TOM HURSEY **** Timberridge Rd., Moorpark, CA
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**********@*****.*** . Home 805-***-**** . Cellular 805-***-****
Project Manager / Production Manager (Film-TV / Electronics
Manufacturing)
Dependable MILITARY VETERAN with progressively responsible leadership and
results. Planning / Scheduling / Supervisory skills demonstrated in both
the ENTERTAINMENT / MEDIA, & MANUFACTURING / ELECTRONICS sectors. Recipient
of SUMMIT AWARD as top employee (2005) for major studio accounts such as
FOX, STARZ, WARNER BROTHERS and other minor accounts as well.
"CAN DO" military attitude brings dedication, hard work and efficient
employee who motivates those around
him. Versatile / flexible and willing to tackle any task. Ambitious and
resourceful I have been a key asset to
all companies I work for. "CAN DO" attitude translates to superior employee
who works without supervision,
is willing to learn anything and gets the job done right the first time.
Strives for perfection - settles for
excellence.
Skills
?Turned around several Client accounts (FOX, Warner Brothers, STARZ) from
incorrect and late deliveries
to on time / early deliveries & stronger Studio relations. 11+ years
expertise in Audio / Video formats
and machine use in TV / Film business. Proficient with file work, all
tape formats both in new and old
media types. Integral part of QUALITY ASSURANCE / QUALITY CONTROL team
for all MAJOR studio
programs (Movie features & television programming) prior to public
release.
?Superior quality control / quality assurance for all Studios serviced.
Audio / Video discrepancies caught
prior to airing programs resulting in increased on air time and less
rework for Studios / Post production
processing.
?Progressive responsibilities and leadership demonstrated in various
promotions in the Semiconductor
Manufacturing sector. Installation, monitoring and adherence to Electro
Static Discharge (ESD) program
that lowered defects caused during production. 12 year Manufacturing
career with vertical growth.
Promoted from basic Test Operator to several key positions as company
experienced rapid growth
spurts. Promoted to 6 different positions during career to utilize
abilities and dedication to job.
Experience
DELUXE ENTERTAINMENT, Burbank, CA (2011 to 2012)
QA Senior Production Manager
Responsible for daily production checks of Television / Film in various
media types (tapes/file) to ensure no
rejects or returned material. Also responsible for rejection issues by
major studios (Disney, Starz, Fox, WB)
and replacement / clarification of these issues.
?Responsible for catching many issues prior to shipping content to many
studio entities. Worked with
production and Client services to make checks mandatory prior to
shipping products. Results were
lowered defects & less rejections.
ASCENT MEDIA (purchased by DELUXE in 2011), Burbank, CA (2004 to 2011)
Sr. Account Manager - Client Services
Managed Telecine process for Remastering of feature movie releases.
Includes Audio transfers / laybacks,
ASC3, DRS, QC and duplication through delivery. Interface for FOX studios
dealing with 20+ clients on a
daily basis.
?Received email, phone, and fax requests for Mastering & duplication of
Domestic / International TV and
film orders. Processed orders in XYTECH, providing daily updates to
Clients and resolution of any
problems. Ensured total customer satisfaction through constant updates &
delivery of content on or
before requested due dates.
TECHNICOLOR DIGITAL CINEMA, Burbank, CA (2001 to 2004)
Client Services Project Manager
Responsible for the planning & scheduling of encoding activities for daily
Digital Cinema operations.
Coordinated activities and set work schedules to meet feature release
dates. Interfaced with Studio
representatives to schedule incoming work and provide updates on Features
in progress.
?Supports on site personnel working with many different teams to ensure
quality is adhered to while
overseeing usage of labs and theater systems for Client viewing. Worked
with distribution groups
providing updates & closing out of completed jobs.
VITESSE SEMICONDUCTOR CORPORATION, Camarillo, CA (1989 to 2001)
Various Titles / positions
?During 12 year career at Vitesse held several titles through promotions /
advancements.
Responsible for helping to bring "start up" company to world wide leader
in electronics.
Titles and dates for these various positions:
-Senior Product Expeditor (2000-2001)
Responsible for all aspects of on time delivery to customers. Included
product test
scheduling, process control, ISO9001 adherence.
-Senior Inventory Control Specialist / Lead (1999-2000)
Responsible for spare parts inventory for entire company. Instituted daily
part control
through min/max levels, department feedbacks and improved vendor
relations.
-Test Material Control Coordinator "A" (1997-1999)
Coordinator in charge of instrument calibration and ESD programs. Wrote
technical
manuals for complete ESD system, conducted training, and tracked over 100
stations
requiring monthly checks & repairs to ensure ZERO defects in units
produced.
-Associate Planner (1995-1997)
Generated daily schedule to meet customer shipments for production floor.
Guided
transition between day/night shifts to minimize impact to product flow,
while ensuring
maximum product output daily. Created CROSS TRAINING programs to ensure
coverage between departments resulting in less down time when people out.
Reduced
overtime and improved employee morale were results.
-Test Operator / Senior Test Technician Lead (1989-1995)
First operator in a non Engineering paygrade to be given control of Test
equipment.
Trained all Test Operators after me in policies & procedures for future
company growth.
Wrote technical procedures, conducted monthly inventory audits, tracked
equipment
utilization, created work schedules and provided basic maintenance when
required.
Promoted to lead due to knowledge acquired and leadership skills. Wrote
training
procedures for new employees and setup procedures for all test equipment
to ensure
accurate testing & reduced customer defects. Cross trained with
maintenance group
to help them cover manpower shortages.
Specialized Training
POST PRODUCTION TRAINING, ASCENT MEDIA.
Post Production Management Training, Client Service Relations Training,
XYTECH order placement / Billing / Media systems. Standard and High
definition Audio / Video equipment.
MANUFACTURING TRAINING, VITESSE SEMICONDUCTOR.
MANMAN / Promise / Factory Works inventory systems. ISO 9000/9001, Total
Quality Management (TQM) certified.
EQUIPMENT TRAINING, VITESSE SEMICONDUCTOR / 3M Austin Texas.
Teradyne J953 / J921 / J386, Schlumberger and Aseco test operations systems
certified. Electro Static Discharge (ESD) certified, Emergency evacuation
team leader. Certified Forklift operator.
EDUCATION
A.A. [Moorpark College, Moorpark, CA] 1997
GPA: 3.58, Major GPA: 3.58. (2-3 courses attended per semester, working
full time 40-55 hours a week)