Bradley Kanter
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Accomplished and transformative creative leader specializing in processes, strategies, content creation, analytics and cross-functional leadership. Proven success in activating growth initiatives through integrated planning, channel optimization, product/market identification, and operational excellence. Adept at streamlining processes through effective use of technology in both traditional and digital environments and establishing effective priorities to achieve strategic goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Creative Producer
Freelance Contractor
01.2000 - Current
- Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
- Directed live broadcasts, films, recordings, or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment or education.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio, and camera movements in TV and movie filmmaking.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
Senior Creative Operations Manager
Forge & Discover
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Operational lead tasked with designing, implementing, and optimizing workflows for all stages of production
- Oversaw and supervised an international 3D animation department, providing guidance/feedback, helping to achieve deadlines, and coordinating them with the local 2D animation and editorial teams
- Led hiring, onboarding, and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
Studio Director
STEEZY
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Guided, coached, and led project teams, delegating tasks and evaluating performance and progression of project pace.
- Assessed expected technical challenges and develop proactive solutions.
- Managed a team of production coordinators, talent managers, producers, shooters, editors, and digital asset managers.
- Reduced unnecessary OpEx that cut expenditures by 60% YoY
- Developed a production system from scratch that reduced crew by 33% and while doubling our daily content output.
- Installed, programmed, and maintained 21’x10’ LED wall for virtual production
Video Production Manager
Chewy.com
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Led a diverse team of 27 that included producers, coordinators, stylists, videographers, and post-production
- Continuous increased efficiency of overall production (12,000+ videos per year) to keep up with the growth of the company.
- Oversaw creative development and filming of different types of video content.
- Charged with scaling operational functions, continuous process improvement, and growing verticals.
- Scheduled shoots and set up filming by communicating with talent and crew.
- Oversaw logistical aspects from pre-production to post-production.
Technical Producer / Camera Operator
XI Media Productions
11.2011 - 03.2015
- Oversaw all technical aspects of production for every live show produced by XI Media Productions
- Responsible for logistical planning including, camera placement, cable runs, control room location/set-up while acting as the point of contact for all technical queries from the venue or partner/stakeholder
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Developed production plans and organized resources to achieve prompt delivery of projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film/Video Production, Entertainment Business
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Leadership & Team Building
- Business Development & Revenue Growth
- Technology & Product Positioning
- Video, Photo & Audio Production
- Market Insights & Competitive Intelligence
- Operations Management
- Logistics
- Project Management
- Process Optimization/SCRUM
- Product Management
- Risk Assessment
Certification
www.linkedin.com/in/bradleykanter
Accomplishments
- Implemented the first efficient processes at STEEZY Studio in a cross-departemental leadership role. Transformed the production team to an efficient strength of the company by instilling processes, establishing urgency & accountability, while reducing OpEx by 60%. Built and maintained the content QA process and data archiving infrastructure for all original IP
- My new processes at STEEZY Studio's helped to expedite piloting new verticals for STEEZY Studio YouTube, leading to an 42% increase in retention and subscriber count. Reached 1 million subscribers
- Led the technical and operational buildout of Chewy.com's e-commerce studio in Dallas, TX. Achieved initial production goal within 6 months and continuous growth by 3-7% YoY
Timeline
Senior Creative Operations Manager
Forge & Discover
03.2023 - 12.2023
Studio Director
STEEZY
01.2021 - 01.2023
Video Production Manager
Chewy.com
06.2017 - 08.2021
Technical Producer / Camera Operator
XI Media Productions
11.2011 - 03.2015
Creative Producer
Freelance Contractor
01.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Film/Video Production, Entertainment Business
Columbia College Chicago
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