Manager Management

CYNTHIA L. THOMPSON

**** ********* **** • Birmingham, Michigan 48009

248-***-**** • *********@*****.***

Dear Sir/Madam:

I am an innovative film, video and web production management professional with more than 20 years of

experience. I am currently seeking new opportunities in a senior-level production management capacity. My

background includes total oversight of film and video production, including AICP/AICE budgeting, studio and

location shooting, set design, music selection, animation, graphics, voice-overs, and talent and crew management.

I also have extensive experience supervising all facets of post-production. I have been recognized for establishing

and implementing creative strategies that consistently met tight budgetary and scheduling challenges while

maintaining the highest production values.

I have served as Senior Manager of Video Production, Broadcast, and Retail Training and Vice President and

Director of Production, Shows and Events for BBDO Detroit; Executive Producer for Ross Roy; and Senior

Producer and Facilities Coordinator for Maritz Communications. Notable achievements include:

• Producing 3 hours of video for a new interactive, in-dealership, high-definition video program showcasing 28

Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge brand vehicles.

• Organizing the videotaping of Chrysler Employee Vehicle Immersion Day for the new Challenger vehicle,

including oversight of 6 location crews, 4 in-car cameras, and 2 on-site video crews with onsite editing.

• Spearheading and serving as Executive Video Producer for 2 national consumer brand mobile marketing

events (Dodge City and Jeep Mobile Marketing Tour), featuring 28 video elements, a NASCAR simulator video,

and interactive video components.

• Producing more than 20 high-end corporate and promotional films that won numerous regional, national, and

international awards.

I have demonstrated my ability to adapt to changing circumstances, as evidenced by the paradigm shift in

employee training programs to interactive web-based formats. I was able to research new technologies, tailor our

programs to maximize our use of them, and train both in-house staff and freelance Producers in the effective use of

these new methods. In consequence, we were able to meet the changing needs of our clients effectively, while

saving them $250,000 annually.

Please accept this letter and the attached resume as an introduction to my professional experiences and

achievements. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you in person to discuss how my expertise in video/audio/film

and still production, account and staff management, proposal development, product launches, and vendor relations

will add value to your company. Until then, thank you for your time. I look forward to speaking with you soon.

Sincerely,

Cynthia L. Thompson

CYNTHIA L. THOMPSON

1665 Mansfield Road • Birmingham, Michigan 48009

248-***-**** • *********@*****.***

SENIOR-LEVEL PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT

Detail-oriented and innovative production manager and producer with 20 years of experience in production

management, including 10 years in video/film production department of Fortune 500 advertising agency. Possess

demonstrated track record of establishing and implementing creative strategies that meet tight budgetary and

scheduling challenges. Proven ability to confidently oversee all aspects of video and film production and post-

production for training, promotion, event, and web programs, including AICP/AICE budgeting, studio and location

shooting, set design, music selection, animation, graphics, voice-overs, post-production, and talent and crew

management. Background also includes consumer video and documentary program production. Areas of Expertise:

Account Management • Staff Management and Training • Budget Planning and Forecasting • Video, Audio, Film,

and Still Production

Competitive Analysis • Vendor and Client Relations • Contract Negotiations • Proposal Development • Product

Launch Consulting

PROFESSIONAL SYNOPSIS

BBDO DETROIT (subsidiary of OMNICOM), Troy, Michigan

Local arm of New York-based BBDO advertising agency, created to manage Chrysler account. Unit was dissolved

as part of downsizing associated with Chrysler prior to its sale to Fiat.

Senior Manager of Video Production, Broadcast, and Retail Training 2001- 2008

Spearheaded video and web production for new Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicle launches; parts and service

training; and international and events videos and web programs, averaging 100 projects each year. Directed

creative strategies while working within tight budgetary and scheduling guidelines. Determined project scope,

specifications, and quality standards as well as established schedules and pre-production requirements. Produced

5-8 audio and video segments for web programs each year. Participated in team brainstorming sessions for video

and web creative concepts and implementation. Managed 18 staff members and freelance Producers. Developed

and administered $5M budget. Oversaw maintenance of internal agency library and off-site master tape facilities.

• Produced 3 hours of video for new, interactive, in-dealership, high-definition video program showcasing 28

Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge brand vehicles.

• Organized videotaping for national automotive press, executives, and employees for Chrysler Challenger

Immersion Day for new Challenger vehicle, including oversight of 6 location crews, 4 in-car cameras, and 2 on-

site video crews with on-site editing. Coverage included NASCAR driver interviews and on-track driving.

• Produced 2 documentary programs: “Quality By Design – The Chrysler Corporation Story” and “Chrysler

Showcase – Development of Chrysler Sedans.”

• Served as Executive Producer for 15 product launch videos over past 3 years.

Vice President and Director of Production, Shows, and Events 1998-2001

Managed 10 staff members, producing videos for product events, dealer announcement shows, and competitive

comparison training videos for Chrysler Corporation vehicles. Spearheaded and served as Executive Video

Producer for 2 national consumer brand mobile marketing events (Dodge City and Jeep Mobile Marketing Tour),

featuring 28 video elements, NASCAR simulator video, and interactive video components.

ROSS ROY, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Privately owned advertising and marketing agency. Purchased by BBDO.

Executive Producer 1990-1998

Directed production efforts for 3 half-hour, monthly programs as well as annual 5-hour program. Managed $3M

production budget. Served as Producer on high-end image pieces, vehicle launch programs (at least 5 annually),

and consumer videos that won numerous awards.

MARITZ COMMUNICATIONS, Detroit, Michigan

Motivation and rewards company and former production studio for Ford Motor Company.

Senior Producer & Facilities Coordinator Prior-1990

Produced long-format video and film for Ford, Audi and Volkswagen, which included a considerable amount of out-

of-state location filming. Coordinated in-house stage and location production, audio booth and post-production edit

suites.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Telecommunications

Michigan State University

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