Blaine Cline
Summary
Experienced media professional with extensive expertise in film, video, photography, television, and music production. Proven track record in managing high-profile projects and collaborating with top-tier talent to optimize production workflows. Skilled in handling complex budgets, schedules, business development, account management, and logistics to consistently deliver high-quality content across diverse media platforms.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer
Freethink Media
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Produced 18 documentary videos featuring social entrepreneurs addressing societal issues
- Collaborated with directors, senior producers, editors, and stakeholders to shape narrative and visual approach
- Managed all aspects of physical production, including budget, schedule, crew, locations, travel, and completion
VP of Production
Anders Media
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Oversaw all aspect of production for this film and TV company with a focus on music-based content
- Collaborated with the CEO to develop new projects in partnership with major production companies, movie studios, and creators. Notable company credits include 'Perfect Harmony' for NBC and 'The Prom' for Netflix
- Managed budgets, resources, and timelines effectively to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget constraints
VP of Music for Film & TV
Epidemic Sound
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Developed and managed relationships with major media companies and creators to drive new business growth
- Oversaw music creation and application for on-camera and post placements in major TV and film projects
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction
Music Manager
Ryan Murphy TV
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Managed all aspects of the Music Department, including production, licensing, and placement for shows such as 'American Horror Story,' 'American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace,' 'The People VS OJ Simpson,' 'Feud,' and 'Scream Queens.'
- Directed music department operations and coordinated with multiple series' production teams
- Streamlined logistics and workflows by creating a master music "Dashboard" for each production to monitor in real time the schedule, deliverables and finances of each project
Music Production Supervisor
Glee/Fox
08.2009 - 04.2015
- Supervised all aspects of music production, licensing, scheduling, budgeting, and on-screen performances
- Managed music budgets and created a central database for music resources
- Oversaw the successful production and integration of over 800 songs for on-camera use
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - FILM PRODUCTION
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
Skills
- Project Management Expertise
- Team-Based Collaboration
- Global Business Strategy
- Budgeting and Scheduling - Development and Management
- Team Building
- Strategic Business Development
- Client Relationship Management
- Marketing and Brand Strategy
- Workflow Optimization
- Content Creation
Timeline
Producer
Freethink Media
08.2022 - 01.2024
VP of Production
Anders Media
10.2019 - 05.2020
VP of Music for Film & TV
Epidemic Sound
05.2017 - 02.2019
Music Manager
Ryan Murphy TV
06.2015 - 05.2017
Music Production Supervisor
Glee/Fox
08.2009 - 04.2015
BACHELOR OF ARTS - FILM PRODUCTION
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
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