Susan Funk

On Location!

2011-08-28T09:18:00.000-07:00

I've been up on San Juan Island for a few days now. This is a gorgeous location!

I'm Production Manager on a short film called BRIGHTWOOD. Working with a great crew and having a good time. We will wrap on Tues, 8/30 and I'll be back in Portland by Wed. The weather has been beautiful and the views from location and our lodging are amazing!

Work Is Awesome!

2011-05-06T20:12:00.000-07:00

I have been so busy this year that I'm surprised my head has not exploded. Hopefully, things keep up like this throughout the whole year. It's looking like it will. But, don't hesitate to contact me if you want to work with you. You never know, I might be available for your shoot.

Cheers!

Busy, Busy, Busy!!!

2011-04-07T13:05:00.000-07:00

I haven't posted much recently. I've been very busy with many scripts. Shorts and features. Reading, breaking down, scheduling, budgeting and even writing. Lot's of production meetings.

My head has been spinning keeping all of these projects straight.

Scheduling auditions for two short films right now for Tuesday, April 12.

I'll be going out of town to shoot one of these the first weekend of May.

So much going on but still looking for more. I LOVE being busy!

Long Overdue Update

2011-02-05T19:15:00.000-08:00

So, I've been pretty busy since my last update;

Multiple craft services jobs.
Production Coordinator for a 3D shoot
And 2nd AD on a feature...

A Cabin in the Woods was a great shoot. We were on location in Government Camp on Mt. Hood for two weeks. It was an AWESOME crew who were very supportive me as I was going through a difficult time personally. The snow was beautiful and you can see some of my photos from location at my facebook page.

Coming up?

Lot's of stuff. Producing one feature, 1st AD on another feature, some prospective extras casting, and a few other things that I can't talk about, yet.

This is looking to be a very busy and productive year!

Short Job Coming Up

2010-11-08T14:51:00.000-08:00

I'll be working on a commercial shoot next week. I'm providing craft services and hot breakfast for a Fifty Films production. The production company is from Utah and have hired some of us locals to round out the crew. We'll be shooting around downtown Portland for 3 days starting Sunday. Looking forward to a nice short shoot.

A Change in Position

2010-09-11T10:56:00.000-07:00

So, if it doesn't change everyday it's not a real film, right? I've transitioned from Production Coordinator to 2nd AD now that we start production on Monday. I'm really happy about this change.

We start shooting on Monday with a very ambitious schedule. We have an amazing crew and I know we'll get it done!

House of Last Things

2010-08-26T21:24:00.000-07:00

Wow! This week's schedule has been wild! On Sunday I got a call and in about 10 mins I became the Production Coordinator on a feature film called House of Last Things. And I started work the next day. So, between starting this new movie, working the last day of Kill Hole and the Kill Hole wrap party I've had about 9 hours of sleep this week.

Things are getting moving but we gotta move quick because we are just a little over two weeks out from shooting. I think it's gonna be a fun shoot.

That's a Picture Wrap on Me!

2010-08-14T13:20:00.000-07:00

We've wrapped up all the days with extras on The Kill Hole. Shooting wraps on the 24th but my job is done. I'm sad. Funnest crew to work with by far!

I love Alternate Ending Studios!

Week Two Starts Tomorrow!

2010-08-02T10:18:00.000-07:00

One week down, 3 to go! Day 6 of 20 starts tomorrow!

I'm having a blast on this shoot! The crew is amazing and fun and everyone pitches in. I even joined the grip and electric crew for half a day last week.

More fun this week and I'm even getting in front of the camera playing a waitress on Friday.

Amazing Day on Set Yesterday!

2010-07-31T12:18:00.000-07:00

Okay, so I'm posting this everywhere and can't stop talking about it. Something amazing happened on set yesterday and it was because of my background talent.

My Veterans Support Group was sitting around and talking on set, (they were all real vets ranging from Vietnam to Iraq and Afghanistan and things in between that we don't even know about), and the director had the crew start running sound and camera without telling them. What came out was so raw and true and powerful. Billy Zane was so giving with them and "lead the group" but somewhere the line between actor and human blurred. Even for one of our leads, Chadwick Boseworth, who's character is a part of the group. Billy and Chadwick both stepped out at points so that they could change wardrobe for the next scene without disrupting the group dynamic.

There was not a dry eye at the monitor. And the guys themselves were experiencing something amazing. It's something that I will never forget. THIS IS WHY I LOVE CASTING!

FIRST DAY OF SHOOTING!

2010-07-27T14:04:00.000-07:00

So today is the first day of principal photography for The Kill Hole. It's a beautiful day in Gresham. Glad the production office has air conditioning. I love the crew and I think this going to be a very fun shoot.

The Kill Hole!

2010-07-17T09:18:00.000-07:00

(no, it's not a porn!)

Work is really going to kick in this next week. Shooting starts on the 27th and the beginning of the shoot will be extras heavy. Can't wait for the shoot! This is a really fun crew and it just keeps getting better. Off to shower and head to the production office today!

New Project Starting Soon!

2010-06-29T19:13:00.001-07:00

I just got the word that I will be the Extras Casting Director for a feature film called The Kill Hole. I'm looking forward to the challenge. It's a military film. I love genre specific casting!

Filming starts at the end of July and wraps early August.

DAMN!

2010-05-29T16:16:00.000-07:00

Unfortunately, the funding fell through for In My Eyes and it is indefinitely post-poned. So if you know of any AD, Coordinator or PM positions let me know!

Rough but fun week on In Her Shoes

2010-05-26T13:48:00.000-07:00

I worked 5 days on the NBC movie In Her Shoes over the last week and a half. It was rough weather, cold and stormy and WET. But, SO much fun! It was a great crew and so great to see everybody.

My new photo at the top of the page is from that set.

Just signed on to another project

2010-05-14T18:57:00.000-07:00

I had a meeting today and agreed to sign on to be the Line Producer/UPM for In My Eyes. Pre-pro starts mid-June and shoots July to first of August.

Another Short Film

2010-05-10T09:05:00.000-07:00

My vacation was short lived. I'm in pre-production now for another short film.

The film is called Sub Rosa and I will be the 1st AD. We start shooting weekends starting on June 5. It's a psychological thriller of sorts. It should be a fun crew and cast.

Just Finished Production

2010-04-21T08:39:00.000-07:00

I'm doing some post wrap on a four day shoot. I was production manager for a short film called The Company of Thieves. We had an amazing crew and cast! Everyone worked long hours to make sure we got this done. Thank you!

I'm a Killer AD!

2010-04-03T11:42:00.000-07:00

These are a couple of shots from The McMillan Girl. Don't wanna piss me off on set!

New Project!

2010-03-31T17:23:00.000-07:00

Had a meeting this morning with the filmmaker and producer of a short film called The Company of Thieves. Meeting went well and I'm now the coordinator. It shoots for 4 days starting on April 15 so not much time before we start. We are shooting around the Portland area (meaning around the outside of Portland) but the "office" is on the coast. So, I'll be making a trip out there tomorrow. It's a good, solid script. Should be fun!

Reality Shows Are My Bread and Butter!

2010-03-28T09:59:00.000-07:00

I've booked work on another reality show for next week. Three days starting on Monday. It's a competition show for The Food Network. Should be a lot of fun! Plus, I get to work with my favorite sound guy.

Finally Getting Things Back on Track

2010-03-20T11:41:00.000-07:00

Man, February got really busy, I got worn out and really sick. Things have finally calmed down some. I'm taking a well deserved breath before getting back into the swing next week.

Call me if you need me!

Boy, Am I Tired

2010-03-04T13:35:00.000-08:00

I wrapped last Friday on day 7 of what started out as a 5 day shoot. I'm not complaining about the two extra days of work but I am exhausted. Long hours. Cold exterior mountain locations. Lot's of rain. Great people! Can't wait to see the finished webisodes. I'll keep you updated.

DAY 7 OF 5

2010-02-26T11:33:00.001-08:00

Took some scrambling to get it all worked out but two extras days of work is awesome for my utilities and rent! I have Saturday off to spend with my son for his birthday then back on Meat Market for the last day then I'm off until the next weekend!

Another Gig!

2010-02-09T14:20:00.000-08:00

I just booked a 5 day infomercial shoot. I'll be doing crafty on this shoot. I don't have a whole lot of information at this point but it's with an LA production company, 20-30 people every day.

Yay for recommendations! I'm not sure who recommended me but someone did. Thank you!

The McMillan Girl

2010-02-09T08:39:00.000-08:00

I just wrapped four days as AD on the short film The McMillan Girl. Directed by Vincent Caldoni (on the right, Christian Dolan on the left). It's a very interesting period piece set in early 1900's Oregon. Costumes and locations are beautiful. We had the Robert Newell house at Champoeg Park as our location for the four days. So our sets were already fully furnished with mid 1800's furniture, books, linens, rugs and everything. Gorgeous! But occasionally the modern world encroached in the form of planes heading to the local airport and vehicle traffic at the busy crossroad just outside. All in all a very productive and fantastically enjoyable weekend.

Another AD Gig!

2010-01-28T19:14:00.000-08:00

Yesterday I booked another 1st AD gig. It's a short period piece which is right up my alley. I'm really excited about this one. I get to work with some of my favorite people. YAY!

Last Minute Gig

2010-01-25T21:06:00.000-08:00

I get to assist on a feature tomorrow that is going to be so much fun. Ultimate Death Match 3! Professional wrestlers galore! Can't wait to get on set tomorrow.

OMPA Annual Meeting 1/21/2010

2010-01-20T11:23:00.000-08:00

Tomorrow night is the OMPA Annual Meeting at Indent Studios. I'm providing the food for the meeting which has an Avatar theme. Going to buy all the food today. Prepping all day tomorrow then serving up by 6pm.

Should be a cool meeting. They will be setting up a special 3D projector and showing a couple of things possibly including an Avatar trailer that was posted on the same equipment that Indent Studios now has. Amazing stuff can be done with this system. We took a tour last week and got to see the kinds of things that it can do.

Come on down to the annual meeting. Indent Studios. Doors open at 6:15pm. $10 for non-members but if you find yourself a member they can bring one guest for free.

Cheers!

Bad Girls Club is casting again!

2010-01-05T17:21:00.000-08:00

I got a call today from Bunim-Murray Productions to do more recruiting for them for The Bad Girls Club. I'll be working this weekend to find as many party girls as I can for the show. If you or anyone you know are interested please let me know!

New Gig

2009-12-30T15:15:00.000-08:00

Just booked a one day crafty job for next Friday, 1/8. It's for R2 at Picture This. Thank you, Santa!

Two Music Videos That I Produced

2009-11-12T11:55:00.000-08:00

Two of the three music videos that I produced recently are up on line.

"Better Days" by David Brothers. Written and Directed by Andrew Michael Warnecke.

"Cadence" by Jenny Dalton. Written and Directed by Andrew Michael Warnecke.

Two Jobs Coming Up Next Week.

2009-11-12T11:50:00.000-08:00

Next week will be kind of busy for me. Which is a good thing!

Monday I'll be working with Bunim-Murray again on a casting project. I love working with these guys!

Then, the next three days will be providing crafty for a commercial production. This is my second job with a new client. Looks like I made a good impression. Yay!

Two jobs coming up

2009-10-08T17:56:00.000-07:00

Next week I have two crafty jobs booked. The first one I booked is for an old client through a new production company. I booked this one while I was working on Trainmaster 2. It is two days on a stage doing crafty for about 14 people. I'll be on this one Wednesday and Thursday next week.

The second job I booked yesterday and I'll be on this one Tuesday of next week. This one will be crafty for about 30 people but also on a stage so no open air food prep this time.

Newton Faulkner Music Video

2009-10-06T20:41:00.000-07:00

The shoot on Sunday went really well. The crew was awesome! The extras were fantastic! Spencer was amazing! We all had a blast!

My cheeks hurt because I was smiling and laughing so much. It was a great day.

Music Video Shoot

2009-10-02T20:18:00.000-07:00

Andrew and I are shooting a music video for a major label artist on Sunday, 10/04. It's gonna be a fun shoot with bicycle, jugglers, clowns, etc.

Last Day of the First Week

2009-09-23T07:36:00.000-07:00

Widow's Walk Lake has been a challenge from the day I signed on but a good one!

Today is the last day of this week's shoot. We've had an amazing location to work in. It's a beautiful mansion listed on the national historic register.

This movie is very cool and looks awesome. I'm very excited to be a part of this project.

New Gig!

2009-09-16T13:50:00.000-07:00

I've just joined a production in progress as 1st AD. Widow's Walk Lake has already filmed for a few days. Our next round of shooting is next Mon, Tues, and Wed. Jumping into the middle of a lake head first!

It's a really cool script and I'm excited to be a part of this production.

The Train Ride is Over!

2009-09-13T14:19:00.000-07:00

And it was a wild ride! Had a rough start but finished on a high note. Such a great crew to work with. I had a ton of fun. The talent was all great, too.

Phil has a good series on his hands if he chooses to make it one.

The Train Has Left the Station!

2009-08-17T15:31:00.001-07:00

TM 2 started filming today. I'm tired! And, yes, Mercedes, I have Diet Coke.

Just booked TM2!

2009-07-28T19:03:00.000-07:00

I just got confirmation today that I will be doing crafty on the new film Train Master 2. It starts shooting in a couple of weeks. Sundays off for four weeks. Busy, busy, busy!

New Work

2009-07-17T22:25:00.000-07:00

I worked yesterday on a commercial shoot. 2nd AD! I had a fun time. But, damn it was hot out. Good thing the location had air conditioning for a quick escape.

Music Video shoots

2009-06-26T16:54:00.000-07:00

I am producing a music video for local artist David Brothers. Along with my partner Andrew Michael Warnecke who wrote and will be directing the video. Yay for slightly paid work! We'll be shooting the weekend of the 11th and 12th here in Portland.

We'll also be shooting pickups for a video we shot a while back. We just haven't been able to get the spfx done and Andrew has changed up the storyline a bit and we both think it's going to make it better.

THAT'S A WRAP!

2009-06-10T10:39:00.000-07:00

We wrapped principal photography on The Imaginals on Sunday, June 7. My first feature length 1st AD gig. Loved it! The crew, while being kinda green, was professional, eager to learn and great to work with. They all have my recommendations. And those of you who know me well know that that ain't easy to get from me.

Now it's all in Kevin's hands. Post is his realm. I know that him and Adrian are anxious to have their house back after months of it being a hot set.

Now to the future, who needs an AD?

Last week of principal photography

2009-06-01T20:43:00.000-07:00

We are in our last week of shooting! Wed, Thurs, Sat and Sun. It's been a blast, a lot of work and pretty rewarding. However, I'm looking forward to having time off and my weekends back.

Fun stuff

2009-05-25T22:05:00.000-07:00

cool shot from a location scout.

Bad Girls and Imaginals

2009-05-08T18:01:00.000-07:00

We've got 3 days down on The Imaginals. Filming has gone well but, again, we've only got 3 days down. And we all know that anything can happen. We're getting into a good groove though and I don't forsee any issues.

Bad Girls casting has been fun. Still seeing people if anyone's interested. I got wonderful compliments from the Bunim-Murray casting department. It's nice to hear that every once in a while.

The Bad Girls Club!

2009-05-03T11:19:00.000-07:00

I'm recruiting for the Oxygen network's The Bad Girls Club. One of my favorite production companies to work with, Bunim-Murray, is casting season 4 of the hit cable reality show. This is the second season I've been called to help out. I'm still looking for more gals to interview so if you or someone you know is interested in being a part of the show please contact me asap! I gotta have you on camera by Monday morning.

Lot's to update

2009-04-13T18:24:00.001-07:00

Lot's going on now.

The Imaginals is in full pre-pro mode. Things are coming together very nicely. We've got some great locations, awesome talent and an eager crew. Still lots to do. Location scouts, schedules, emails, etc.

I'm waiting to hear from Crowley with a schedule for when they will be using me. Same with Leverage.

May is going to be hectic. The Imaginals will be shooting and I'm sure that I'll start getting calls from both of the other productions, too. I need to learn how to juggle.

Finally! Something to update!

2009-03-25T16:58:00.001-07:00

Sunday was a very good day. I got a call from the Crowley production. I will be dayplaying as a PA on the show. It runs from April 16 thru June.

After that call, I emailed the the co-producer/1st AD on Leverage. I will be dayplaying as a PA on that show, too. It runs from about now thru September.

I'm still working on The Imaginals as PM and 1st AD. Pre-production is going well and in full swing. We go into principal production the 1st of May and will wrap up first week of June.

Lot's of good news for work but it's going to require some major juggling skills to manage all three over the next couple of months.

Guest Speaking!

2009-02-06T14:14:00.000-08:00

Last night I was a quest speaker at the Film Center for a Production Management class. This is the fourth time I've been asked to be a speaker. Sometimes I feel like I don't have the qualifications but every time that I talk to others it gives me a boost of energy. Kinda like it reminds me of what I love about this industry.

I've also been asked to speak at a workshop on February 16th. I'll be speaking on extras casting for independent and major feature films. Going over the legalities, paperwork, the casting process, what to look for in an extra, etc. I'll post the workshop information as soon as I get all the details.

The Imaginals!

2009-02-06T14:08:00.000-08:00

I've signed on to be the Production Manager and Assistant Director for the independent film "The Imaginals." Very low budget but I think it will be a good experience and a lot of fun. I'm really liking the filmmakers, too.

The feature will be shot mostly weekends and evenings in May. If anyone wants to volunteer some time with preproduction or production feel free to drop me an email.

New Gig

2009-01-27T12:25:00.000-08:00

I just signed on to PM and AD an indie feature called The Imaginals. It's an extremely ambitious film for a low budget. It will prove to be challenging but I think I need some challenges to keep my brain occupied.

I'll keep things updated as the production goes along.

Cheers!

News for the New Year

2009-01-16T17:26:00.000-08:00

It's been a while since I've updated things. I've had 2 or 3 days of work since my last update. I've been busy working retail over the holidays and moving in November.

Follow the Prophet is premiering at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival January 23, 24 & 25, 2009. I won't be able to make it, unfortunately. I know it will be awesome and so many of my extras were featured on camera. I can't wait to see it.

Updates!

2008-08-02T21:37:00.000-07:00

So I've been pretty busy as of late. I actually got a part-time job since work had been slow. I'm only getting about 8 hours a week but it's a nice fill in for the bills.

On July 27 & 28 I worked as a craft services assistant on the movie The Road. It's based on the book The Road and stars Viggo Mortenson (hope I spelled that right). Man, the hours were long. A days worth of prep on the 26th and driving up to Mt St. Helens. We got to the hotel parking lot at about 3:30am and the truck convoy left for location at 4:15 am. Location was a good hour drive from the hotel. Not much sleep was had. We were doing hot, made to order breakfast, craft services, hot lunch and second meal. All out of the motorhome and on the side of a closed road in an area that still has the blown down trees from the eruption. Sunday was a 17 1/2 hour day. They put us up in a different hotel for the night. There was no cell service in the entire area but the hotel had wifi so I was able to chat. We got up and drove to the first hotel and set up hot breakfast in the parking lot. Then drove in to Portland for location. Although it wasn't as long as the first day it was still a long day. After wrap I had to go back to Beaverton to offload the motorhome. I think I got to bed a little after 1am. That wouldn't have been too bad if I didn't have to get up the next two days to work my part time job at 6am. I actually haven't had a day off since the 25th.

Tomorrow I'll be assisting with another reality casting call. Bravo TV's show, Make Me A Supermodel is holding a casting call in Portland. I've had a few people tell me that I should audition for it. I'm just glad for the work.

CRIMPS revisited!

2008-06-11T14:30:00.000-07:00

I found out yesterday that CRIMPS will be starting up again. I could definitely use the work. I'm glad that this project won't be lost in the netherworld of unfinished films. It's an indie horror movie and that is a profitable commodity these days. I'm happy to be a part of it.

It will mean that I will be heading to Astoria on weekends so I'll let you know when I'll be out of town.

Lot's of Work and Updates

2008-05-28T18:48:00.000-07:00

Well, it's been a productive couple of weeks. I have a few updates and a couple of new jobs to tell you about.

I answered a posting a little over a week ago from a producer looking for an AD. We met up and I signed on as AD. I've already been busy breaking down the script and putting together a preliminary schedule. The movie is called In Pursuit of the Pomegranate. It's an ethereal story with some funky visuals and a few gnarly stunts. I met with the director on Monday and we hit off pretty well. Principal photography will start in mid-September. I'm looking forward to continuing to get deep into this script.

Along with Pomegranate the producer is in pre-production on a horror feature. I will also be working on this movie. This Thursday I will be assisting with the casting call at the Clinton St Theater. We haven't defined my role yet but I'm looking forward to working on this one, too.

I just received a call this afternoon for another job. I've been an assistant for a bunch of reality show casting calls. Many of them have been for Bunim-Murray. One of the shows that I've assisted on is MTV's The Real World. The casting producer from that show will be up here for this one and asked the coordinator to call me. Last time I worked with this producer he told me that I should be in LA working and now he's requested me to be the first call for this casting. That really makes me feel good to know that I've made such a good impression. This should be a really fun casting. It's for a show a called The Bad Girls Club. Basically, it's like a Mean Girls all living in the same house.

I love it when I have a lot of stuff to report!

POW Fest Panel today

2008-05-18T20:29:00.000-07:00

I've been so busy with the music video that I forgot to post about the POW Fest panel that I was asked to be a part of. It was the Below The Line panel. I was one of four women who work as freelancers asked to participate. I was very honored. The audience was very small though so there weren't a lot of questions. But I felt like it's a good panel to have at the POW Fest. As the festival grows so will the audience.

The Power Of Prayer

2008-05-15T22:26:00.000-07:00

Equipment, talent, crew, camera, location, set, mannequins...It all came together.

The mannequins; we did not think we were going to get enough to fill the set but with one call we got about 40 full mannequins for free. THANK YOU AARON AT NORDSTROM!

Crew; I still needed a dolly grip but as of 9:56pm I have an excellent dolly grip for tomorrow. THANK YOU, JIM DUNN!

Just take a look at the set we put together. I built the 12'x12' plastic screen. Andrew hung the rest of the plastic and we dressed in the mannequins together. I think it looks awesome.

What the Hell?

2008-05-13T21:29:00.001-07:00

Okay, so everything for our music video has come together. Location, set dec, crew, equipment...but our camera has fallen through. All we need is an HVX camera for one day. However, with no money in the budget for a full rental it's going to be next to impossible to get what we need. I don't have any favors to call in from any of the rental houses so it's gonna be a miracle if we can get one.

Interview Went Well

2008-05-08T10:10:00.000-07:00

My interview yesterday went very well. It looks like I will be on this shoot. I'll get more details after I talk with the production manager. Production will take place in August so that leaves me open for work between now and then.

We Found Our Location!

2008-05-08T08:25:00.001-07:00

BIG THANKS TO THE GUYS AT PG & L! They will be providing us with a location and equipment for an extremely reasonable deal. Everything is falling into place.

More Work

2008-05-06T19:56:00.000-07:00

I got a call today and I'll be working on a reality show next Wednesday. I don't have any details about it, yet. I'll post it as soon as I find out more.

Yay work!

Music Video

2008-05-06T19:48:00.000-07:00

And mannequins! Our music video shoot has been pushed to May 15. Location and mannequins were not coming together quick enough but it looks like it's working out better for everyone.

We're really excited about the video. We're doing this because we want more videos for our reel and we really like the singer. The best part is she's going to use the heck out of this video. So...major exposure!

Everything should be locked down by Monday then we can kinda relax.

Interview For Another Project

2008-05-06T19:46:00.000-07:00

I talked to a Producer/Director today about working on his feature to be shot this summer. I'll be meeting up with him later this week for a proper interview. Wish me luck!

No More Zombies!

2008-05-06T19:43:00.000-07:00

PLEASE!

Anyway...I'm done with shooting for The Outbreak.

Another audition and a "new" agency

2008-04-28T11:24:00.000-07:00

Well, I have an audition for a real estate commercial this Wednesday. It pays pretty well and there are two roles that I fit so hopefully I'll nail it. I'm getting my wisdom teeth pulled tomorrow and I'm gonna be in pain during the audition. But...I'm an actress, so I will ACT like I'm not in pain.

The other news is my agency. Wilhelmina/MTG has become a full-service agency. So now I have across the board representation. Which I am very happy about.

The Outbreak!

2008-04-15T15:52:00.000-07:00

Shooting starts tomorrow! 5 days of nights! Yay! This is going to be fun. There is so much blood and gore in this movie. Hopefully we won't have any Italian dinners on set.

On Hold...

2008-04-11T14:45:00.000-07:00

I got the word yesterday that Clarity Y Productions is on hold. I might get a call in a few months but we'll see. It might be dead in the water.

Shooting for The Outbreak starts this Wednesday. It's going to be a lot of fun!

I hate when I have to turn down work. Especially when it would pay more than what I'm already committed to. I got a call today for a Production Coordinator position for a Nike shoot. 4 days right at the same time as The Outbreak. If only they were shooting one week later... I'd be so all over that. Oh well. Not many people are gonna be able to say they worked on The Outbreak!

Cheers!
Susan

Interview for 1st AD

2008-04-04T19:20:00.001-07:00

I met with the Clarity Y Productions group again, today. This time for the 1st AD position. I feel like the interview went well. I should know something by Monday. I'm really hoping to get this job. It will mean steady work through May and that is always a good thing.

Wish me luck!

I've been busy!

2008-03-26T19:26:00.001-07:00

Here I was wondering what I was going to be doing in the way of income this month and now I'm so busy that I don't have much time to sleep.

Last week I was out celebrating St. Patrick's Day when I got a call to assist with craft services on the movie Twilight...with a 6:30am call to be in Kalama, WA. Three days work and I had a blast! Pouring rain, near freezing temperatures and steep hills! Who can ask for anything more?

This week I got a call to replace someone on a reality show shoot. It was only supposed to be for Tuesday and Wednesday but it will now be through NEXT Tuesday. EIGHT DAYS WORK! I love these kind of shoots. They are really laid back and the hours are like having an office job with catering.

I got a call from The Road today so I'm gonna get back to them and see what happens. Wish me luck!

Short Film and Music Video in The Show!

2008-02-29T21:24:00.000-08:00

Thursday, March 6th @ the Hollywood Theatre, the short film "Blue Angel" and music video for Fitzgerald "How Far North" will be playing as part of Late Bloomer Productions, "The Show". You can find more info here: myspace.com/latebloomerproductions

I produced both of these and am EXTREMELY proud of both projects. BLUE ANGEL has already had two wins at two festivals. 1st at ConvergeSouth, and 2nd at Sansevieria. The music video was one of the top ten in the Scion Xpressfest 2007.

The Show starts at 3:00pm and goes until Midnight. Drinks are free between 3:00pm and 6:00pm and only $1 each after that!

Come get plastered with me! I'll have crew gifts for those of you who worked on these but haven't seen them, yet. Just ask the bartender (Andrew, who wrote and directed both) for yours.

New stuff that I'm up to

2008-02-29T21:03:00.000-08:00

Well, there are a few things that I'm working on.

First up, CRIMPS is on a hold for a while. Not sure when that's coming back on line.

Next, I'm in pre-production on a very unique zombie short called THE OUTBREAK. I am producing on this one with a new guy in town who has a company called Silk|Tricky. We're in the process of getting crew together and casting. Shooting is planned for the week of April 14th. We're gonna have blood, guns, car stunts and it's gonna be fun!

In the middle of all this, Andrew (my writer/director/partner) is writing treatments/scripts for two music videos. One is planned to shoot before OUTBREAK, the other to shoot after. One is paid, one is on spec.

I had an interview a few weeks back for TWILIGHT. I was told I was gonna get a call for a second interview but never heard another word. Since they've already started principal photography I've assumed that they "went another way." Oh well. I've got all these other things going on.

One more thing that's happened...I just signed with the Wilhelmina/MTG modeling agency. I have my first go-see next week. They just posted my photos on the website last week so, I'm thinking that's pretty good.

Even with all this going on I'm still available for dayplaying on other work. So...call me already!

CRIMPS

2008-01-10T10:57:00.000-08:00

So, I'm working on this ultra low budget indie horror movie called CRIMPS. I am the Production Coordinator and 2nd AD and I'm coordinating the extras. Multiple duties is par for the course for this type of production. I think it's going to be fun, though! We're shooting weekends in Astoria, OR on the northern Oregon coast. Our first location this weekend is the very impressive Columbia River Maritime Museum. My only concern is travel out to the coast. There is a severe weather alert in effect through Friday morning which is supposed to dump up to two feet of snow in the mountain passes. I don't have problems about driving in the snow but a lot of people don't know how to and that causes accidents. Also, if they close down the hwy then I'm kinda stuck.

We still have a few holes in our crew but we should be able to manage this first weekend. We only have four scenes and they all take place in the same location.

The extras are not coming through like I was hoping but I think we'll have enough. I will be pulling crew in as atmosphere, too.

I'll let you know how the weekend went when I get back to Portland on Monday.

I'm also working on a one day gig through Studiobard on Friday. Which means that I will have to drive to Astoria at wrap. I'm not gonna get ANY sleep!

2008-01-04T12:55:00.000-08:00

SUSAN FUNK

Coordinator · Assistant Director · Extras Casting Director
503-701-5192 · susankfunk@gmail.com

Extras Casting Director:
Follow the Profit (feature) 2007 Director: Drew Rosenberg

Casting Director:
Darling Nikki (short film) 2003 Director: Craig M. Johnson
Asst Casting for Film, TV, Commercial (since 1997) Principals and extras

Extra's On-set Coordinator:
“NickCandy ToonPops” (commercial) 2004 Director: Kirk Kelley/Vinton Studios
“Water Bee” PSA 2004 Director: Curley Johnson
Mean Creek - Whitewater Films Director: Jacob Aaron Estes
The Hunted – Paramount Director: William Friedkin
Bandits –MGM Director: Barry Levinson
Men of Honor – Fox Director: George Tillman, Jr.

Producer/Coordinator:
Brent Gunter music video 2007 Guestroom Productions
Crimps (feature) 2007-08 Late Bloomer Productions
Berlin (short) 2007 Envision Entertainment
Halo (industrial) 2005 Headquarters Film
It Came From Nowhere (short) 2004 Guestroom Productions
Blue Angel (short film) Guestroom Productions
2nd place ConvergeSouth ’07, 1st place Sansevieria ’07
Zombie Vegetarians (short) 2004 Mad Martian Productions
Tiffany’s Bad Day (short film) 2003 Guestroom Productions
Faking It USA (series) 2002 & 2003 TLC/RDF Media

1st Assistant Director:
Blue Angel (short film) 2004 Director: Andrew Michael Warnecke
Tattoo Vote PSA 2003 Director: Dan Schaefer
Tiffany’s Bad Day (short film) 2003 Director: Andrew Michael Warnecke
HIV/STD Prevention PSA 2003 Director: Michael Silberman
Darling Nikki (short film) 2003 Director: Craig M. Johnson
Voyeur (short film) 2003 Director: Andrew MichaelWarnecke
Barely Alive (short film) 2002 Director: Mark Edward Lewis
Joe's Kid (short film) 2002 Director: Rolla Selbak
Working the Beat (short film) 2002 Director: Craig M. Johnson

2nd Assistant Director:
Selfless (feature) 2007 Directors: The Pander Brothers
Spiral (feature) 2nd, 2nd 2005 Directors: Joel David Moore/
Adam Greene
Kate’s Smile (feature) 2005 Director: Tad Shaftel
Commercials (multiple) Multiple Productions
Making Maya (indie feature) 2003 Director: Rolla Selbak

Cast Assistant:
Feast of Love feature 2007 Director: Robert Benton

Welfare Worker:
The Hunted –Paramount Director: William Friedkin

Key Set Production Assistant:
Donut Hole (feature) 2004 Director: Peter Paige
The New Detectives (series) 2003 Discovery Channel
Elimidate (synd. series) 8 episodes 2002 Dawn Synd. Prods.

Locations Assistant:
Mean Creek (feature) 2003 Director: Jacob Aaron Estes

Craft Services:
Perfect Companion short 2007 Director: Jeff Winograd
Storage short 2006 Director: Mark Roush
Nationwide Ins still shoot 2006 Ken Anderson Photography
Burnlounge.com multiple commercials Factory Films
Music Video Factory Films
Lipitor commercial 2006 Sticks +Stones Studios, Inc
I am Lloyd Hamlin short 2005 Director: Mark Roush
The Music Within assistant feature 2006 Director: Steven Sawalich
Ancestry.com commercial 2005 Respond 2
It Came From Nowhere short film 2004 Guestroom Productions
Zombie Vegetarians short trailer 2004 Mad Martian Productions
Tiffany’s Bad Day short film 2003 Black Veil Productions
Darling Nikki short film 2003 Full Swing Films
Voyeur short film 2003 Black Veil Productions

Production Assistant:
Boston Herald/Examiner commercial 2006
Dunkin Donuts commercial 2006 @Radical Media
Oregon Lottery commercial 2005 Food Chain Films
EA Sports “NHL 2K06” commercial 2005 Food Chain Films
Hewlett-Packard “Halo” industrial 2005 Headquarters Film Co.
Yamaha “Coleman” commercial 2005
Discover Card 4 commercials 2005 @Radical Media
The Real World open call 2005 Bunnim Murray
The Apprentice V open call 2005 Bunnim Murray
Starting Over open call 2005 Bunnim Murray
The Birdkeeper (short film) 2004 Director: Lane McWilliams
Amazing Vacation Homes (series) 2004 Mike Rich Productions
Commercial Productions 2004 to present Limbo Films
Ford 2004 Running Footage (commercial) Filmrow Productions
TV Lab (series) 2003 The Sundance Channel
Switched (series) ABC Family Channel
commercial productions (multiple) 2002-04 @Large Films
Weakest Link (synd. series) 2001-02 Weakest Link Prods.
Elimidate (casting PA, Seattle & Portland) 2001-02 Dawn Synd. Productions

Welcome! Come on in and look around.

2008-01-04T12:15:00.000-08:00

Hi! I'm Susan Funk and I am a freelancer! I work as a Producer, Assistant Director, Coordinator and Extras Casting/Talent Coordinator. I do pretty much anything on set or in the production office but I'm trying to streamline things a bit. My resume is posted below.

I'm making this my new homepage. So I will have updates on what I'm doing and working on. I'll be posting photos and videos and who knows what else. Please check out what I've got so far and keep checking back for weekly updates.

I found this website because a few people I know have blogspot pages. I think this will be a great tool. I used to have my own website a few years back when I was primarily doing acting and modeling. Blogspot looks pretty close to how I had designed my old page.

So, now what? Well, let's talk about what I'm up to in this new year.

First of all, I worked on a web series this last summer that has gone live with seven episodes now and is immensely popular on line. You can visit the Wasteland and view all seven episodes. It's also up on Youtube, Revver.com, crackle.com, metacafe.com and I'm sure several more that I can't remember right now.

Blue Angel, the short film that I produced for my partner, Andrew Michael Warnecke, is on the fesitval circuit and doing amazing. So far, it has played in two festivals. ConvergeSouth, where it placed second in audience voting, and, Sansevieria, where it placed first in audience voting. It has been accepted to one more festival that will take place in March and we're waiting to hear back over the next few months from more.

I am starting work on an indie horror feature today. "Crimps" will be shot on location in Astoria, OR. We'll be shooting weekends through March. I'm looking forward to really getting started as Production Coordinator. I haven't really had much to do yet and shooting starts next weekend so this week should be really busy.

Next week I'll be starting up some side work logging timecode for a documentary. This should be fun. For me it's a chance to just sit down and kinda zone out with some repetitious work. It's detail oriented and so am I. It's sorta second nature so it's perfect for me. Plus, IT PAYS!

The logging job will end in February so I'm looking to book more work. Hint, hint?

Keep checking back for updates.