Post-Production Project Management

C. Sheldon Smith

New York, NY ***** 917-***-**** ****@**************.*** linkedin.com/in/c-sheldon-smith

Two-time Emmy Award-winning VFX Artist and Post-Production Producer with end-to-end expertise across the production lifecycle, leading brand transformations and integrated campaigns. Skilled in editing, audio mixing, VFX, and content delivery, with a proven ability to manage complex schedules and lead cross-functional teams—including animators, editors, DPs, and photographers. Known for optimizing workflows, delivering high-quality content on time and within budget, and driving efficiency in high-pressure environments. Recognized for technical proficiency, innovative problem-solving, and fostering strong collaboration across stakeholders in competitive media landscapes.

Key Skills

Video Director Ai Prompting Photography Management Production Planning and Scheduling Management and Leadership Graphic-Visual Design and VFX Storytelling and Visual Sense Stakeholder Management Communication and Collaboration Project Management Adaptability, Color-Grading and Audio mixing Media asset Management File-based workflows Mentoring editors

Technical Skills

Autodesk: Flame DaVinci Nuke LucidLink - SaaS n8n Ai Automation Monday.com Adobe: Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop and Lightroom

Professional Experience

Droga5 / Accenture, New York, NY June 2022 - December 2024 Post Production Producer

Oversaw post-production workflows and team management for Commercials, photoshoots, corporate videos, and multimedia campaigns, ensuring seamless project execution and delivery. Leveraged strong organizational skills to track budgets, schedules, and project outcomes.

● Created ballpark bids and schedules while managing file-based workflows to ensure smooth operations.

● Supervised VFX, animation, audio, VO talent, color grading, and editorial production phases to achieve final master deliverables.

● Effectively managed actuals against estimates, wrapping and billing projects on time for Best Buy and Chase, saving 10% in costs.

● Led post-production workflows and team management for multimedia campaigns for Meta and Accenture, ensuring seamless project execution and delivery, which resulted in a 15% increase in project turnarounds.

Malka Media, New York, NY May 2022 - June 2022

Post/Animation Producer, Freelance

Collaborated with stakeholders and post-production teams to meet project milestones and exceed client expectations.

● Managed and mentored editors and animators, ensuring quality standards and timely delivery of Shark Ninja FlexStyle, WebMD, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, resulting in a 10% increase in client satisfaction.

● Coordinated feedback processes to align deliverables with client goals, leading to a 15% improvement in project efficiency.

Plywood Pictures, Brooklyn, NY July - December 2021 Post Production Producer, Freelance

Directed and supervised video projects, overseeing the entire process from footage ingestion to client approval and final delivery, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality outcomes.

● Achieved client satisfaction by directing talent for the Google Ad Manager Product Update video, demonstrating strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

● Produced and managed timelines, budgets, and resources for projects with Disney, Google, NYU Productions, Penguin Random House, and Scholastic Corp., resulting in efficient project delivery and resource optimization.

CBS Network, New York, NY 2012 - 2020

Smoke Artist / After Effects / Viz-rt

Delivered exceptional live TV production and post-production services for nationally broadcast programs. Brought to life using Autodesk Smoke and the Adobe Creative Suite, delivering dynamic and visually compelling results.

● Created high-quality visuals for CBS This Morning, CBS Evening News, and 60 Minutes.

● Leveraged live VFX and graphic design software to deliver seamless on-air graphics under tight deadlines.

World Wrestling Entertainment, Stamford, CT 2008 - 2012 Senior Visual Effects Artist / Visual Effects Supervisor

Directed and executed high-profile studio and field productions for WWE and corporate partners, using Autodesk Flame and Adobe suite.

● Produced VFX projects and media features for EA Sports, Just For Men, and movie trailers.

● Directed green screen shoots and promotional advertising for WWE Pay-Per-View events and corporate campaigns for Kmart, THQ, and 7-Eleven.

Awards

● ABC Sports Network: Emmy Award Winner: World Figure Skating Championships 2004

● Super Bowl XXXVII 2003

Additional Relevant Experience

Director:

Google - Series: "Ad Manager Product Update", New York, NY Director:

Director:

What is Passion – Spec Series: "Actor" and "Drummer", New York, NY

Education

NYU Certificate Program Specialization: Film and TV Industry Essentials NYU Tisch School of Arts - New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Corporate Communications Specialization: Video Production Southern Connecticut State University - New Haven, CT

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