Production Manager on Documentary Series & Feature Films, 30+ years experience in the Film & Television industry. I’m originally from New Zealand and relocated to London which has been my base for the last 20 years, though this has included long periods working overseas in MENA, Asia & Europe.
Key Strengths & Core Production Management Skills
- Creative & Technical Agile Problem Solving – Innovative and adaptable in resolving complex production challenges.
- Strategic & Efficient Planning / Production Workflow Optimization Detail-oriented, with a focus on streamlining workflows and optimizing resources.
- Deadline-Driven & Detail-Oriented – Dedicated to meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
- Project Management – Expertise in overseeing production from inception to delivery.
- Budgeting & Cost Control – Skilled in cost-effective budgeting and resource allocation.
- Scheduling & Timeline Management – Proficient in managing schedules that keep productions on track.
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation – Anticipates risks and implements solutions to avoid disruptions.
- Compliance & Safety Protocols – Ensures adherence to industry standards for a safe production environment.
- Stakeholder Communication – Clear and consistent communicator with all project stakeholders.
- Talent & Crew Management – Efficiently coordinates and manages talent and crew logistics.
- Team Morale & Motivation – Fosters a positive and productive work environment.
- Post-Production & Quality Control – Ensures quality and consistency throughout post-production processes.
- Custom Production Tracking Systems – Develops agile, project-specific tracking systems
• Adept at managing international & local shoots from conception to delivery.
• I hold a UK passport & Drivers Licence • Double Covid Vaccinated & carry a valid EU Digital COVID Certificate
gaps in my CV in the period between 2008 –2013 during this time I was training as a TA Soldier in the British Army, 131 Independent Commando Squadron Royal Engineers London, an Army Reserve unit and part of 24 Commando Regiment Royal Engineers. Trained as a combat medic, 4x4 ambulance & truck driver and combat engineer. Skills include weapons, bridging, explosives, watercraft & survival techniques. And was a key member of the Royal Engineers Ladies Biathlon Ski Team, qualified and competed in the British National Biathlon & Nordic Ski Championships held in Rupholding, Germany for three years running. Disciplines included cross country and Nordic skiing & rifle shooting
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