Summary

Over the past 15 years I’ve gained experience and insight into many sectors of the arts; from stage to film to TV to music to education. I am a hardworking, engaged and creative individual who is not afraid to take on any challenge that comes my way!

Credits

3/23 – Current

Food Producer (Creator, Chef, Producer, Videographer, Stylist) @ChefPaulardee

Instagram — Digital Details
3/23 – Current

Founder of @chefpaulardee on Instagram. Conceptualize, create, and post all content designed for the page. Shoot, edit, and style all featured dishes. Develop recipes of a broad nature for all kinds of cuisines. Understand food brands in order to strategize implementation in recipes. • Implement strategy to consistently grow social media following and engagement. • Use SEO to identify trending keywords and hashtags to maximize visibility. • Garner 1.5k average views per post due to high quality content and strategic posting methodology.

1/19 – Current

Producer (Producer and Performer) Mama's Boys

Don't Tell Mama NYC — Live/Special Event — Don't Tell Mama Details
1/19 – Current

Develop award-nominated, exciting and intricate set lists for performances taking place at the world-famous piano bar, Don’t Tell Mama. Negotiate contracts and scheduling with performers, band, and venue management. Design and execute successful marketing plans. Hire and supervise all musicians. • Create, and collaborate on, exciting, interesting, and innovative musical arrangements. • Achieve sold-out audiences and secure performance dates.

9/17 – 6/23

Producer (Producer, Director, and Film Department Manager)

Staff Position — Applause Theatrical Workshops, Inc. Details
9/17 – 6/23

Produced, directed, and oversaw content creation for "Applause NY" YouTube channel with a substantial subscriber base of 1.5 million subscribers and over 1 billion views worldwide. Engaged with individuals of varying ages and experience levels to produce 30-50 high-quality projects per term. Facilitated screening events bi-annually. • Implemented strategy to maintain multiple / concurrent production schedules. Senior Creative Producer • Oversaw the availability and accountability of props, costumes, and space. • Recruited, on-boarded and trained all staff members. • Increased studio profitability through strategic budget management and creative ideation.

3/22 – 6/22

Co-Producer (Assistant Director, Casting, Line Producer) Alien Aided (Pilot)

YouTube — Digital — Peacock Kids Details
3/22 – 6/22

Contracted by Peacock Kids to produce and direct made-for-YouTube show "Alien Aided"; I participated in all aspects of production, including location scouting and booking, talent casting, scheduling, and budget management. I liaised with talent agencies to negotiate actor contracts and facilitated a conflict-free work environment for production crew and talent. Some of my accomplishments in this role are: • Employed creative problem-solving skills and acted as a point person; ensured cross-functional collaboration to deliver a high-caliber production within the constraints of a limited budget.

5/21 – 12/21

Co-Producer (Assistant Director, Casting, Line Producer) Skully and The Mole Crack The Case (Season 2)

YouTube — Digital — Peacock Kids Details
5/21 – 12/21

Contracted by Peacock Kids to produce and direct made-for-YouTube show "Skully and The Mole Crack the Case"; I participated in all aspects of production, including location scouting and booking, talent casting, scheduling, and budget management. I liaised with talent agencies to negotiate actor contracts and facilitated a conflict-free work environment for production crew and talent. Some of my accomplishments in this role are: • Achieved 1.8M+ views on "Skully and the Mole Crack the Case" • Employed creative problem-solving skills and acted as a point person; ensured cross-functional collaboration to deliver a high-caliber production within the constraints of a limited budget.

6/19 – 6/20

Producer (Writer, Creator, Director) DRIVEN: The Series (Season 1)

Digital Details
6/19 – 6/20

Developed entertaining and compelling content within budget constraints. Conducted casting and hiring processes for actors. Coordinated craft services to support production needs. Facilitated rehearsal and production schedules. • Recruited and effectively managed a production team. • Handled SAG/AFTRA paperwork and contracts for union compliance. • Achieved high-quality content on a limited budget.

9/16 – 9/18

Development (Creator, Show Host, Casting, Director) Food, Booze & Bullshit (Season 1)

Digital Details
9/16 – 9/18

Developed entertaining and compelling culinary-based content within extreme budget constraints. Recruited and effectively managed a production team. Cast episode hosts for optimal performance. Managed production and travel scheduling for efficiency. Troubleshot production issues in real-time. Managed cast and crew throughout each shoot, adhering to strict schedules. Researched and prepared episode content. • Achieved high-quality content creation on a limited budget. • Overcame language barriers to ensure smooth communication. • Underwent serious acquisition considerations by the executive teams at the Food Network and Scripps Network.

5/18 – 8/18

Producer (Recording Artist, Manager) One Kiss For The Taste

Rockwood Music Hall — Live/Special Event Details
5/18 – 8/18

Collaboratively wrote and arranged all material with external artists and instrumentalists. Worked diligently in order to achieve the highest level of quality in production, filming, and recording. Produced and distributed a live recording of the event for wider audience reach. • Managed contracts and scheduling to streamline operations. • Executed a successful advertising campaign resulting in sold-out performances.

Media

  • Food Booze & BS Sizzle

  • Barely Breathing (One Kiss For The Taste: LIVE! From Rockwood Music Hall)

Recos

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Education

Class of '12

Montclair State University

BFA | Honors: Magna Cum Laude | 3.67 GPA

Skills

  • Producing
  • Directing
  • Social Media
  • Final Draft
  • Screenwriting
  • Research
  • Event Planning
  • Public Speaking
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Google Docs
  • organization
  • Microsoft Word
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Google Sheets
  • Movie Magic Budgeting
  • Dropbox
  • Google Drive
  • Frame.io
  • coordinating
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Celtx
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Supervision
  • Post Production Coordinator
  • Highly organized and efficient
  • Thrives as both a leader OR as part of a team
  • Able to synthesize information quickly
  • Creates immediate and genuine rapport
  • Great at problem solving and staying calm under pressure
  • Able to juggle many responsibilities
  • Possesses an optimal balance of creativity and logic