Brandon Saldivar
Orlando,FL
Summary
Production professional with experience supporting creative projects, coordinating cross-department efforts, and driving side initiatives to successful completion. Skilled at collaborating with teams, organizing complex workflows, and contributing to high-quality immersive experiences.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Show Coordinator
Universal Creative
07.2022 - Current
- Promoted to SR. Show coordinator in 2023
- Proficient in creating, reading, and utilizing SEL documentation for Paint, Sculpting, Animation, and Wardrobe, ensuring detailed and accurate coordination across multiple production departments.
- Created and managed Directive Requests, Change Orders, Scopes of Work, Retainage Waivers, and Contract Requests, overseeing the full contract workflow from initiation to close-out while ensuring compliance.
- Partnered with and negotiated favorable terms with vendors, cultivating strong relationships to enhance collaboration, optimize costs, and ensure timely project delivery.
- Coordinated and facilitated project meetings, preparing clear agendas, capturing action items, distributing notes, and tracking progress to completion.
- Managed complex schedules and calendars, streamlining meeting logistics and supporting cross-functional alignment.
- Partnered with creative and technical teams to gather critical project information, enabling effective decision-making and maintaining project schedules.
- Led meetings that drove discussions toward actionable outcomes and reinforced accountability across teams.
- Coordinated and communicated creative production across 6 creative divisions, focusing on key areas of development.
Assistant Store Manager, Men’s Department
Neiman Marcus
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Improved department audit score from 63% to 100% through effective oversight and compliance.
- Coached staff to foster positive habits, building an inspiring and transparent environment that boosted store morale.
- Drove results by coaching the team to build strong customer relationships and retain clients.
(Seasonal) Themed Scenic Decorator
Bmorrow Productions
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Ensure timely completion of design elements for multiple events, maintaining high-quality standards and visual consistency.
- Brainstorm and implement creative concepts and themes, collaborating with event planners, production teams, and vendors to bring immersive experiences to life.
- Lead setup, teardown, and organization of event spaces, ensuring efficiency, safety, and attention to detail.
- Coordinate with vendors and creative teams to source props, materials, and décor, ensuring storyline and theme alignment.
- Assist in budget tracking and inventory management for event materials to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
- Contribute to problem-solving on-site, adjusting layouts, décor, or logistics in real time to meet event requirements.
Company Manager
The Haunted Road
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Managed daily operations for a large-scale haunted drive-through attraction, overseeing 250+ staff and ensuring a seamless guest experience.
- Directed hiring, onboarding, and training, developing job descriptions, interviewing candidates, and coaching teams to maintain high performance.
- Oversaw budget, payroll, and ticketing systems, ensuring financial accountability and efficient guest flow.
- Partnered with vendors and creative teams on set building, costumes, lighting, actors, show direction, paint, and special effects to ensure storyline quality and an immersive experience.
- Secured sponsorships and partnerships, building community relationships and obtaining donations/in-kind support to enhance profitability and event success.
Store Manager
AG Jeans
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Elevated the customer experience by cultivating strong relationships, resulting in increased client loyalty.
- Increased conversion rates by 100% within the first three months.
- Managed payroll targets and recruited top-tier staff for flagship standards.
- Led the store to win multiple awards for highest ADS, highest volume, and highest UPT.
- Managed a team of 10+, focusing on developing leadership potential within the store.
- Increased team morale through coaching, incentives, and positive reinforcement.
- Contributed to $60,000 in defect reduction within the first seven months.
Assistant Store Manager
Bath & Body Works
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Analyzed business trends and created actionable plans to drive immediate results.
- Fostered a customer-centric store environment with exceptional service and associate engagement.
General Manager
GANT
11.2015 - 08.2016
- Increased store KPIs through client-focused initiatives and staff development.
- Assisted with outlet expansion and store remodel in collaboration with corporate teams.
Associate Store Manager
Coach
06.2014 - 11.2015
- Promoted to Associate Manager within six months, overseeing a $20M+ store.
- Achieved a 100% Secret Shop score and fostered a strong, engaged team.
Associate Operations Manager
Quiet Flight/Billabong
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Managed a high-traffic location within Universal Studios theme park.
- Developed and implemented seasonal hiring strategies to ensure optimal staffing.
- Coached and developed team into top sellers with product knowledge and Client Interactions
Store Manager
Sunglass Hut
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Led operations for 6 locations in Central Florida, maintaining high performance and client satisfaction.
- Increased conversion rates through targeted strategies and district-wide events.
- Achieved Gold status within the first 3 months by increasing luxury brand sales.
- Developed succession plans for top-performing stores.
Education
Associate of Arts - Theater
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHSkills
- Contract & Workflow Management PMweb (Directives, Change Orders, SEL, Scopes of Work)
- Vendor and stakeholder collaboration
- Risk Management & Safety Compliance
- Strategic resource planning
- Multi-Department Coordination
- Creative Collaboration Across multiple Departments
- Action Item Tracking & Meeting Facilitation
Accomplishments
G.E.M. Award holder
Certification
B.R.A.C
L.O.T.O
Scaffolding
Fall Protection
Timeline
Sr. Show Coordinator
Universal Creative
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Store Manager, Men’s Department
Neiman Marcus
12.2021 - 07.2022
(Seasonal) Themed Scenic Decorator
Bmorrow Productions
09.2021 - 12.2021
Company Manager
The Haunted Road
08.2020 - 11.2020
Store Manager
AG Jeans
06.2017 - 03.2020
Assistant Store Manager
Bath & Body Works
08.2016 - 06.2017
General Manager
GANT
11.2015 - 08.2016
Associate Store Manager
Coach
06.2014 - 11.2015
Associate Operations Manager
Quiet Flight/Billabong
06.2013 - 06.2014
Store Manager
Sunglass Hut
08.2011 - 06.2013
Associate of Arts - Theater
Sinclair Community College
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