Ashley Sather

- Coordinates all production needs for the Vox.com Video team - Manages all field productions from crew hires through final asset delivery, occasionally assisting on set - Tracks and updates department budgets - Works with producers to develop realistic production timelines from scripting through publish - Keeps department publishing schedule accurate and up to date - Works directly with legal, studio, accounting, and office ops on all editorial and department needs - Ensures the appropriate location, appearance, and asset releases are sent, signed, and filed - Handles all contract generation and invoicing for temps, freelancers, and vendors - Hires and manages interns - Onboards all new hires, ensuring the production workflow is clear - Supervises production workflow for sponsored and internal video initiatives

• Writes and pitches investment packets for the purpose of securing equity financing • Creates and maintains the end-to-end production budget • Researches all info on NYS permits, city film laws, and tax credit incentives • Manages scheduling, location booking, and talent outreach • Handles call sheets, troubleshooting last minute calendar shifts.

•Managing locations logistics •Coordinating travel for cast and crew •Tracking spending, reimbursements, and petty cash •Reporting payroll and distributing paychecks •Managing all paperwork: tax filings, releases, ULB SAG-AFTRA papers, Exhibit G's and crew agreements •Ensuring adherence to Union best practices and guidelines •Hiring PA's and misc. crew members as needed •Driving a 15 pass van around like a glorified soccer mom

• Writes and produces original comedy scripts for live and digital platforms 
• Creates and manages all production timelines, calendars, and budgets • Books performance venues and shooting locations • Vets and hires directors, stage techs, videographers, DP’s, and editors

• Aids the executive staff and creative teams in maintaining deadline-sensitive timetables for creative development
 • Creates project estimates and actualizes budgets • Manages scheduling, calendar updates, and travel arrangements office-wide • Works direct with vendors on large-scale events and renovations • Maintains professional relationships with clients and industry personnel

• Wrote copy for promos, pitches, proposals, advertisements, and endorsements • Consulted and collaborated on creative content for digital, TV, radio, and print • Developed strategies for pitching/selling creative concepts • Used an in-depth knowledge of social media to curate output on behalf of celebrity clientele • Managed scripts, talent, crew, and creatives on live sets • Led fast-paced research and headline selection for LIVE radio and TV broadcasts • Developed and managed web content for all clients on a rolling basis

• Wrote copy for live 5 PM & 10 PM news broadcasts • Led fast-paced research and headline selection • Assisted in creating content for promos, teases, and package lead-ins • Edited video to accompany on-air copy