Buğra Akaktan
Production Manager
Norwood,MA
Summary
Persistent, detail-oriented individual who possesses intellectual aptitude to digest information and formulate new solutions on the fly. Seeking a position in the cyber security field where continual learning is paramount. Excellent time management and communication skills. Comfortable with existing in the unknown. Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Regional Production Manager
Big Night Entertainment Group
Boston, MA
1 2021 - Current
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in production process and proposing effective solutions
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints
- Determined suitable crew requirements, scheduled employees, and worked with human resources to meet changing production schedules
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals
Production Manager
Big Night Entertainment Group
Boston, MA
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Responsible for all aspects of on-site AV systems
- Troubleshoot and repair all connectivity/AV system issues
- Scheduled and managed house production crew of 5-10 for over 1000 events
- Provide technical support and guidance for venues on various projects, corporate events, and nightlife events
- Maintained product quality standards set by Big Night executive team
- Developed, prepared, and supervised custom content for daily use at venues
- Researched new audio and visual developments to keep venues up to date with current technological advancements
Senior Talent Manager
Big Night Talent
, MA
01.2017 - 11.2020
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization, resulting in a more inclusive and harmonious work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning by implementing professional development programs designed to challenge employees and drive performance improvement
- Assisted in establishing employer branding initiatives to attract top-tier candidates in a competitive job market
- Maintained legal compliance throughout all aspects of talent management processes through rigorous adherence to local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations
- Streamlined the interview process by creating structured templates and standardized evaluation criteria
- Leveraged data-driven insights to inform talent management decision-making, leading to more strategic and impactful outcomes for the organization as a whole
- Optimized onboarding processes to set new hires up for success from day one, leading to improved performance metrics over time
- Developed and maintained artist relationships including their entourage and managers
Oversaw and review artist account statements, mechanical royalties, label advances
Created and managed social media campaigns, rollout plans for releases, dark ad campaigns
Managed marketing and public relations activities to create awareness to help achieve show attendance goals
Advanced artist lodging, transportation needs, hospitality and technical riders for Big Night Talent roster of artists
Education
B.S.Honors in Management Information Systems - Finance
Salem State University
Salem 09.2002 - 05.2006
Skills
Certification
Google - Cybersecurity certification
Accomplishments
- Improved production quality of The Grand night club, Scorpion Bar Boston, Grace By Nia Boston, and The Empire by implementing training programs designed to increase performance levels.
- Proficiently supervised productions for 4 venues, oversaw materials inspection, scheduled production and conducted monthly physical inventories.
- Trained and supervised 10 production staff over 3 year time period.
Software
Timeline
Production Manager
Big Night Entertainment Group
01.2017 - 01.2021
Senior Talent Manager
Big Night Talent
01.2017 - 11.2020
B.S.Honors in Management Information Systems - Finance
Salem State University
09.2002 - 05.2006
Regional Production Manager
Big Night Entertainment Group
1 2021 - Current
Google - Cybersecurity certification
UCal Davis - SQL for data Science
Duke University - Programming foundations with Javascript, HTML, and CSS
University of South Florida - OSHA 10
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