MORGAN POWELL 

morganpowellphotography@gmail.com

Experience

Hoofs 4 Healing

Volunteer | Jan. 2016—Present

I work as a volunteer for a therapeutic horse center that works with children and veterans.

Paramount Pictures

Production Assistant | March 2016—Present

I worked as a Production Assistant for the movie Baywatch when it filmed in Savannah. I filled in with whatever the crew needed, helped to set up and breakdown the set, and helped to keep non cast and crew off of set.

City of Savannah/IATSE Local 320/UTP

Stage Hand | September 2015--Present

I worked as a stage hand, setting up and breaking down the Diana Ross concert, the Disney on Ice show, the Cirque Holidayz show, the RocknRoll marathon event, Beauty and the Beast, and Patti Labelle. As a stage hand I have worked in Lighting, Audio, Props and Carpentry departments. I have been a spot operator and I have also worked some as an aerial rigger.

University of South Carolina/Colonial Life Arena

Stage Hand, Lighting | Oct. 2015—Feb. 2016

I worked as a stage hand, setting up and breaking down the Def Leppard, Trans Siberian Orchestra, and R. Kelly concerts.

IATSE Local 333/North Charleston Coliseum

Stage Hand| Dec. 2015

I worked as a stage hand, setting up and breaking down the WWE event.

IATSE Local 629/James Brown Arena/Global Spectrum

Stage Hand | Oct.--Dec. 2015

I worked as a stage hand, setting up and breaking down the Rihanna rehearsal, the Miranda Lambert concert and the Jersey Boys show.

Joseph Fields Organic Farm

Farmer | Jan.2014.—Aug. 2014

As a farmer at Joseph Fields Farm, I was responsible for planting,harvesting, cultivating and processing crops that are grown to sell tofarmer's markets, restaurants, and for CSAs. I helped with livestockcare, including chickens, goats, and ponies. I also sold fruits andvegetables at farmers' markets during the week. This was atemporary/seasonal position associated with a farming apprenticeshipin Charleston, S.C.

Chic Antiques & Co.

Sales Assistant, Assistant Manager |May 2007--Aug. 2010, May 2011-Aug 2015*

I helped costumers as they browsed through the store and assisted themin finding furniture and other antiques. I maintained the displays andfurniture arrangements and did any necessary cleaning. I managedonline sales and merchandise photography. I also kept records andpayments up to date with tenants who rented booths in the shop.*There are gaps in between these times 

City Roots

Farmer | May 2012—Dec. 2013

I began as a volunteer at this sustainable organic farm and assistedwith planting, harvesting, and processing seasonal vegetables. Ilearned how to manage the vermicomposting system as well as take careof the chickens and learned as much as I could about keepinghoneybees. I applied for an internship after the summer of 2012,completed the three-month internship and continued on as an internwhile also getting paid to work farmers’ markets.

Becker Farms

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Assistant Trainer | Aug. 2007--Apr. 2010,Sep. 2010--Apr. 2012  

As a barn assistant I fed, watered, blanketed, groomed, lounged androde horses, made feed orders and picked up feed, cleaned stalls andpaddocks, and completed any barn chores that needed to be done.

Equine Works

Barn Assistant | Apr. 2009--Jul. 2009, May2010--Aug. 2010 As a Student Barn Assistant I was responsible for grooming, tacking,warm-up and cool-down of client horses.  I cleaned tack and kept thetack room and bathroom clean. I also assisted during trainer sessionsand offered any help necessary to clients.

Earth Fare

Cashier | Aug. 2008--Sep. 2009 As a cashier I processed purchases, stayed up to date on new productsand answered questions, and maintained my workspace during each shift.I was also responsible for sweeping and cleaning bathrooms, as Ifrequently worked opening and closing duties in the store.

Fast & French

Dishwasher | Jan. 2008--Aug.2008

As the sole dishwasher during shift I ensured overall storecleanliness by washing dishes, bussing tables, mopping floors,cleaning bathrooms, and taking out the trash.  I maintained my stations in order to be efficient and meet all codes and standards.In addition to these duties, I made sure that customer orders werecorrect and that all of their needs were met.

EDUCATIONAiken Preparatory School — 2007Valedictorian, Honors Graduate

College of Charleston--English, Studio Arts

SCAD—Photography, Film minor

REFERENCES

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John Paul Palmer 803-315-1754

Carolyn Mitchell 803-312-1112

Bunni Crawford 803-269-1857

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