RESUME
Professional ​
Profile
As an experienced producer with over 15 years of commercial production expertise, I am proactive, self-motivated, and dedicated to delivering high-quality work. I excel in managing commitments, monitoring budgets, and leading communication efforts to ensure seamless productions. My ability to multitask, problem-solve, and foresee potential issues allows me to maintain the highest standards of quality.
Professional
Experience​
Line Producer
Independent Contractor
​2017 - 2022, 2024 - Present
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Manage day-to-day tasks from project kick-off to principal wrap, serving as the main point of contact for clients
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Develop creative decks for incoming project requests and collaborate with legal, unions, and clearance departments to initiate agreements
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Recruit crew members and maintain professionalism while working with top talent in music, sports, business, and film industries
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Successfully manage budgets from $120K to $1M+
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Reconciliation and actualize all expenses, petty cash, purchase orders, and invoices by exceeding client expectations and coming in under budget by 5% or more
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Successfully worked alongside Top Leadership and CEO of Coca-Cola on “Karma” print campaign
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Coordinated logistics on “Karma” campaign in various cities over the scope of three weeks
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Successfully negotiate competitive rates of up to 30% or lower for external vendors
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Managing the overall AICP budget, SOWs, and cost projections
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Execute location and talent releases, SAG talent, and usage rights without incident
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Managed multiple Lowe’s associates along with the Executive Vice President for a successful print campaign
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Senior Line Producer
Test Tube Productions
​2022 - 2024
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Manage day-to-day tasks from project kick-off to principal wrap, serving as main point of contact for Agency Producer
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Collaborated with the Director to create bids aligning with treatment
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Develop production calendars based on treatment for client and creative timeline alignment
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Reconciliation and actualize all expenses, petty cash, purchase orders, and invoices
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Successfully negotiate competitive rates of up to 30% or lower for third-party vendors
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Managing the overall AICP budget and cost projections ranging $50K to $750K+
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Execute location and talent releases, and usage rights
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Video Producer
CreativeDrive
​2019 - 2020
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Managed daily tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth project operations
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Communicated progress updates to stakeholders and leadership to maintain transparency and alignment
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Maintained regular contact with clients throughout the project lifecycle, addressing concerns and ensuring satisfaction
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Maintained a calm and safe environment during shoots involving baby talent, prioritizing their well-being and comfort
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Successfully managed multiple low-budget projects with an existing 40%-50% margin
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Effectively created a 30% or higher margin for incoming RFPs
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Strategically schedule kick-offs, create agendas, and lead team meetings
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Overcame creative differences by suggesting alternatives that were affordable and still executed the high-level look for the client
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Utilized creative negotiation skills to recruit crew and outside vendors
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Successfully track project costs
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Production Manager
Independent Contractor
​2013 - 2017
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Successfully managed budgets from $30K to $800K+
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Exceed client expectations and negotiate rates up to a 10% markdown of the total production costs
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Cultivated strong relationships with crew and vendors, fostering a collaborative working environment to ensure smooth project execution
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Created and distributed pre-production decks, overseeing vendor paperwork submission including Certificate of Insurance, authorization forms, and rental agreements
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Finalized and submitted union and nonunion crew payroll, ensuring compliance with industry standards
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Actively participated with female leadership and talent for the diverse Brawny project
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Provide prompt responses to accommodate tight turnaround times and schedules
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Compose talent releases and collaborate with talent agencies
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Successfully managed an SC Lottery project that involved farm animals in a tight location
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Prospered through weather obstacles on a Delta project that halted the city in the middle of a snowstorm
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Production Coordinator
Independent Contractor
​2009 - 2013
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Provided comprehensive assistance to the Production Manager across all aspects of production
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Collaborated with the Assistant Director to facilitate data entry of call sheets and schedules
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Created and submitted certificates of insurance to vendors and completed credit card authorization forms
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Distributed petty cash envelopes and effectively delegated tasks to office staff and production assistants
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Thrived in high-pressure situations, meeting tight deadlines and executing projects seamlessly with limited preparation time
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Production Assistant
Independent Contractor
​2006 - 2009
Skills
Interpersonal
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Strong Written and Verbal Communication
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Proactive Decision Making
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Creative Problem Solving
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Form Sustainable Relationships
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Maintain Deadlines Efficiently
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Proactive Budgetary Goals
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Active Listener
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Resourceful
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High Emotional IQ
Practical
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Financial Management
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Marketing & Advertising
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Video Production
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Google Docs
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Microsoft Share Pointe
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Concur & Webvantage
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Project Management
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Hotbudget & AICP
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Efficient Time Management
Associated Brands
I am passionate about helping clients achieve their goals by bringing their visions to life and consistently aim to exceed expectations, whether in major production efforts or smaller-scale projects.
Successful campaigns:
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The Coralisle Group
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Frontdoor
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Five Guys
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theCut
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NFL Films
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Coca-Cola
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Zaxby’s (Super Bowl spot)
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SC Lottery
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GA Lottery
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Brawny
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Delta
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Ford
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and many more!
Education
University of Nebraska - Kearney
​2018 - 2023
B.S. Organizational & Relational Communication
Phi Eta Sigma - Honors Society member
Lambda Pi Eta - Communication Honors Society member
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