Who am I?
The name says it all! Whether you need an AD, a Director, a Producer, a Unit Production Manager, or a Script Editor - I am your go-to swiss army knife for your production!
Bring me on board early in Pre-Production and together we'll plan and execute a project that finishes on time, on budget and delivers on your vision. I pride myself in finding ways to save you time and money and make things run smoother on set (without ever cutting on quality, safety or creativity).
I'm based a few minutes outside Atlanta in Fayetteville, GA - but I also work local to Northern California, my Passport is current and I'm always open and happy to travel wherever the Production takes me!
As for the more personal stuff? I graduated from High School on Martha's Vineyard Island off the coast of Cape Cod, MA, then graduated from College at the University of Cincinnati in Ohio, then spent 20 years living all over Northern and Central Valley California ... and am now living just South of Atlanta, Georgia. I'm married to a fantastic Wife who also works in the Industry (as a Hair, Glam and Special FX Makeup Artist) and I have five kids - two of my own and three bonus (and a team full of pets)! Anything else you want to know - just ask!
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A Different Philosophy
On set, my top priorities are always
1.) The safety of Our Crew and Cast.
2.) Creating an efficient and collaborative space where people feel heard, valued and respected.
3.) Running the most efficient day possible, getting you everything you need.
Where some AD's or Production Managers feel the need to bark and berate, instead I believe I work for the Crew - not the other way around. Its amazing what happens when you treat people as humans first. Each person an integral part of the production, no department more important than another. A team where diversity, creativity and initiative are celebrated.
Your Link to the Team You Need
I've spent years meticulously cultivating a diverse community of talented, passionate actors and crewmembers from every discipline and every region of the country. Good people that don't just have the experience and capability of doing a job well ... but people you genuinely WANT to spend a 12-hour day working on set with. Its that little extra intangible that a resume, job posting or anonymous recommendation can't give you ... but I can.
Through my broad experience in the film industry, to my experience as a business owner and event planner, I understand how to build and manage a cooperative, cohesive team whose keystones are mutual respect and communication.
So what roles on your crew or cast do you need filled?
Give me a shout and let's get to work!
don't just take my word for it ...
Emilia Mendieta Cordova, Director of Photography
Emilia Mendieta Cordova, Director of Photography
Emilia Mendieta Cordova, Director of Photography
"Quinn is an AD and UPM who shows up to set with a smile on his face and a can-do attitude. In an industry that’s often mired with challenges every day, a positive attitude goes a long way in helping the set chug along. And to find someone who approaches everything with positivity but also is a consummate pro at what he does is a rare gem. Hire Quinn and keep him!"
Corey Nuss, Martis Media House
Emilia Mendieta Cordova, Director of Photography
Emilia Mendieta Cordova, Director of Photography
"Quinn is incredible. He does an amazing job with arguably one of the harder and more stressful jobs on set. I love that he takes safety of cast and crew so seriously, and he does what is expected of a 1st AD when faced with challenges.
It takes a special kind of talent and skill to be a GOOD 1st AD, and Quinn is one of those people. I kno
"Quinn is incredible. He does an amazing job with arguably one of the harder and more stressful jobs on set. I love that he takes safety of cast and crew so seriously, and he does what is expected of a 1st AD when faced with challenges.
It takes a special kind of talent and skill to be a GOOD 1st AD, and Quinn is one of those people. I know that if I’m on a job with Quinn as 1st AD, things will get done timely and efficiently.
Can’t wait to work with Quinn again in the future!"
Shelley K. Booker, Studio Teacher, IATSE Local 884
Emilia Mendieta Cordova, Director of Photography
Shelley K. Booker, Studio Teacher, IATSE Local 884
“I have worked with Quinn Gardner on countless projects commercial, film and otherwise. When I receive my Call Sheet the night before any project and I see Quinn is listed as my AD,
I know it's gonna be a good day on set! Quinn's organization, work ethic, sense of urgency and leadership skills are top notch. He gets the job done while concurrently commanding the respect of his peers.”
Malachi McKinney, Actor, SAG-AFTRA
Nick Anderson, Producer / Director, Bright Coast Productions
Shelley K. Booker, Studio Teacher, IATSE Local 884
"Quinn Gardner is one of the most genuine people I know. A character trait that is important in this industry. His hard work is contagious. Words can’t explain his love for what he does - it’s immeasurable. He is the first to set and the last to leave. It has always been an honor to share any set with Quinn.”
Nick Anderson, Producer / Director, Bright Coast Productions
Nick Anderson, Producer / Director, Bright Coast Productions
Nick Anderson, Producer / Director, Bright Coast Productions
"Quinn is one of the best if not the best AD in the Region. He is organized, hard working, and extremely well networked in addition to being able to wear many hats from script supervisor, to producer, to location manager. If you’re a professional and shooting in the area, I just assume Quinn is on your set or was too busy."
Craig Vincent, Mudville Media, IATSE Local 695
Nick Anderson, Producer / Director, Bright Coast Productions
Nick Anderson, Producer / Director, Bright Coast Productions
"Quinn is a true Swiss Army knife. Whether you need a 1st AD, a location scout or UPM, Quinn is the one you want. His list of resources is unending. He understands everyone’s job on set. His people skills are second to none. Quinn is the kind of talent you schedule your production around. Once you have him on set once, you won’t want to do another gig without him."
Anastasia Kryukova, Wardrobe Designer
Anastasia Kryukova, Wardrobe Designer
Anastasia Kryukova, Wardrobe Designer
"I’ve worked with Quinn Gardner on many productions ... in my opinion he is the best AD I’ve ever worked with so far. The schedules have been made up to every detail, with a breakdown for each department, down to the very minute. We were always ahead of the schedule when he was in charge. I always knew we could plan our day precisely if he was on board."
Nathan Krum, Camera Operator
Anastasia Kryukova, Wardrobe Designer
Anastasia Kryukova, Wardrobe Designer
"If you need someone that can handle anything from massive productions with dozens of extras, Quinn is your man! He was always ready with any information that was needed to get my job done. He was always ready with a solution even when the problem hadn't been foreseen."