Rachael Brandon
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Professional working proficiency
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Portuguese Elementary proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Level One: Account Mastery Training Series
Mirren Business DevelopmentOct, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Create a Brand Strategy
LinkedInFeb, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
How to Successfully Lead a PMO
LinkedInFeb, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Open Water Diver
PADIOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Yelp Elite
YelpJan, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Zumba Instructor
ZumbaNov, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Movement Strategy
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United States
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Advertising Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Lead Project Manager
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Aug 2023 - Present
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Project Manager
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Apr 2022 - Aug 2023
• Managed cross-functional teams and social media retainer projects for high-profile clients (Amazon, Bravo, Paramount+, Verizon), overseeing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.• Orchestrated tasks in Asana with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring clear assignments and progress tracking.• Streamlined team communication via Slack, improving collaboration and information sharing.• Conducted onboarding for new team members, freelancers, and partners to ensure efficient collaboration.• Developed and executed staff plans, optimizing resource allocation based on project needs.• Provided real-time updates through daily hot sheets via Slack, keeping teams informed and aligned.• Led internal and cross-functional meetings, fostering collaboration and achieving project objectives.• Oversaw contracting and invoicing processes for influencers, vendors, and freelancers.• Tracked project budgets, burn rates, and financial goals to ensure successful project outcomes and keep burn within a 10% margin.• Initiated individual growth and development projects, aligning with company OKRs.• Explored AI technologies for enhancing project management workflows and efficiency.• Partnered with the Workplace Strategy team and Operations to implement new workflows and technologies.• Played a crucial role in new business pitches, managing tight turnaround timelines, and providing sample budgets and team structures. Show less
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Netflix
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Manager, Production Strategy & Operations (Global PMO)
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Sep 2021 - Apr 2022
• Established and managed the Production Strategy & Operations PMO, including defining strategy, project tracking, and internal communication processes.• Tracked project status and key data for five PS&O teams, overseeing approximately 224 projects.
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Coordinator, Production Strategy & Operations (Global Projects)
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Jan 2021 - Sep 2021
• Co-led Data Prioritization Project, aligning 22 teams on Studio data requirements for effective resource planning.• Managed Production data quality and cross-functional efforts, ensuring accurate project tracking.• Organized cross-functional team offsites, overseeing budgets exceeding $15k.
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Executive Assistant/Coordinator, Production Strategy & Operations
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Oct 2020 - Jan 2021
-Maintained calendar for Director of Production Strategy & Operations, including booking and confirming large cross-functional meetings across multiple time zones-Maintained multiple spreadsheets and logs used to track projects and their status-Coordinated Production Data Prioritization Project, a cross-functional project to align on Studio minimum data requirements-Attended meetings to take and share meeting notes-Kept team documents up to date and organized-Coordinated administrative duties (i.e. processed expense reports, digital filing, etc.)-Managed membership for team email groups-Assisted with team projects and events as needed (offsites, onboarding new hires, team building activities, etc.) Show less
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Executive Assistant/Coordinator, Physical Production - Local Language Originals | LATAM
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Nov 2019 - Oct 2020
• Coordinated workflow offsite and taskforce to align all cross-functional LATAM teams (Content, Production, Post, VFX, BALA, and Production Finance) on the development to delivery workflow• Onboarded productions in Mexico, Colombia and Argentina to production tools and provided trainings to partners• Arranged holiday gifts and start and end of production gifts/swag and treats for our production partners• Provided support to regional production partners as needed (i.e. travel, tool trainings, etc.)• Facilitated onboarding for internal new hires to the Mexico City HQ• Provided administrative support (i.e. managed complex calendars, processed expense reports, digital filing, etc.)• Attended weekly show meetings with production partners to take and share meeting notes Show less
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Creative Assistant, Content - International Originals | Brazil
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Aug 2018 - Nov 2019
-Managed complex calendars for multiple executives, including scheduling internal and external meetings-Coordinated a high volume of international travel -Provided administrative support around processing travel and expense reports, presentations, file management, etc.-Contributed creative insight on prospective and active projects as it pertains to our team strategy-Constructed and manage grids tracking Brazilian writers, directors, actors, below the line talent, and competition-Helped track various production related data (i.e. development and post schedules, script drafts, casting, and cuts)-Participated in daily cross-functional and team meetings (i.e. current, weekend read, marketing, programming, etc.)-Communicated heavily internally and externally-Coordinated logistics / technical set up for content partner meetings-Supported team leaders with ad hoc projects and events Show less
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LA Fitness
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Zumba Instructor
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May 2017 - Dec 2019
-Lead women and men in Latin-based cardio dance fitness -Curated new playlists -Incorporated knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies as well as music, tempo, cueing techniques, and rhythm -Choreographed fitness moves to popular and Zumba music to meet Zumba Fitness, LLC guidelines -Taught dance routines to clients during group class to meet goal of a healthier lifestyle and better fitness -Choreographed and implemented exercise routines associated with music to target specific muscle groups including abdominals, arms and legs Show less
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Echo Lake Entertainment
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Floater / Social Media & Event Coordinator
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Jun 2018 - Jul 2018
-Managed company's social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)-Coordinated corporate events and company outings-Department Floater
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Executive Assistant to Partner/Literary Manager
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Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
-Managed a high volume of incoming / outgoing calls -Submitted clients: staffing, development, OWA/ODAs-Scheduled and maintained calendar for manager, client and internal staff meetings-Established company’s social media presence and achieved growth of nearly 700% in a year-Implemented multi-platform strategy integrating social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) -Coordinated frequent travel arrangements and accommodations for manager and clients-Created both travel and meeting itineraries for manager and clients-Prepared monthly expense reports on behalf of manager for accounting -Created and maintain client booking records to track incoming and outgoing money and commission-Created and process invoices for client payments-Participated in weekly training program focused on discovering new talent-Coordinated company social events i.e. retreats, team-building activities, holiday parties-Received "Special Thanks" credit in SAND CASTLE (Netflix) from director client for coordinating travel and assisting during post-production Show less
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Friedman Personnel Agency
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Temporary Receptionist
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Nov 2015 - Dec 2015
-Worked reception for production companies and agencies [i.e. OddLot Entertainment (now Madison Wells), Jerry Bruckheimer Films, and Special Artists] -Handled multi-line phones -Greeted high profile clientele and visitors -Assisted with general office duties -Distributed daily mail -Worked reception for production companies and agencies [i.e. OddLot Entertainment (now Madison Wells), Jerry Bruckheimer Films, and Special Artists] -Handled multi-line phones -Greeted high profile clientele and visitors -Assisted with general office duties -Distributed daily mail
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Flame Ventures LLC
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Entertainment
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Production & Development Intern
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Feb 2015 - Oct 2015
-Wrote extensive coverage -Participated in pre-production, production, and post-production of Blood & Oil (ABC / ABC Studios) -Assembled pitch presentations and visual treatments -Compiled a weekly document of new IP from various sources -Assisted with administrative duties for Tony Krantz and VP of Production and Development Drew Comins -Wrote extensive coverage -Participated in pre-production, production, and post-production of Blood & Oil (ABC / ABC Studios) -Assembled pitch presentations and visual treatments -Compiled a weekly document of new IP from various sources -Assisted with administrative duties for Tony Krantz and VP of Production and Development Drew Comins
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Ulta Beauty
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Beauty Advisor & Lead Cashier
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Jul 2013 - Aug 2015
Seasonal worker for two years, worked part-time since July 2014. -Ensured that each guest receives outstanding guest service by providing a guest friendly environment which included greeting and acknowledging every guest, maintaining outstanding standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of guest service. -Oversaw and authorized guest returns, exchanges, merchandise credits, check authorization, charge sends, rain checks and discretion discounts (i.e. competitive, employee sales, etc.); assured the completion of all POS transactions and the proper control of all cash and media at the POS registers according to company policies and procedures. -Responsible for assisting in training of new cashiers and cross-training of other associates. -Responsible for assisting in the preparation of daily deposits, change and media. -Ensured compliance of company policies, procedures and practices; and supported Company loss prevention efforts. -Oversaw the productivity, breaks and daily scheduling of all cashiers and communicated performance issues to management. -Assisted in providing guest service, floor moves, housekeeping, display maintenance and replenishing merchandise as needed. Show less
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DiGa Vision LLC
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Greater New York City Area
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Production & Development Intern
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Jan 2014 - May 2014
-Covered Executive Assistant's desk as needed, answering phone calls and receiving any messages -Researched, analyzed, and presented industry trends, casting options, and sizzle reel footage -Contributed to brainstorm sessions for new show ideas (reality & scripted) -Logged and transcribed footage for "Strange Medicine" (Univision) and "The Kelly Cutrone Project" (CW Seed) -Completed music EDL spreadsheets -Data entry of cast and crew working expenses/PC -PA on set as needed -Created digital resume and contact database through Google Docs, and organized hardcopy database. -Fulfilled administrative duties including filing, scanning, etc. Show less
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Park Pictures
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New York, NY
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Production Intern
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Sep 2013 - Dec 2013
-Assisted with creation (director's treatments) -Worked alongside producers, production coordinators, and agencies during pre-production period -Set PA as needed -Assisted feature division with script coverage -Assisted features HOP with research (i.e. box office numbers, Nielsen reports, budgets, comps, casting, scouting research, etc) -Assisted with creation (director's treatments) -Worked alongside producers, production coordinators, and agencies during pre-production period -Set PA as needed -Assisted feature division with script coverage -Assisted features HOP with research (i.e. box office numbers, Nielsen reports, budgets, comps, casting, scouting research, etc)
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Education
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New York University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Film & TV Production -
Bucketlist Bombshells Academy
Brand Strategy, Graphic Design, Social Media Management, Web Design -
Suffolk University
Public Relations & Communications -
La Costa Canyon High School
Golden State Seat Merit Diploma