Founder, Executive Producer

Axecila Productions LLC
2024-01-30 — Present

Launched a film and video production company offering services across brand, corporate, narrative, documentary, educational, animation, commercial, and social projects.
Prioritized accessibility to storytelling for underrecognized communities, producing films that foster growth, discovery, and connection.
Collaborated with socially marginalized community members, breaking barriers and uplifting underrecognized voices in film.
Managed all aspects of production, from concept development to final delivery, ensuring high-quality output within budget constraints.
Established strategic partnerships with vendors and freelancers, resulting in a 15% reduction in production costs.

Producer (Story, Field, and Post)

Quite Frankly Productions
2022-07-05 — 2023-10-13

Oversaw production and post-production of 100+ projects, maintaining strict adherence to schedules and budgets.
Conducted research, scouted locations, and interviewed subjects, ensuring high client satisfaction.
Coordinated logistics from concept to delivery, achieving a 98% repeat client and vendor rate.
Led a team for a $200,000 production project for Diageo, increasing customer acquisition by 20%.
Implemented streamlined workflows and communication processes, improving overall project efficiency by 10%.

Film Librarian/Budget and Festival Manager

School of Visual Arts
2016-11-08 — 2021-01-07

Managed a $120,000 annual budget, overseeing financial planning and execution for the film department.
Submitted 20 student films to 500 festivals with a 76% acceptance rate.
Supervised 8 student workers and revamped the film library, boosting rentals and student visits.
Coordinated film screenings and events, increasing student engagement and participation.
Developed and maintained relationships with festival organizers, enhancing the school's industry connections.

Production Coordinator (Contract

NBCUniversal, Syfy
2015-05-26 — 2016-05-26

Monitored and controlled a $3,000,000 budget for the marketing campaign of "The Expanse," achieving significant viewership and impressions.
Oversaw production and post-production of nearly 400 videos, delivering faster than other coordinators.
Established efficient file organization and communication processes, creating a comprehensive handbook for new hires.
Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure smooth project execution and timely delivery.
Implemented cost-saving measures that reduced production expenses by 8%.