Aubrey Hardwick
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Communication and Leadership are my strongest skills. I thrive on building teams and utilizing individual strengths, within my teams, to most effectively meet project goals. In my current role, I have built a dynamic, trustworthy team, from the ground up. I have embedded in my team a need for open communication, collaboration and innovative thinking regarding creative approaches and problem-solving. We are a hard-working, very functional work family.
I have 25 years of experience in video production; pre-production, on-set as a producer and director, and most recently as the head of post-production at MCM Creative. I have delivered for broadcast, streaming, festivals, and theatrical release. I have also worked with non-profits to produce social justice content and news-related media.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Post Production, Senior Director
MCM Creative
08.2017 - Current
- Grew the post-production team by 75%
- Hire, manage and lead a team of editors, colorists, sound mixers and designers to strategically bring projects from pre-production through delivery.
- Simultaneously manage multiple projects at varying stages of development.
- Strategize and manage workflows to meet strict, time-sensitive deadlines
- Create and Managing Project Budgets
- Actively foster a positive work environment with clear expectations and support systems. Trust and open communication are key.
- Cultivate a culture of innovation by promoting creative thinking and encouraging employees to take calculated risks in pursuit of solutions.
- Evaluate employee performance and convey constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Enhance internal communication channels, resulting in improved information flow and decision-making processes.
- Develop and manage project-specific workflows
Director/Video Producer
Full Tilt Films
12.2013 - 08.2016
- Built a solid client base from the ground up.
- Directed, produced, coordinated and edited video-based content non-profits and global NGOs.
- Strategized with new filmmakers creatively and guided them on best film production practices.
- Created and Managed Project Budgets up to $500,000
- Planned and led travel shoots across the continental U.S.
- Conducted on-camera interviews for documentaries and short-form content
Owner
Willow Street Films
06.2005 - 08.2013
- Gained MWBE (Minority and/or Women Owned Business Enterprise) Certification
- Directed, produced, coordinated and edited commercial video-based content for non-profits, NGOs, corporations and individuals.
- Built multiple teams of production and post-production personnel for collaboration on hundreds of projects.
- Built a solid and loyal base of repeat clients
- Secured locations for filming and obtained necessary permits
- Directed talent on camera for narrative content
- Conducted on-camera interviews for documentary content. A hightlight was in 2014 when I interviewed key stakeholders in the abortion criminalization debate in Rwanda.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theatre
New York University
New York, NY05.1996
Skills
- Team Building
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Managing Tight Deadlines
- Managing High Pressure Situations
- Budget Creation and Management
- Creative Content Creation and Execution
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication
- Strong Collaborator
- Extensive Production and Post Production Experience
- Extensive Knowledge of Post Production Workflows
- Adobe Premiere
- Davinci Resolve
- Movie Magic
- Knowledge of NYC Film Permitting Practices
- Extensive Content Creation for Broadcast, Streaming and Social Media Platforms
Timeline
Head of Post Production, Senior Director
MCM Creative
08.2017 - Current
Director/Video Producer
Full Tilt Films
12.2013 - 08.2016
Owner
Willow Street Films
06.2005 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Theatre
New York University
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