Location Manager Project Management

SAMUEL JOHNSON

Ellenwood, GA *****

678-***-****, **************@*****.***

PROFILE

Experienced Location Manager with over 15 years in the film and television production industry, leading cross-functional teams, managing complex projects, and overseeing logistics in fast- paced environments. Proven ability to handle budgeting, contract negotiations, team leadership, and scheduling, with a focus on operational efficiency. Strong background in strategic planning, vendor management, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Ready to leverage these transferable skills into management and senior administrative roles. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Project Management & Leadership: Directed and managed teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring smooth operations across multiple productions.

• Budgeting & Financial Oversight: Skilled in managing production budgets and negotiating contracts to optimize financial resources.

• Logistics & Operations: Expertise in planning, scheduling, and coordinating transportation, security, and site management for large-scale projects.

• Vendor & Stakeholder Relations: Negotiated with vendors, securing services within budget constraints while maintaining high-quality standards.

• Strategic Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex logistical and personnel issues swiftly and effectively.

• Team Collaboration & Communication: Led multidisciplinary teams to achieve seamless project execution, fostering strong collaboration among departments. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Location Management

July 2010 – May 2024

Led location management and production logistics for feature films, TV series, and commercial projects, with responsibilities including site scouting, budget management, contract negotiation, and overseeing crew operations.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully organized a same day film production move to another location due to a cancellation.

• Negotiated contracts for filming locations to come in 35% under budget.

• Directed on-site operations, securing essential services such as transportation and security for smooth execution.

• Coordinated package receiving and distribution for major film studio to ensure safety during the pandemic.

SELECTED PRODUCTIONS & ROLES

Location Manager

• POP Media (2025) - Schlage Lock & Home Protection, Commercial

• One Spoon of Chocolate (2024) – One Spoon LLC (Interim)

• CTRLE Production (2024) – Walmart, Commercial

• York Productions (2023) – UPS, Commercial

• SLMBR Party (2023) – Ebay Motors, Commercial

• A Madea Homecoming (2021) – Tyler Perry Studios Netflix Feature Key Assistant Location Manager

• Divorce In The Black (2023) – Tyler Perry Studios

• Average Joe: Season 1 (2023) – BET+

• Legacies: Season 4 (2022) – Warner Brothers

• P-Valley: Season 2 (2021-2022) – STARZ

Assistant Location Manager

• Satisfaction: Season 1 (2014) – USA Network

• The Walking Dead:3 Seasons (2011 - 2013) – AMC Studios EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Covid-19 Compliance Officer Certification

References available upon request.

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