LaDon Sturgeon
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Experience
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Open to Opportunities/Self Employed
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Consumer Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Producer/Content Creator
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Aug 2023 - Present
Creating social media/YouTube content for several clients
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Sir Isaac Publishing
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United States
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Financial Services
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Executive Producer and Production Manager (Video/Design)
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Apr 2022 - Aug 2023
• Produced over 100 productions, 300+ videos, 3,000+ minutes, 500+ edits in 2.5 years as a team of 1 • Revenue exceeded $75 Million during a pandemic year • Manage global video productions for 25+ clients • Directed cast of 40 actors/actresses • Budget range up to $100,000 • Adobe Premiere Editor / Jr. Animator
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Executive Producer
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Oct 2019 - Aug 2023
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL • Produced over 100 productions, 300+ videos, 3,000+ minutes, 500+ edits in 2.5 years as a team of 1 • Revenue exceeded $75 Million during a pandemic year • Manage global video productions for 25+ clients • Directed cast of 40 actors/actresses • Budget range up to $100,000 • Adobe Premiere Editor / Jr. Animator
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Marketing Associate / Project Management
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May 2019 - Oct 2019
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
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Freelance Video Producer
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Jan 2010 - May 2019
Responsibilities include the development and production of reality-based programming, national/local commercials, and corporate communications. I’ve had the privilege to work for a variety of high profile companies such as: E!, CNBC, BBC, MTV, NBA, ESPN, @Radical Media, Sirens Media, Inside Edition, Arnold Shapiro Productions, A&E, Golf Channel, Lifetime, INE Entertainment, PGA TOUR Experiences, Travel Channel, SharedLABS, etc... Positions held range from Creative Strategist… Show more Responsibilities include the development and production of reality-based programming, national/local commercials, and corporate communications. I’ve had the privilege to work for a variety of high profile companies such as: E!, CNBC, BBC, MTV, NBA, ESPN, @Radical Media, Sirens Media, Inside Edition, Arnold Shapiro Productions, A&E, Golf Channel, Lifetime, INE Entertainment, PGA TOUR Experiences, Travel Channel, SharedLABS, etc... Positions held range from Creative Strategist, Social Media Manager, Producer, Production Manager, Production Coordinator, Story AP, Location Manager, Grip, Marketing Coordinator, etc... Show Credits include but not limited to Travel Channel's "Food Paradise", Verizon's Go90 "Top Grier", E! Entertainment News, CNBC "The Profit", ESPN "30 For 30: Tonya and Nancy", Golf Channel "Feherty", A&E "Beyond Scared Straight", Smithsonian Channel " Forensics First", OWN "Lovetown USA" , NBA "92 All-Star Game", Lifetime "I’m Getting Married", MTV " 90’s Are All That and Campus Invasion" Show less
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Affinitiv Advertising
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Copywriter
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Apr 2018 - Feb 2019
Fort Myers, Florida Area - Develop creative content for Tier 3 automotive advertising industry - Write high volume content for all media types including television, radio, social media, SEO landing pages, e-blasts, website content, blogs - Write digital and traditional content for roughly 200 dealerships/33 brands nationwide - Direct art for all mediums - Creative, conceptual thinker with the ability to write in different styles - Responsible for theme lines, web videos and client presentations - SEO… Show more - Develop creative content for Tier 3 automotive advertising industry - Write high volume content for all media types including television, radio, social media, SEO landing pages, e-blasts, website content, blogs - Write digital and traditional content for roughly 200 dealerships/33 brands nationwide - Direct art for all mediums - Creative, conceptual thinker with the ability to write in different styles - Responsible for theme lines, web videos and client presentations - SEO landing pages and blogs utilizing Google AdWords and SEMrush Show less
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Secret Golf, Inc.
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United States
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Producer / Writer / FCP Jr. Editor / Project Manager
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Jun 2014 - Mar 2017
Jacksonville, FL • “Secret Golf with Steve Elkington” seasons 1 - 3 • Winner of 6 Telly Awards • Developed and managed content from concept creation to final edit for 3 seasons of national award winning sports reality show “Secret Golf with Steve Elkington” • Created and wrote original story lines using fresh content and multimedia elements for pictorial continuity • Managed 48 network reality shows from conception to final edit • Created final products that meet broadcast standards and/or… Show more • “Secret Golf with Steve Elkington” seasons 1 - 3 • Winner of 6 Telly Awards • Developed and managed content from concept creation to final edit for 3 seasons of national award winning sports reality show “Secret Golf with Steve Elkington” • Created and wrote original story lines using fresh content and multimedia elements for pictorial continuity • Managed 48 network reality shows from conception to final edit • Created final products that meet broadcast standards and/or specific client website specifications • Managed communication with networks, freelance crews, and post facilities to ensure the highest quality • Was responsible for metadata spreadsheets, rundowns, master scripts, materials for closed captioning, broadcast deliverables • Other key roles included Field Producer, Production Manager, Offline Junior Editor, Writer, Researcher Show less
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Fanatics
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United States
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Copywriter
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Oct 2015 - Feb 2016
* Created original detailed product descriptions of MLB, NFL, NHL, NBA, NASCAR products for Fanatics managed websites * Generated original copy that resulted in effective and compelling communication that transcended into sales * Developed and maintained a clear and consistent brand voice
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Producer
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Jun 2012 - Nov 2013
Production Management, Travel Coordinator, Office management, Field Producer, Writer, Talent search and casting, Billing/Invoicing with QuickBooks • Developed and managed technical content from concept creation to final edit for educational and training videos for the railroad industry • Oversaw preproduction, production, and post-production • Collaborated in the creative design and media production process • Created project proposals and budgets ranging up to $60,000 •… Show more Production Management, Travel Coordinator, Office management, Field Producer, Writer, Talent search and casting, Billing/Invoicing with QuickBooks • Developed and managed technical content from concept creation to final edit for educational and training videos for the railroad industry • Oversaw preproduction, production, and post-production • Collaborated in the creative design and media production process • Created project proposals and budgets ranging up to $60,000 • Determined proper technical graphics that enhanced visual content • Created and maintained a library system • Prepared production notes, scripts, and storyboards while coordinating casting and scheduling • Other key roles included Production Management, Travel Coordinator, Office management, Field Producer, Technical Writer, Talent search and casting, QuickBooks accounting • Client list includes: CSX, Norfolk Southern, Genesee & Wyoming, Harsco Show less
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PGA TOUR
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Producer II
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Jan 2003 - Nov 2009
Developed marketing campaigns for a variety of Fortune 500 clients. Used an integrated approach to create balanced programs for clients to build their respective brands and businesses. • Developed the creative execution of advertising campaigns, television commercials, PSAs, promos, marketing internal and external communications, and charity initiatives • Created and wrote original content across all media platforms • Developed lines of communication and relationships with clients and… Show more Developed marketing campaigns for a variety of Fortune 500 clients. Used an integrated approach to create balanced programs for clients to build their respective brands and businesses. • Developed the creative execution of advertising campaigns, television commercials, PSAs, promos, marketing internal and external communications, and charity initiatives • Created and wrote original content across all media platforms • Developed lines of communication and relationships with clients and various PGA TOUR departments to ensure efficient execution of projects and brand message • Led the complete production process, from conceptualization to completion • Generated and operated within production budgets ranging up to $750,000 • Coordinated field productions as Producer, Director, and various crew positions • Produced edit, audio, voiceover talent, and graphic sessions • Junior editor using AVID Media Composer, Symphony, and FCP • Other key roles included Field Producer, Production Manager, Offline Junior Editor, Writer, Researcher • Client list includes, but not limited to: Charles Schwab, Bridgestone, UBS, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Cialis, Nationwide, Vitamin Water, Verizon, Buick, EDS, Wyndham, Jani King, Zurich, CA, Allianz, Southern Company, Viking, Rolex, Perry Ellis, Shriners, WGV, Barclays, Wendy’s, Valero Energy, Humana Show less
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Sound Engineer/Production Sound Mixer, Grip, Producer, Editor
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Aug 1998 - Aug 2001
Freelance: Responsibilities include taking on various roles in production. “In and Out” feature film - DUALITY PRODUCTIONS - Sound Engineer/Production Sound Mixer “The Sound” documentary - FUSION FILMS - Sound Engineer/Production Sound Mixer “Springing in the Blues” - CITY OF JAX BCH - Production Sound Mixer/Boom Operator Arena Football - AT&T BROADBAND – Grip “Music Sounds Better with You” doc. - FISH FILMS – Producer “Blue Grass with a Kick in the Ass” doc. - FISH FILMS… Show more Freelance: Responsibilities include taking on various roles in production. “In and Out” feature film - DUALITY PRODUCTIONS - Sound Engineer/Production Sound Mixer “The Sound” documentary - FUSION FILMS - Sound Engineer/Production Sound Mixer “Springing in the Blues” - CITY OF JAX BCH - Production Sound Mixer/Boom Operator Arena Football - AT&T BROADBAND – Grip “Music Sounds Better with You” doc. - FISH FILMS – Producer “Blue Grass with a Kick in the Ass” doc. - FISH FILMS – Producer “The Performance” feature film - MOGGWAY 9 PRODUCTION - Boom Operator/PA OPPENHEIMER CAMERA - Administrative Assistant SF INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL - Sales Representative SF VIDEO - Graphic Designer DUB EXPRESS - Labeler VMS - Linear Video Editor Show less
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Education
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Academy of Art University
BFA, MOTION PICTURE TELEVISION -
American Conservatory Theater
Certificate, Acting -
Florida State College--Jacksonville
AA, General Education