Amanda Chacon
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Summary
Dynamic entertainment and events professional with over 15 years experience in contract management, event production, and high profile client relations. Proven forward-thinker with comprehensive experience implementing new processes and developing innovative strategies. Adept at cross-functional collaboration and client relationship management, ensuring seamless operations and compliance in high-stakes environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Business Affairs Contract Administration
20th Television/Disney
Los Angeles, CA
12.2019 - Current
- Analyze and track agreements for above-the-line talent.
- Negotiate and draft deals for episodic directors.
- Liaison between talent representatives and Production, Finance, Business and Legal Affairs.
- Train and oversee a team of administrators and coordinators.
- Audit financial statements and form agreements for consistency and compliance.
Event Manager (contract)
Event Group
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Interviewed clients to define event scopes, establish budgets, and set timelines for venue selection, guest list finalization, and vendor contracts.
- Oversee preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
- Ensured compliance with client-event requirements by delegating tasks and managing entire production lifecycle from concept to execution.
- Supervised onsite teams of caterers, audio-visual technicians, and facility management to ensure seamless event execution.
- Hire and cross-train staff members for various event-specific functions.
Freelance Television Production
Various
Southern California
01.2015 - 08.2019
- Produced content for over a dozen television shows, music videos, and live tapings, contributing to high-quality productions.
- Facilitated production processes as Field Producer, Coordinator, APOC, Casting, and PA, ensuring smooth operations across various projects.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Collins Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Managed an active calendar, including scheduling dozens of meetings at pitch festivals.
- Booked and managed all domestic and international travel.
- Organized company events, ensuring all logistics and details were handled smoothly.
- Tracked and filed expense reports, as well as analyzed data to explore areas for cost reduction.
Program Coordinator
Aspen Film Festival
Aspen, CO
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Managed all program-related communication with filmmakers, distributors, and vendors.
- Facilitated festival screenings through cross-department collaboration for optimal audience experience.
- Coordinated programming systems to ensure seamless operations.
- Managed requisition of publicity materials and print traffic to support marketing efforts.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, COAssociate of Arts - Producing And Screenwriting
Colorado Film School
Denver, COSkills
- Contract negotiation
- Contract lifecycle stewardship
- Financial auditing
- Budget management
- Union compliance
- Client relationship management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Talent liaison
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
Timeline
Manager, Business Affairs Contract Administration
20th Television/Disney
12.2019 - Current
Event Manager (contract)
Event Group
01.2019 - Current
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Collins Avenue
08.2017 - 04.2019
Freelance Television Production
Various
01.2015 - 08.2019
Program Coordinator
Aspen Film Festival
01.2013 - 12.2014
BBA - Business Administration
Colorado State University
Associate of Arts - Producing And Screenwriting
Colorado Film School