KATHLEEN BURNS

*** ***** *** ***. ***, NEW YORK, NY 10282 - 213-***-**** - ad4hir@r.postjobfree.com

Executive Producer and Production Executive with extensive experience in production and post: digital media, television (multi- camera non-scripted and scripted series, stage productions, live news, sports), commercials and branded content. Business Strategist, Creative Development and Project Manager. Proficient communicator, collaborator, team builder. Excellent industry relationships. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER / EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION – THE DARK ZONE NETWORK (January 2020- present)

* Executive Producer / Director of live digital series from some of the most haunted locations in the world: Queen Mary, Conjuring House, Lizzie Borden Murder House, LAPD Museum / Highland Park Police Station, Balgonie Castle (Scotland)

* Managed all aspects of post-production including supervision of producers, editors, vendors and client relationships resulting in increased client satisfaction and project success for numerous series

* Oversaw project budgets from inception to completion resulting in improved profit margins

* Built proactive partnerships and negotiated procurement of over 300 hours of paranormal-themed content for network launch and international broadcast distribution

* Guided the development of technical and operational workflows to ensure consistent quality and efficient operations

* Led the team to create live-interactive pay-per-view event which resulted in positive audience engagement and a 510% ROI

* Worked with corporate ad sales teams and producers to create integrated branded opportunities, created pitch decks and bids EXECUTIVE PRODUCER / EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION – CABANA 512 PRODUCTIONS (January 2017- present)

* ”Conscious Life Live” Executive Producer of live event multi-continent digital series and post; Remote guests from Egypt to India and in-house presenters, musical performances; managed creation of direct-to-consumer OTT digital platform for livestream

* “Ungloved” “America’s Next Top Fighter” (FUBO / BKFC) Created format, production logistics plan and budget for upcoming series

* “SpySport” (SpySport Industries) – Client facing lead responsible for pitch/project procurement; manager of in-person marketing events providing creative solutions integrating luxury brands

* Teragram Ballroom - Supervised live streaming music festival (performances by Silversun Pickups, Dead Sara, Filter, Beasto Blanco) EXECUTIVE PRODUCER / EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION – “28 DAYS HAUNTED” – NETFLIX / MAK PICTURES

* Created production plan, budgeted and on-location production supervisor for Netflix series. Managed multiple teams/ heads of departments across three locations and substantial company move

* Negotiated talent, crew and vendor deals; oversaw technical operations

* Responsible for creative and financial reporting to network partners – guided cost reduction that increased company’s profit margin from 10% to 24%

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER / EXECUTIVE PRODUCER – KINETIC CONTENT (March 2010-January 2017)

* Setup infrastructure of start-up production company and oversaw production, post, finance and legal

* Executive Producer of such broadcast series as “Betty White’s Off Their Rockers” (NBC), “The Taste” (ABC), “Married at First Sight”

(FYI/Lifetime), “Geeks Who Drink” (SyFy), “Little Women” (FYI/Lifetime), “You Deserve It” (ABC), “Seven Year Switch” (FYI)

* Curated relationships with talent such as Betty White, Anthony Bourdain, Zachary Levi, Nigella Lawson, Kobe Bryant, Lady Gaga

* Managed all aspects of post-production, including supervision of producers, talent, editors, vendors and client relationships

* Collaborated with internal heads of departments and heads of studios/networks to generate revenue, strategize new projects, and cultivate client relationships leading to business growth and increased profitability

* Led company growth to $100m revenue; managed six-year growth to 60,000 square feet / 300 employees

* Created and oversaw budgets from inception to completion, fostered strong vendor relationships, collaborated with producers and production to increase profit margins from 10% to 25% while maintaining quality

* Negotiated network and talent contracts, coordinated with business affairs/legal to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies; created company employee handbook; created company mentorship for aspiring producers/managers VICE PRESIDENT OF PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS – PILGRIM FILMS AND TELEVISION (April 2004-February 2010)

* Setup infrastructure of small production company and led growth to most prolific provider of non-scripted content in cable tv

* Supervised all aspects of production and post for over 55 broadcast series including “The Ultimate Fighter” (Spike), “Dirty Jobs”

(Discovery), “American Chopper” (Discovery), “Ghost Hunters” (SyFy), “Out of the Wild: Alaska” (Discovery), “American Ninja Warrior” (G4), “My Fair Wedding” (WE), “Master of Dance” (TLC), “Girl Meets Cowboy” (WE), “Greensburg” (Discovery)

* Fostered strong vendor relationships resulting in opportunities for 20% cost savings

* Negotiated contracts, coordinated with business affairs/legal to ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, union rules, health/safety; maintained relationships with networks executives and agents

* Led growth of company from $3M revenue to $200M revenue and subsequent major acquisition deal by Lionsgate POST PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

* Directed and led the post-production team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality work while maintaining effective communication across departments and ensuring adherence to financial targets: Worst Case Scenario (Sony/TBS), Ripley’s Believe it or Not!

(Sony/TBS), Hard Copy (syndication), I Survived a Disaster (Vin/ABC)

* Oversaw all aspects of post-production for Laser-Pacific VFX; supervised DaVinci color correct sessions

* Supervised on-line sessions at post-production houses Matchframe and Alpha Dogs, audio mix sessions at Post Logic, Wildwood PRODUCTION MANAGER

*Managed heads of departments, oversaw budgets for commercials and events (domestic and international commercials involving travel, set construction, VFX, stunts, celebrities, animation integration) for Ridley Scott, HKM, Epoch Films, among others ON-AIR GRAPHICS / PRODUCER Live Broadcast Sports, News, 2 x Olympics Games - for CNN, Turner, Fox Sports, ABC, ESPN, CBS, IOC, MLB, Prime

*Hundreds of live sporting events in venues all over the world KEY SKILLS AND PROFICIENCIES

* Business Development * Budget Management * Client Relationship Management

* Growth Strategies * Revenue Generation * Compliance and Legal Oversight

* Contract Negotiations * Project Management * Talent Curation

* Video Post – Production * Operational Efficiency * Team Leadership and Mentoring

* Studio Operations * Live Sports and Events * Stakeholder Reporting Bachelor of Science – Broadcast Journalism and Communications – University of Florida

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