Blake Venable
Franklin
Summary
Adept Mill Foreman with Entertainment Partners Enterprises LLC, showcasing crew leadership, craftsmanship and critical thinking to meet project milestones. Well versed in construction supervision and quality control, consistently achieving deadlines through effective communication, productivity and decision-making. Demonstrate versatility across roles, while enhancing workmanship standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Foreman
Entertainment Partners Enterprises LLC
01.2020 - Current
- Ensured project milestones were met, overseeing scheduling and execution of construction phases.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Achieved deadlines consistently, planning resources effectively and adjusting priorities as needed.
Prop Maker
Cast and Crew Production
08.2014 - 01.2020
- Streamlined production timelines by efficiently managing prop creation and repair tasks.
- Assisted in achieving artistic vision by working closely with art department team members on cohesive set designs.
- Supported smooth filming processes by ensuring timely delivery of all required props and set pieces.
- Collaborated with directors and production designers to develop visually appealing sets and environments.
- Contributed to successful productions by meeting tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality in final products.
- Demonstrated versatility in craftsmanship, adapting skills across various styles, genres, and time periods as needed for each project.
- Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
Electrician
SDI Electric
11.2012 - 08.2014
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
Floor Assembly
Hill Phoenix Refrigeration
08.2012 - 11.2012
- Improved flooring installation quality by using precision tools and techniques.
- Sustained high levels of accuracy in assembly tasks, resulting in fewer defects and returns from customers.
- Expedited construction timelines through the efficient assembly and installation of refrigeration systems.
- Reduced assembly time for increased productivity with streamlined processes.
Education
Walnut Grove High School
Oxford, GA2012
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Workplace safety
- Equipment operation
- Heavy lifting
- Construction supervision
- Quality control
- Daily reporting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project planning
- Finish carpentry
- Project deadlines
- Project milestones
- Hand and power tools
- Time management
- Construction deadlines
Timeline
Mill Foreman
Entertainment Partners Enterprises LLC
01.2020 - Current
Prop Maker
Cast and Crew Production
08.2014 - 01.2020
Electrician
SDI Electric
11.2012 - 08.2014
Floor Assembly
Hill Phoenix Refrigeration
08.2012 - 11.2012
Walnut Grove High School