Elliott Koriath
Creative Assistant and Filmmaker
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About
I am an enthusiastic dynamo and customer-facing high flyer who excels at strategic planning to improve creative and practical initiatives across diverse production environments. As a committed and flexible emerging leader, I use a professional demeanor to handle multiple projects in fast-paced and ever-changing conditions. I am known for promoting efficiency and creating consistent workflows, fostering relationships through versatile interpersonal skills, and solving problems through attention to detail with an eye on the larger objective.
My strengths include troubleshooting, technical expertise, and organization skills to meet project timelines and accuracy.
Experience
DAVIS THEATER – Chicago, IL 10/2024 – Present
Historical landmark and community center for cinema and events
Concessions | Usher
- Managed inventory of concession items, including bags, cups, seeds, candy, etc.
- Upsold tickets using Toast and receiving payments through card transactions or Davis passes.
- Maintained a high standard of cleanliness including sweeping floors and nightly sanitizing of the popper and fountain machines.
- Provided technical assistance by setting up PAs, mics, projectors, and performing quality control.
A unique experience of a combined winery, restaurant, and music venue
Box Office Concierge
- Created day-of-show documents to curate guest lists, comp tickets, and Wine at My Table requests through Excel.
- Performed bookkeeping and data entry in the concierge log to reconcile ticket sales, processing fees, and merchandise cuts to settle with the artist.
- Assisted visitors by greeting, scanning tickets and seating at assigned tables with ample room to relocate if needed.
- Answered questions for patrons and represented the City Winery brand and experience for guest satisfaction.
North America’s longest-running competitive film festival
Ticketing Agent
- Processed payment transactions and upsold ticket sales, merchandise, and memberships for the duration of the festival.
- Managed Rush lines of patrons looking to see renowned films while in communication with theater managers.
- Counted cash bag after rush lines for reconciliation immediately after close of sale.
- Assisted in any other task that comes my way to make the festival a memorable experience.
Internationally renowned not-for-profit music festival that presents performances by the world’s greatest artists
Production Assistant
- Analyzed contract riders, arranged travel, organized hospitality in dressing rooms, green rooms, and productions offices for artists and crew, and planned set up and teardown of furniture.
- Aided in the addition of a digital inventory log on supplies, food, and drinks for hospitality.
- Coordinated with colleagues in the event execution of Ravinia’s Gala alongside the Artistic Producer.
- Provided five-star runner service for artists Big Boi, Lyle Lovett, Norah Jones, and The Roots.
Commercials, television, film, voice-overs, print for companies such as HBO, Starz, and ESPN
Agent Assistant
- Submitted and managed talent on casting websites including Breakdown Express, Casting Networks, and Backstage.
- Directed calls with talent and preparation of reports regarding casting preferences, union status, client onboarding, and remittance information while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.
- Spearheaded the design of a new website and training of the software program Mainboard.
- Managed contracts for talent and interns while negotiating rates for clients.
Award-winning production company founded by filmmaker Ondi Timoner. Develops and produces original feature-length documentaries, feature films, and TV series.
Post-Production Intern
- Performed administrative tasks such as using QuickBooks for billing, managing calendars and scheduling travel arrangements, and invoicing files.
- Contributed archival and stock footage used in The New Americans: Gaming a Revolution (2023) using a variety of editing software (AVID, Adobe)
- Assisted in Interloper Films’ website maintenance for an improved user interface.
- Performed quality assurance for continuity and color correction for Last Flight Home (2023).
Education
DePaul University – Chicago, IL
Major: BFA Film & Television
Minor: Music Business and Music Recording
GPA: 3.95 | Honors/Dean’s List | Summa Cum Laude
