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Terminal Submersion, a film Written, Directed, and Produced by Katerina Hoyo-Frederickson
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ABOUT KATERINA FREDERICKSON
Creative and Reliable
Katerina Frederickson, grew up in in Riverside, CA. She is currently a Fellow at the American Film Institute working on a Masters degree in Producing. She graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Digital Filmmaking and Video Production from the Art Institute, a Bachelors of Arts in French Language and Civilization from California State University, and an Executive Masters degree in Business Administration from University of California, Riverside. She also earned a Professional Certificate in Project Management, and a Certificate in French/English Translation.
She speaks fluent English, Greek, and French, studied international business at the University of Paris, Dauphine in France, and LaVerne University in Athens, Greece. She completed field studies in international business in China and worked teaching English in South Korea.
Katerina Frederickson has over 25 years of experience in management team-building, and coaching. She has a global approach to her art, and concept design. She considers a company or project's brand identity and the needs of the audience before designing to optimize sales results. She innately sees the big picture easing risk mitigation and is skilled at carrying through the details that build quality and achieve optimal value.
SERVICES
PRE-PRODUCTION
With a team dedicated to Pre-Production, we guarantee to provide the highest quality result for all of our clients. No matter what type of project you’re looking to create, we’re here to make it reality.
PRODUCTION
As one of the most challenging stages in any project, we specialize in providing Production to our clients. With our team of experts, rest assured that your visual content will be nothing short of exceptional.
POST-PRODUCTION
When it comes to Post-Production, you can count on us to continue working until it’s exactly what you’re looking for while still staying within your timeline and budget. If you have questions, contact us today.
OUR CLIENTS
Who We Work With
COMMERCIAL WEB CONTENT, DOCUMENTARY
The Mellor Law Firm
DIRECTOR, PRODUCER, WRITER, LINE PRODUCER
Terminal Submersion, A Stally Night, The Hearts of Geeks & Cougars, Hercules Houdini and Holmes, The Jungle Book, Bombshell: The Series
PRODUCTION DESIGN, ART DIRECTOR, PROJECTION DESIGN & SOUND DESIGN
The Picture of Dorian Gray, Cecelia, Court of Appeals, The Great Gatsby, Disney's Madagascar, Jump In The Line
RESUME
EDUCATION
American Film Institute, Los Angeles
Master, Fine Arts- Producing
(In Progress-Class of 2021)
Art Institute of California, Inland Empire
Bachelor of Science, Digital Filmmaking & Video Production (2018)
Class Valedictorian
Alpha Beta Gamma Honor Society President
University of California, Riverside
The A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management
Executive Master, Business Administration (2013)
Concentration: Marketing, Strategic Planning, field study in Shanghai, China
Certificate in Project Management (2014)
Certificate in Lean Six Sigma (2019)
California State University, San Bernardino
Bachelor of Arts, Major: French; Minor: Marketing (2001)
Certificate in French/English Translation (2001)
2 Years of Study Abroad in Paris, France-University of Paris Dauphine
J.P. Switzer Scholarship- Full Scholarship to study in Paris
1 Year Study Abroad in Athens, Greece-University of LaVerne
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
"The Jungle Book" (feature film) Line Producer, Location Manager
"Bombshell: The Series" (web series) Associate Producer, 1st AD
“Cats” (theatre) Videographer
“Hercules, Houdini, and Holmes” (feature film) Line Producer
“Jump In The Line” (theatre) Projection Designer & Operator
“Disney’s Madasgascar” (theatre) Projection Operator
“The Great Gatsby” (theatre) Properties Manager, Videographer
“Steve Ahn: Directing Animation & Storyboards” Sound Mixer
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
2017 - 2020
"The Swans" (AFI short film) Writer, Producer
"Necromancers" (AFI short film) Producer
"The Red Zone" (AFI-short film) Producer
“This Man of Our Dreams” (short film) Director, Producer, Co-Writer
“Fans” (short film) Script Supervisor
“Mellor Law Firm” (commercial) Producer, Director, Cinematographer
“The Stalker” (short film) Producer
“The Hearts of Geeks & Cougars”(short film) Producer, Co-Director, Co-Writer
“Be Free” (commercial) Director
“Antonio Brown Presents” (event) Cinematographer
“A Stally Night” (short film) Writer, Director, Producer
“Terminal Submersion” (short film) Writer, Director, Producer
Selection Women’s Online Film Festival 2018
Semi-Finalist LA Cinefest 2018
“The Picture of Dorian Gray” (feature film) Production Designer, Art Director
“Cecilia” (feature film) Assistant Art Director
“Court of Appeals” (feature film) Assistant Art Director
MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
Los Angeles Greek Film Festival. Los Angeles, CA
Director of Development (2019)
· Managed Sponsorship and Membership Departments
· Fundraised $150,000 for the LA Greek Film Festival, a week long event at the Egyptian Theatre
· Entertained Sponsors, and filmmakers arriving for the event
·Managed VIP section
· Sourced and developed new avenues for growth
· Contributed to Social Media & Publicity to sponsors & events
Better Business Bureau of the Southland, Inc. Placentia, CA.
Branch Manager, Manager of Membership Development (2002-2013)
· Managed call center of 12 sales representatives and an administrative assistant targeting companies in Southern California to sell and underwrite memberships to the BBB.
· Advised CEOs and business owners on strategies to increase productivity through shifting their approach to customer service, aligned their companies with the BBB brand as an Accredited Business to position themselves as ethical businesses in the marketplace and increase profits
· Top Salesperson in the company with long standing account retention with companies such as: Experian, DirecTV, Cox Communications, Blizzard Entertainment, Boost Mobile, Telepacific, Ingram Micro, US Auto Parts, Dun & Bradstreet and a myriad of accounts both large and small
· Recruited and Trained new sales staff, designed and wrote training manual
· Developed several top sales producers in the company
· Public Speaker educating business leaders of BBB practices in Orange & Los Angeles Counties
· Search Engine Optimization presentation and sales using Google Analytics
· Product Development of subsidiary brand, Trustlink and BCA
· Best underwriting of applications and call logs in the company derived from quality standards in service that I created and measured continuously for quality assurance
· Building and Facility Manager of Orange County branch of 20 employees
· Project Manager Live Chat for Sales & Marketing Division
American Film Market and CinemaVault Releasing, Santa Monica, CA
Registration and Marketing Consultant (2000 & 2002 & 2005)
· Connected international buyers with sellers to buy distribution rights to film and television media at the annual film market (CinemaVault)
· Publicized screenings and events (CinemaVault)
· Registered and worked check-in of guests (American Film Market)
· Procured office space and accommodations (CinemaVault)
TEACHING AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Private Coaching, Paris, France (1998-2000)
Camp Han Byul, Il Chuk, South Korea (2001-2002)
The Art Institute of CA Inland Empire. San Bernardino, CA
Tutor Lead, Adjunct Faculty (2015-2018)
· Planning and designing course content to optimize instruction and meet curriculum core competencies
· Coaching and engaging students to develop and leverage skills to move ahead in their careers
· Assessing student performance and creating individualized strategies for success
· Instructed students on resume creation, job lead generation, career search strategies, personal marketing, interview skills, and salary negotiation
Courses taught: Management Supervision and Career Development; Innovation & Entrepreneurship; Global Management & Operations in the Hospitality Industry;
Sales & Public Relations; Introduction to Hospitality; Merchandising in Food Service; Exploring Wines & the Culinary Arts; New World & Emerging Wines; Human Resource Management
