Multimedia Producer & Production Manager
Resume:
KEVIN P. CARR
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MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTION MANAGER & PRODUCER
Establish Strong Client Partnerships Produce High-Quality Content
Manage creative branded digital video services for media communications from concept through production. Demonstrated success in strategic project management, creative campaign strategy, publicity, advertising, influencer marketing and strategic management of major multimedia production initiatives for renowned broadcast entities and global clients throughout creative direction, brand content strategy, talent management, video production, post-production, and audience reporting.
Clients include: Nike, Coca-Cola, Samsung, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, L’Oreal, Calvin Klein Collection, Associated Press, Song BMG, Jenny Craig, Nestle, Gatorade, Our/Vodka, Magic Bullet Media, Golin Harris, Edelman, Virgin America, Nickelodeon, Warner Bros., NFL, Blizzard Entertainment, 90 Second, Ogilvy, FleishmanHillard, Rogers & Cowan, Weber Shandwick, ID-PR, PMK-BNC
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Production Manager & Producer, New York/Los Angeles 2017 – Present
Develop and produce entertainment and custom content multimedia assignments. Handle day-to-day activities of production. Estimate and manage production budgets.
Worked directly with directors, editors, designers and talent, ensuring accurate follow through.
Conduct brain-storming / creative sessions for projects with Creative Director, PR, and design teams, reinforcing brand messages and creating demand.
Direct the production of a stories, working with a videographer and photographer to set up interviews, gather video and collect information. Liaison between the crew and the client.
Organize and maintain ENG shoot calendars, spreadsheets, reports and documents, communicating with various departments and clients throughout all stages of production.
Assess internal and external resource availability and assign pre- and post-production tasks accordingly.
THOMSON REUTERS, New York, New York 2016-2017
Production Manager
Oversaw production of all commercial text, video, and picture content lead deals generated by US and London Sales Team. Worked with Content Development Team to assess feasibility and deliverability of ideas. Sourced and collaborated with 3rd-party production houses / companies to produce high-quality content to meet client criteria.
Collaborated with advertising sales, editorial, product and design staff, ensuring assignments were delivered on time and under budget.
Produced and managed 6 global Samsung 360 VR campaign videos landing on Reuters TV and Reuters.com.
Delivered timely updates to sales teams and all stakeholders, resulting in strong communication with client and internal accounting team.
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Video Production Manager & Producer, New York/Los Angeles 2013 – 2016
Managed produced entertainment, editorial, and corporate video assignments.
Facilitated day-to-day activities of ENG production. Estimated and managed $5K-$275K production budgets.
Cross team collaboration with directors, editors, designers and talent ensuring accurate follow through.
Secured interviews and distributed video content to global media outlets, garnering strong video campaign footprint for PR agency client.
ASSOCIATED PRESS, Los Angeles, California 2010 – 2013
Assignments Production Manager & Producer
Provided exceptional leadership for cross-functional creative and technical teams spanning creative and art directors, designers, photographers, interactive developers, copywriters, and editorial staff.
Built commercial video division of AP Images from ground up, including sourcing talent, negotiating vendor relationships, and forging partnerships with freelance content providers.
Developed wholly new, vital revenue stream by introducing products and services that included satellite media tours, electronic press kits (EPK), live streaming, sizzle reels, highlight video packages, media pitching and placement, and audience reporting.
Grew new division into $1.5M business line, generating significant portion of profitability under AP images umbrella. Further boosted profitability 15% by negotiating vendor rates.
Supported sales team in delivering high-volume revenue growth through new product and service lines by facilitating sales pitches, establishing pricing and budgets, and prospecting for new clients.
Directed successful coverage for prominent entertainment venues and media outlets, including Oscars, Grammys, Emmys, Sundance, Comic-Con, movie premieres, and music features.
ON THE SCENE PRODUCTIONS, Los Angeles, California 1999 – 2010
West Coast Production Manager & Producer
Orchestrated all aspects of broadcast production in alignment with client directives, collaborating with internal and external publicity and marketing to create targeted strategies designed to optimize client visibility. Handled both remote and studio direction for satellite media tours for more than 30 television and radio interviews. Delivered projects encompassing a wide variety of events, including film premieres, film junkets, record launches, and celebrity and corporate news coverage.
Increased client brand coverage via promotional campaigns, driving exposure to client branding and message points.
Forged and nurtured strong relationships with high-profile clients, ensuring utmost client satisfaction on complex, demanding projects.
EDUCATION
–Associate of Arts (AA) in Textile Surface Design, Fashion Institute of Technology,
New York, New York
–Completed 2 semesters of coursework in Television & Film Production,
Chapman University, Orange, California
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Entertainment News Production System Microsoft SharePoint Adobe Photoshop Final Cut Pro Adobe Premiere Microsoft Office Suite Concur Episode Salesforce MPEG Streamclip Cision ScheduALL
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