Kristina O'connell
About Kristina O'connell
Kristina O'Connell is an Associate Creative Producer with a diverse background in film and media production. She has held various roles in companies such as Beryllium Pictures and Lemonlight, contributing to strategic planning and resource management in the creative field.
Current Role at Lemonlight
Kristina O'Connell serves as an Associate Creative Producer at Lemonlight, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she contributes to the creative team by assembling custom talent, art, and location decks for larger budget productions. Her responsibilities indicate a focus on strategic planning and resource management within the production process.
Previous Experience in Film Production
Prior to her current role, Kristina worked at Beryllium Pictures as Assistant to the Director from 2019 to 2022. During her time there, she gained valuable experience in the film industry while based in Boston, Massachusetts. Additionally, she served as a Content Creator at BLT STRATEGIES for one year in 2019, where she developed her skills in content production.
Education and Training in Media
Kristina O'Connell studied Communication and Media Studies at the University of New Hampshire, where she earned a Bachelor's degree from 2014 to 2018. She also attended the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague, focusing on Cinematography and Film/Video Production, and achieved a certificate in 2017. Furthermore, she completed a program in Digital Documentary Journalism at The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars.
Background in Customer Service and Team Sports
Before entering the film industry, Kristina gained customer service experience working as a Front Desk Representative at Gold's Gym and as a Customer Service Cashier at Roche Bros. Supermarkets. She also demonstrated teamwork and athletic skills as a member of the ultimate frisbee team at the University of New Hampshire and participated in the Woodsmen club, which involved lumberjack sports and outdoor activities.
Production Logistics Expertise
Kristina has developed a comprehensive understanding of production logistics through her various roles. She has experience in curating casting, locations, props, and crews for video projects. Her previous position as Director of Digital Media & Video Production at Space Age Electronics, Inc. from 2017 to 2021 further solidified her expertise in managing production elements effectively.