Manager, Post Production

• Sep 2023 - Present

Manager, Post Production & Operations

• Mar 2016 - Nov 2022

Oversaw all aspects of post-production for scripted and unscripted projects produced under the Stage 13 banner comprising of long form series for broadcast networks and major streaming platforms, award-winning web series, short-form digital content and docuseries. Hired, trained and mentored team members across Post-Production and Operations, defining clear expectations and designing workflows for all projects while ensuring seamless deliveries to both Stage 13’s online platform, streamers and broadcast networks. Expertly negotiated deals with post-production personnel and vendors. Managed & Onboarded cloud management and file sharing systems like: Aspera, Wiredrive, Frame.io, Dropbox, Box, Amazon S3 buckets, Okta (two-factor authentication), Google Drive and Pix. Show less

Technical Supervisor

• Mar 2015 - Jun 2016

Designed, developed and implemented workflows for broadcast and post-production systems. Managed media assets and administered security and application upgrades for Avid Nexus, servers and storage. Maintained and received daily live fiber transmissions from Atlanta, Dallas and Los Angeles for post-production use on a daily show. Provided technical support of Avid editing systems and workflow, which encompassed: Nexus storage system, off-net servers, workstations, media storage, major applications and plug-ins. Rendered technical support for graphics VFX, color correction, IT and end-product file creation for Aspera digital media delivery. Utilized Linux, Windows, Mac operating systems; integrated, maintained and upgraded equipment related to ancillary SAN connected hardware (GFX Software, etc.). Provided team leadership by training, mentoring, and coordinating the work of others, and developing engineering guidelines/SOP's for departmental usage and workflow. Show less

Director Of Post-Production & Operations

• May 2014 - Mar 2015

In charge of daily operations and workflow between Los Angeles, Miami, Denver and New Jersey, including the management of teams in Los Angeles and Miami.Restructured and revamped Post-Production and Operations teams, enhancing internal efficiencies and strengthening relationships with the National Operations Center (NOC and other NBCUniversal business units and networks.Oversaw electronic delivery of all program material including master shows for broadcast.Created standard operating procedures in editing, media management and broadcast operations. Successfully converted the network from standard definition to Hi definition broadcasting, which included changing and redesigning creative workflows in post-production. Produced and edited weekly billboards, tune-ins and custom promos for on-air for sales team.Created original vignettes and pod busters from footage provided by producers and clients.Built and managed team of 12+ members across, Post-Production, and Broadcast Operations, delivering content on time by creating organized workflows, providing feedback and leading.Fostered productive team culture, with emphasis on mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth.Restructured Post-Production and Operations teams, enhancing internal efficiencies and strengthening relationships with National Operations Center (NOC) and other business units/networks under the NBCUniversal banner. Show less

Media Manager/ Post Production Supervisor

• Jun 2011 - May 2014

Oversaw all post-production and media management for both West coast and East coast production. Daily work consisted of maintaining the workflow design I created using Avid Interplay. Point on all delivery of shows and assets for all departmental needs including: Acquisitions, On-Air Promotions, Digital, Press, Marketing and Music Programming.

Integrated Marketing Solutions Editor/Production Editor

• Apr 2007 - Jun 2011

Produced client re-caps of marketing events and programming wrap-ups including sizzle reels. Produced weekly billboards, tune-ins and custom promos for On-Air Department. Created original vignettes and pod busters from footage provided by producers. Collaborated closely with producers, production managers, VO talent, VJ's, script writers, Graphics team, and sales account executives to produce and edit all deliverables.

Producer

• 2000 - 2008

Produced, shot and edited all Interviews for Web based content and DVD releases. The show, which also includes DJ Revolution mixing on the 1’s and 2’s, is best known for its exclusive access to cutting edge hip-hop music and its innovative format. Additionally, the show is widely recognized as a springboard for rising stars and has had a number of upcoming hip-hop icons on the show early in their respective careers, such as Notorious B.I.G., The Wu-Tang Clan, Tupac, Jay Z, Kanye West and, most notably, Eminem, who was signed by Dr. Dre’s Aftermath imprint as a result of his weekly slot rapping on the show. Show less

Part Time Instructor: Department of Communication Studies

• Feb 2004 - Dec 2005

Under supervision, I performed comprehensive instructional support services for the Communication Studies Department, including support for faculty and student (both undergraduate and graduate) lab, research, presentation, and production activities. Was responsible for the management of widely diverse equipment systems operations of the Communication Studies’ various disciplines and programs. These systems include video and motion picture production facilities and equipment, post-production facilities and equipment, audio facilities and equipment, the Campus Cable Channel’s broadcasting system, and various specialized departmental audiovisual presentation systems. Show less

Student assistant, Department of Communication Studies

• 2003 - 2004

Assisted students in postproduction labs, monitor lab use, maintain equipment inventory, manage equipment check out and returns, troubleshoot Mac applications, install and test software and hardware, respond to simple equipment trouble calls, assist faculty in setting up simple A/V equipment, and help to install newly acquired equipment.

Editor

• 2004 - 2005

Cut news packages for TRL on FCP Cut news packages for TRL on FCP

Intern

• 2003 - 2003

Odd jobs and answered phones. Odd jobs and answered phones.