Team Whistle Studios 2017 – Present
Director of Production, Freelance Production Executive
Directly managed relationships with key clients such as Snap, Verizon, MGM, NBCU, YouTube, CW, SyFy
Designed and implemented COVID safety and testing program that became the example for the union model
Oversaw production and delivery of scripted series and pilots for TV and digital, always on time and under budget
Guided projects from creative development all the way through to production, post production and delivery
Facilitated high level business needs such as visas, production loans, insurance and banking, and legal analysis
Sourced and hired key production personnel, department heads and cast, and oversaw contracting and payments
Superjacket Productions 2015 – 2016
Development Writer
Created and developed concepts and formats for new television series, based on network needs
Researched and identified trends, niches, and talent to facilitate development of new shows
Wrote pilot scripts and generated story and casting ideas for series in development
Wrote copy and designed pitch materials and presentation decks
Brainstormed creative and conducted research for series in production
Dyrdek Enterprises 2012 – 2015
Director of Executive Structure
Oversaw corporate schedule, coordinating with business partners and key players to plan meetings and events
Prepared business-related communication and expressed Mr. Dyrdek's vision to partners and employees
Conducted research for Mr. Dyrdek and top executives on key players, business needs and purchases
Managed reception of all VIP and celebrity guests personally, handled logistics for Fantasy Factory and estates
Produced full-scale secret musical show at Disneyland for Mr. Dyrdek’s marriage proposal
30 Bones Cinema 2010 – 2015
Line Producer / Producer
Oversaw all aspects of production for two critically acclaimed feature films: Funeral Kings and 13 Cameras
Collaborated with producers through all stages, from securing financing all the way to marketing and distribution
Managed entire production team and directly oversaw all employees and contractors of the company
Negotiated deals and handled relationships with talent, crew, unions, contractors, insurance, and rental houses
Managed all production finances and accounting, including payroll, and oversaw all cash flow and spending
Hasbro Toys 2008 – 2010
Consulting Producer
Produced video content for national and international brand marketing, sales and product demonstrations
Worked with key brands like Marvel, Star Wars, Playskool, Transformers, NERF, Tonka, Milton Bradley
Created and developed concepts for new entertainment and intellectual properties, including television pilots
Developed creative and wrote scripts and copy for marketing videos and internal pilots
Fantasy Works Youth Theatre 2002 – 2007
Season Production Manager
Directed full-scale Broadway-style musicals starring up to 100 students
Oversaw all personnel, logistics, and production expenses for the entire season of plays
Led crews in design and construction of sets, special effects, and lighting
Education and Special Skills
Boston University, BFA in Theatre Arts (Graduated Spring 2009)
Studied improv at Second City and UCB, trained as a VO actor with national TV spots and a cartoon appearance, familiar with editing software, Movie Magic, Office and Google Docs, so handsome (according to mother)