About
The dreamer that became a doer
I knew I always wanted to work in film and television. Having grown up in Hollywood's back yard, it wasn't a difficult thing to contstantly be exposed to the wonder and magic that is filmmaking in some capacity (whether that be through sitting in massive traffic due to filming road blocks, or seeing the "Star Wagons" out on the street). As I grew older, that love and sense of wonder for film and television never left me. However, not having grown up in a family that came from Hollywood, I had no idea how to go about working in it but I set out to try anyway. Lo and behold, I managed to reach my destination. Now, I am over the moon to be able to do something that I love so much. I’m especially thrilled about bringing unique, diverse and outstanding voices and stories to the table and helping them reach audiences to enrich everyone’s storytelling experience.
I received my MFA in film producing from the esteemed AFI Conservatory where I have been lucky enough to work with some of the best in the 'biz and my undergrad from FIDM (Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising) in digital media and business-yes, believe it or not, good ole' FIDM has a spectacular digital media program. I have my own small business in branding and marketing and have culminated a diverse background that helps me every day in both producing and writing. Having grown up in Los Angeles, I encompass the unique knowledge of really understanding Los Angeles and it's often confusing landscape as well as have a dialed-in database of people that I have now worked with for years.
Please see below for links to my work and other professional information.
Experience
Condé Nast
Producer | Director | Writer
May 2022-Present
Produce and direct mostly digital content for the culture division of the Condé Nast brand including: Vanity Fair, Teen Vogue, Pitchfork & Them. Predominant responsibilities include working with high-level talent (mainly in interview form), researching guests and artisans, developing & pitching creative concepts, driving brand identity, cultivating and refining tone and feel of current and new episodics for the brands and helping develop new episodic ideas.
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The Walt Disney Company/Pixar
Producer | Director | Writer
May 2021-December 2021
Created mostly digital content for the Pixar wing of Disney. This included producing and directing many live-action as well as post-specific videos. Other responsibilities included interviewing and researching guests and artisans, developing & pitching creative concepts and campaigns, addressing and consulting on DE&I concerns and considerations for various communities and cultures I am affiliated with. Additionally, I helped write the narratives, questions, scripts and outlines for various segments.
Below is a playlist of some of the work I’ve done for them. For further examples, please reach out:
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Cueirdo CIrcle Media LLC.
Producer | Director | Writer
November 2020-Present
Write the scripts and outlines for podcast/shows. Provide social media management and reporting support to clients. Producer/Director/Writer on short films, narratives, marketing videos and online content. Copywriting & Marketing services across platforms. I work to create immersive content for a variety of clients. With a strong skill set and diverse background, I have been able to cultivate a position that helps my clients drive engaging storytelling and brand awareness for entertainment or marketing purposes. I utilize my skills in writing, graphic design, editing, research, branding, video production (and post production) and hosting to facilitate and outcome that clients are happy with.
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TMI Tourist-Online Show
Producer/Writer/Host
January 2020-Halted in the middle of production due to Covid
Conduct in-depth interviews with show’s guests. Found businesses, recruited them for episodes as points of interest. Secured permitting and contractual obligations. Wrote outlines for the show. Recruited production crew. Worked on and organized marketing and distribution strategy. Coordinated shooting and production.
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VILLAGE ROADSHOW ENTERTAINMENT
Executive Assistant | Pitch Deck Creator
August 2018-February 2020
Executive Assistant to Head of Television Development and VP as well as intermittently to CEO, Steve Mosko. Designed and wrote copy for pitch decks, coordinated meetings and travel and provided administrative support.
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AFI Thesis Film "fISHNET"
Producer | Writer
August 2017 - Present
See link to website here
As a co-writer and sole producer of my thesis film, I was provided the very special experience of being able to collaborate more intensely with my director and director of photgraphy and provide more creative input to realize a shared vision for the story. I created the marketing and branding campaigns for the film, raised the funds, saw the film through every aspect of production into post-production and created the packaging. Please see link for information on the film here.
For a more complete resume, references, or specific work samples, please inquire.
Education
AMERICAN FILM INSTITUTE (AFI) CONSERVATORY, Los Angeles
MFA PRODUCING
Graduated
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (fidm), Los Angeles
B.S. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & FINANCE
Graduated
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (fidm), Los Angeles
A.A/PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION: DIGITAL MEDIA
Graduated
Awards
Magna cum laude
Exceptional Business Matrix Award
Technology
Movie Magic Scheduling & Budgeting, Final Draft, Final Cut Pro, AVID, ADOBE: After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Premier, Encore, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Mail Chimp, Constant Contact, Maya, Pro-Tools, Social Media: All major platforms. Social media Schedulers: All Major Platforms
Contact
Ashley Hall
Los Angeles, CA
805-231-4289
info@cueirdocircle.com