Program Manager

• Oct 2021 - Present

President / CEO (est 1996)

• Jan 1996 - Present

• Exercise decision-making authority over every phase of the production, directing all creative, legal & financial relationships;• Secure financing, distribution and broadcast agreements;• Vet location agreements;• Manage and control budgets, financial reporting, cash flow, hot costs and financing drawdown schedule serving as the primary contact for financial and distribution entities;• Negotiate bank interim financing. Re-paid bank loan 6 months early saving money on interest;• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the production team, providing continuous, personal and on-set consultation with the director and other key creative personnel;• Creatively involved in the final shooting script and final edit in post production;• Collaborate in a meaningful fashion with the distribution entities (TVA) concerning the marketing and distribution plans for theatrical, broadcast and ancillary markets;• Contract and union negotiations (UBCP);• Negotiate insurance including E & O;• Oversee audit for tax credits (Federal and provincial).

Executive Producer - Outrunners - Feature Film

• Mar 2020 - Aug 2021

Payroll & 2nd Assist Prod Accountant - The Last of Us

• Apr 2021 - Jun 2021

The Last of Us - Is set in the post-apocalyptic United States, the game tells the story of survivors Joel and Ellie as they work together to survive their westward journey across what remains of the country to find a possible cure for the modern fungal plague that has nearly decimated the entire human race. The Last of Us - Is set in the post-apocalyptic United States, the game tells the story of survivors Joel and Ellie as they work together to survive their westward journey across what remains of the country to find a possible cure for the modern fungal plague that has nearly decimated the entire human race.

Executive Assistant to President and CEO

• Apr 2014 - Nov 2015

Active behind the scenes partner to the President, CEO and senior level management contributing to both the administrative side, day-to-day business operations and long term business development planning and corporate branding. Duties include but not limited to: *Design corporate logo working with a graphic designer for parent company (HC Group) and three subsidiaries (HC Distribution, HC Canines, HC Properties);*Assist write and design investor package seeking funding for Calgary franchise rights for a high end Doggie Daycare franchise called Dogtopia. Four stores to be open by 2019;*Manage corporate communications including launching corporate web site by the end of January 2015. Manage 7 rental properties in Scottsdale, AZ using VRBO (Vacation Rental by Owner) liaising with a real estate agent, cleaning company, and concierge service if necessary;*Work with bookkeeper and accountant to complete Canadian and US year end;*Own and manage President/CEO calendar and book travel domestic and international travel.*Research, prioritize, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Provides clear and direct communication between internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with senior management staff.

Coordinator, Registrations for PPCLI (Princess Patrica's Canadian Light Infantry)

• Jul 2014 - Aug 2014

Hire and Manage a team of 15 civilian registration staff and liaise with Canadian Military to assist and serve over 10,000 guests a day for a 5 day centennial celebration. The highlight was issuing tickets and seating 2,660 attendees for the formal Centennial Dinner/Dance at the Northland's coliseum, one of the largest formal sit down meals in Edmonton's history. The registration desk was the communications center and centennial celebration epicenter that distributed information, tickets to all events, and provide 5 star customer service to dignitaries, soldiers and civilians as enter the Better Ol'​ Pavillion that hosted two large stages indoor and outdoor, historical displays of tanks and trucks representing all battalions and wars the PPCLI fought in since 1914. In Calgary I worked directly with the PPCLI archivist at the military museum collecting archival material to be used in the Better Ol'.

Coordinator-Broadcast Services

• Apr 2013 - Aug 2013

• Own and seamlessly coordinate production and QC for all media on super board and super screens (x5 on park), including Grandstand, Agrium and Rope Square;• Liaise with 3rd party production houses and sound studios for video production and voice over narration for all attractions on park including but limited to: BMO (Western Oasis), Casino, Stampede Lottery, Super Dogs, Bell Aqua Tank…• Work closely with with Calgary Stampede sponsorship and marketing departments to obtain sponsorship scripts and logos for run of show script and feed for TERIVITA Super board for Rodeo;• Liaise with Rodeo Committee with timing and placement of promotional scripts and commercial breaks (Day 10 only) for Rodeo announcers; • Manage and coordinate 6 still photographers on park ensuring all required photos for every Calgary Stampede department were captured and digitized as per schedule approx. 6000 photos/photographer/day.• Manage all internal and external inquiries for Calgary Stampede trademarked stock footage.

Executive Assistant to Producer

• 2010 - 2010

Working as the Executive Assistant to the Producer I was actively involved in every aspect of the production. Working under tight deadlines I had to be organized, independent and driven by systems that were already established by the Texas production team. The pace was fast and ever evolving. Working as the Executive Assistant to the Producer I was actively involved in every aspect of the production. Working under tight deadlines I had to be organized, independent and driven by systems that were already established by the Texas production team. The pace was fast and ever evolving.

Development Director - Art Works (Outsourcing Department)

• Jan 2007 - Dec 2007

At EA, the Development Director must be able to identify and mitigate risk. They must also be able to take appropriate steps to resolve difficulties, including changes to work methods, technologies, and project schedules. The Development Director takes ownership and sees projects through despite obstacles and challenging circumstances. They possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, recognize and balance priorities, and identify new methods to deal with difficult issues. They learn quickly and are able to apply new concepts, principles, and procedures to maintain a solution-oriented approach while dealing with any challenge that comes their way.As the internal facing Outsourcing Development Director my key roll was to manage fifteen 3D artists responsible for photo likeness digital reproductions of primary assets involved in the production of EA sport franchise titles: NHL, NBA, Madden, March Madness, NBA to name a few. I also provide guidance to multiple departments in relation to the best direction, development, administration and stewardship of resources and capital. Align procedures with 3rd party outsourcing vendors in: India, Hong Kong and Singapore. Coordinate with other managers on overlapping projects. Sign off on delivery pipelines to determine potential production risks and set mitigation plans. Conduct employee performance and development reviews. Keep the production moving according to the timeline to ensure production and delivery dates are met. Participate in postmortems for all departments after project delivery.

SR. Project Manager

• Jan 2006 - Dec 2006

The Digital Film Group now called SKYLAB was was designed from the ground up to provide an environment dedicated to film images and data integrity of the highest quality. Central is positioned to be completely complementary to Vancouver's VFX community. As SR. production manager my key duties were:•Manage multiple overlapping projects, determine potential production risks and set mitigation plans;*Conduct Quality Control and make recommendations to client; •Offer solutions to production and distribution gaps by targeting client’s contractual delivery requirements;•offer proven solutions through our technical services and consultation.

Instructor/Professor

• Sep 2005 - Sep 2006

Instructor of the Film and Television Producing and Production Management (iFilm 200), 2nd year Foundation Program at the The Art Institute. The AI is a post-secondary education institution offering learner-centered, career-focused programs in the applied arts to a diverse and engaged student body. As instructor of iFilm 200 I provided professional experience in areas including film and video technology, editing, marketing, promotion, distribution, business communications, social media and law to second year students. The key job elements were: Design and draft class curriculum; learner-centered instruction; encourage student success, team building exercises; manage the classroom environment; relate industry experiences to learning.

Coordinator for Western Independent Productions (Network)

• Sep 1998 - May 2003

Draft development, license and facility agreements for all Independent Productions west of Toronto. Manage department license and development budgets and accept delivery and contractual compliance for license fee financial draw-downs as per contract. Maintain and update national data base for all independent productions. Participate in monthly national production status reviews. Review delivery materials for every stage of development and production including but not limited to: cost reports, budgets, production schedules, financial structures, CTF applications, promotion and publicity materials, 2nd window license agreements and oversee QC with master control to ensure technical quality and internal acceptance of technical compliance of license agreement. Summary: 500+ hours of independent production and over 50 development agreements raging from CTVs first children’s animated series, D’Myna Leagues, Dramas: Cold Squad, Magician's House and CTVs first feature length documentary, Ice Girls.