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Jimmy Castor, Jr.

Creative Director & General Manager

ad4hz6@r.postjobfree.com • 310-***-****

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-castor-jr-11747020 /• LA, CA Areas of Expertise

• Creative Direction

• Team Leadership

• Strategic Planning

• Project Management

• Creative Strategy

• Continuous Improvement

• Brand Development

• Product Development

• Visual Communication

Professional Experience

Freelance - Los Angeles, CA

Film/Video Editor - Editor Reel:

https://vimeo.com/839913584/a6ad9612e4?share=copy

Photographer https://vimeo.- com/Portfolio: 839916668/0285d49178?share=copy 2012 – Present

• Leverage the Adobe Creative Suite to craft visually compelling narratives, enhancing project quality and viewer engagement.

• Edit trailers, promos, and documentaries, crafting captivating visual narratives for effective communication and engagement.

• Recognized as editor of an award-winning documentary short for exceptional storytelling through editing and creative vision.

• Lead and manage diverse photo shoots, crafting compelling visual narratives across multiple genres to boost brand engagement.

• Provide expertise in Photoshop, Lightroom, Camera Raw, and Bridge, delivering edited images that exceed client expectations.

• Source strategic project locations and models, optimizing resources for seamless production and achieving desired visual outcomes. Ice Rink General Manager 2015 – Present

Willy Bietak Productions - Santa Monica, CA

• Enhanced event efficiency through strategic load-in/out coordination.

• Elevated team performance via targeted recruitment, training, and leadership.

• Maintained superior rink conditions round-the-clock through expert ice management and equipment operation.

• Strengthened client-Bietak Productions relationships as a key liaison.

• Optimized payroll and amplified marketing impact for clients and Bietak Productions. Band/Tour/Road Manager 2004 – 2012

• Strategically organized worldwide tours, enhancing profitability and operational efficiency.

• Successfully brokered band contracts to optimize financial and artistic opportunities.

• Recruited local talent to enrich band performance and adaptability across venues.

• Elevated band's brand and visibility through strategic marketing and public appearances.

• Ensured seamless travel and accommodations, facilitating smooth tour progression.

• Efficiently managed concert revenues, ensuring accurate collection and financial growth. Page 2 2

Relevant Experience

Production Management • Production • Post Production New York, NY & Los Angeles, CA

• Launched career in NYC, expanding across states, now based in Redondo Beach, CA.

• Versatile in Production, Production Management, and Post Production roles.

• Enhanced visual content quality for LA freelance projects as Editor/Photographer/Retoucher.

• Improved production efficiency as Location Manager for Wily Bietak Productions.

• Boosted client satisfaction as Front Office Manager at The Post Group in Hollywood.

• Drove audience engagement at Panda TV CH53 in Torrance.

• Expertly negotiated and managed film site agreements for MTV Networks in LA.

• Ensured timely project completions as Location Coordinator for MTV Networks in NY.

• Optimized resource allocation for MTV News across NY, LA, and FL.

• Elevated production design quality as Assistant Art Director for MTV News.

• Ensured smooth operations for SNL Location Shoots in New York, NY.

• Coordinated talent for the Apollo Comedy Hour in New York, NY.

• Managed audience dynamics for the Apollo Comedy Hour and Def Comedy Jam.

• Provided critical support to the Executive Producer of Apollo Comedy Hour.

• Directed production coordination efforts in New York, NY, for various companies. Additional Experience

Front Office Specialist

Hospitality - Los Angeles, CA

Apprenticeship in Film Editing

Film Editing Pro - Los Angeles, CA

Apprenticeship in Film Editing

Moviola Education Center - Los Angeles, CA

Education

Associate of Science - Photography

Santa Monica College

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