Shannon R. Stanley ***************@*****.*** • 646-***-****
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrstanley/
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Accomplished Production Manager with 15 years of strategic leadership in media and content production, specializing in driving operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and high-impact project delivery. Proven track record of optimizing complex production workflows, managing multi-million dollar budgets, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance organizational efficiency and stakeholder value. CORE COMPETENCIES
-Strategic Project Management and Workflow
Optimization
-Cross-Functional Team Leadership and Collaboration
-Production Scheduling and Timeline Management
-Large-Scale Event & Production Management
-Operational Efficiency and Process Improvement
-Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
-Budget and Resource Allocation
-Risk Mitigation and Quality Assurance
-Digital Tools and Production Platform Expertise
-Multi-Million Dollar Budget Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Done+Dusted, Los Angeles, CA September - December 2023 Line Producer- Henry Louis Gates Presents: Gospel Live!
-Orchestrated end-to-end production management for high-profile live-to-tape event, demonstrating exceptional project coordination and strategic planning
-Managed communication and logistics for 150+ team members, implementing robust tracking systems to ensure seamless cross-functional collaboration
-Led and coordinated 100+ crew members, showcasing advanced scalability and operational management capabilities
-Developed comprehensive event tracking and visibility systems, enhancing executive-level decision-making and project transparency
Audibles/Broadway Video - New York, NY (2020- 2023) Script Manager- Contractor
-Breakdown screenplays in preparation for distribution to actors and support departments prior to recording sessions
-Maintain continuity across all recording dates and sessions
-Virtually record notes associated with all audio sessions
- Remote work across various time zones
RedSummer TV LLC/ITV/Roc Nation/ A&E Television, New York, NY (2019 - 2022) Line Producer/ Field Production Manager - Exposing Parchman
-Strategically managed diverse media portfolio, implementing rigorous resource allocation and performance evaluation methodologies
-Developed and executed detailed production plans with comprehensive logistics, safety, and COVID protocols
-Contributed to 20-30% increase in project profitability through strategic planning and efficient workflow management
-Fostered strong inter-agency relationships and delivered strategic communication across executive and cross-functional teams
Al Jazeera America, New York, NY (2013 - 2016)
Production Manager- New York Office
- Managed financial planning and performance measurement for complex news programming portfolios
-Controlled $2.5M annual budget for 40 documentary film productions, implementing asset usage policies that reduced organizational spending by 4%
-Developed innovative risk mitigation strategies for global news teams, including comprehensive safety and emergency response planning
Shannon R. Stanley ***************@*****.*** • 646-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrstanley/
Rainmaker Entertainment/ Mattel Inc., Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (2012 – 2013) Production Manager Barbie – The Pearl of the Sea- Animated Film – Contract
-Led a team of coordinators in overseeing the progress of 100 animators and CGI artists within the organization’s agile pipeline
-Managed and participated in scrum meetings to monitor project progress and resolve any issues
-Streamlined the production scheduling process to optimize asset flow and enhance communication between internal and external teams
Viacom/ BET, New York, NY (2009 - 2011)
Line Producer- Music Programming
-Negotiated and managed $20M annual budgets for high-profile entertainment and award shows
-Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between production, marketing, and technical teams
-Coordinated complex multimedia project delivery, consistently meeting timeline and budget constraints SKILLS
- Live event coordination and management
- Team leadership and scaling operations
- Cross-functional partnership building
- Budget management and financial oversight
- Risk assessment and safety protocol implementation
- Production tracking and workflow improvements
- Stakeholder communication and reporting
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Production Platforms:
-Monday.com, CVent, Asana, EP Budgeting, Movie Magic
-Basecamp, Microsoft Office Suite
Digital Tools:
-Adobe Suite, HootSuite, Canva, Premiere, Figma/Shotgrid
-Meta & TikTok Advertising Platforms
-Post-Production Software: Nuke, PFtrack, Matchmover EDUCATION
- Diploma, 3D Animation and Visual Effects, Vancouver Film School
- Bachelor of Science, Merchandising Management, Michigan State University