Experience

LDM Worldwide Corp
• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Crewing Coordinator

  • Jan 2023 - Present


Tupelo Honey

• United States
• Restaurants
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Production Crewing & Travel Coordinator

  • Oct 2012 - Jan 2023

  Successfully staff and manage 200+ events annually (1K-40K attendees). Interview, negotiate, and hire experienced Independent Contractors to ensure outstanding execution for televised events. Negotiate hotel room blocks. Reserve and coordinate all travel (air, hotel, rental cars, etc.) for production/technical crew. Update Independent Contractor data base including budgeting, payroll, and event details. Audit event charges and check for discrepancies which resulted in an annual savings of $5K



ESPN

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 700 & Above Employee

• Production Crewing & Travel Coordinator

  • Mar 2011 - Apr 2013

  Initiated, researched, and obtained refund of $150K from telephone vendors. Hired and crewed over 1000+ Independent Contractors for ESPN events (including College Football and College Basketball). Successfully matched skills needed for each event with Independent Contractors (i.e., technical acumen, sports knowledge) resulting in a positive event outcome. Negotiated rates and payment terms to comply with budget parameters. Provided critical event information to onsite Operations Manager. Improved ESPN reputation for being a timely payer by establishing and expediting process for closing out events. Designated as the "Go to Person" for questions and training on Sabre Flight system.



Wheeler Television Inc.

• Production and Travel Manager

  • May 2007 - Aug 2010

  Initiated, led, and managed an in-house travel agency which dramatically reduced company travel costs. Worked closely with Operations Manager to establish production needs and staff requirements. Managed event budgets up to $150K and saved an average of 30% per event. Hired, managed and negotiated daily rates for 60+ remote crews for CBS and Speed Channel. Wrote employment agreements for Independent Contractors identifying all compensation and event details. Attended and provided onsite event supervision. Planned and coordinated air and ground trasnportation in Sabre Flight System.