An administrative position in the entertainment industry, using skills attained while working in television
and film production.
Professional Experience
Eleventh Hour Staffing December 2015
Lionsgate Entertainment
Filled in as desk assistant to Barry Brooker, President/CEO of Grindhouse Entertainment.
Creative Artists Agency
Assisted in mailroom by wrapping, personalizing and expediting gift preparation for clients during holiday rush.
Act 1 Staffing
Independent Film and Television Alliance October to November 2015
Greeted guests, answering questions in person and by phone for international buyers, sellers and producers at the American
Film Market.
Apple One Staffing November 2012 to present
Answer front desk phones, greet guests, provide computer support, prepare and scan documents, enter data, perform
research, distribute parking permits, order office supplies and keep kitchen and reception area clean.
 Fandango
 Tom’s Shoes
NBC Universal E! and Style, International Network Operations Coordinator January to June 2015
 Completed a Data Migration project, inputting data and timings into the traffic system.
 Coordinated and tracked media files for E! Programming Dept. to ensure transmission on Network feeds.
 Performed quality control checks for shows to air on International Network feeds.
Randstad Staffing January 2014 to January 2015
Answered front desk phones, greeted clients and provided administrative support.
 Hosted L.A. Screenings on the Sony Lot, coordinated with studio event planners to greet and provide orientation
and assist with security for executives from all over the world.
 Long term assignment at UCLA Department of Graduate Housing, covered front desk, assisted with data entry and
administrative support.
Co-Op Staffing October 2014- to January 2015
 Assisted director Paul Feig (Bridesmaid’s and Spy), handled constantly changing calendar and rolled calls.
 Filled in as receptionist at Nclusive, a professional sports public relations firm.
Dr. Phil Show Executive Assistant Intern Hollywood, CA January 2013 – May 2013
 An assistant to the Executive Producer, made sure all calls were handled in a highly professional manner, rolled
calls and filed scripts.
 As part of a production team, found stories, booked guests and assisted with taping on the Paramount Lot.
WCIU First Business Research Intern Chicago, IL January 2011 –May 2011
 For daily talk show focusing on finance and local business, provided research and story ideas.
 Field produced, interviewed executives and assisted producer in the control room.
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NBC TV Target 5, Consumer Unit Intern Chicago, IL February 2008 – June 2008
 Helped viewers know rights as consumers, created stories and transcribed tapes.
 Conducted interviews with government agencies and corporate media departments and field produced.
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2. WGN TV News Planning Intern, Chicago, IL September 2007 to December 2007
 Responded to phone calls and emails, entered logistical information on to the assignment board.
 Field produced and greeted talent, including the Joffrey Ballet and Radio City Rockettes.
Production Experience
Vanished Production Assistant, Mar Vista Production for Lifetime, Los Angeles, CA October 2012
 Judge Pirro Show Production Assistant, Chicago, IL August 2008
 Dinner: Impossible Production Assistant, Food Channel, Chicago, IL January 2008
 Barenboim on Beethoven Production Assistant, PBS Channel 13, Chicago, IL January 2005
 Switched Production Assistant, ABC, Chicago, IL September 2003
 Grand Theft Set Wardrobe Assistant, Bader Brothers Independent Films, Chicago, IL August to September 2003
 Spiderman II Production Assistant, Warner Brothers Films, Chicago, IL November 2002
 Slave Wardrobe Assistant, Waitergonebad Productions, Chicago, IL April 2002
 Pop Stars Production Assistant, Warner Brothers, Chicago, IL June 2001
 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Casting Assistant, Warner Brothers Films, Chicago, IL May 2004.
 The In-laws Production Assistant, Franchise Pictures, Chicago, IL October 2002
 ER Production Assistant, Warner Brothers Television, Chicago, IL September 2002
 Stolen Summer Assistant to Accountant, Project Greenlight, HBO Special and Miramax Film Chicago, IL May to
June 2001
Education
Columbia College, Chicago, IL BA, Television Writing and Producing, Member of National Association of Hispanic
Journalists, completed Columbia College Semester in L.A., Raleigh Studios, Hollywood, CA
Sweet Briar College, Lynchburg, VA. BA, English, Equestrian Team, Columnist for Sweet Briar, Interned with Lynchburg
Virginia News and Advance
Spanish Language Programs: Instituto de Cervantes, Chicago, IL Proyecto Lingistico Francisco Marroquín,
Antigua, Guatemala, Language Link, Buenos Aires, Argentina, International House, Barcelona, Spain
Skills: Proficient in Spanish, Excel, Word, Power Point, Movie Magic, Final Cut, Avid and Lexis Nexis
Volunteer: Chicago Latino Film Festival 2004-2012, Writer for Public Relations Department for Aero and Egyptian
Theatres, Los Angeles, CA
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