Caitlin D. Brands
Production Manager
Atlanta,CA
Summary
Results-driven Project Manager and Creative Producer with extensive experience leading cross-functional teams and complex operations across fast-paced production environments. Proven ability to manage budgets, streamline logistics, coordinate vendors and personnel, and deliver high-stakes projects on time and on budget. Known for proactive problem-solving, adaptable leadership, and exceptional organizational skills across both creative and operational workflows.
Experienced with overseeing production logistics and coordinating film unit activities. Utilizes strategic planning and resource management to ensure efficient production processes. Track record of fostering team collaboration and maintaining high standards of work.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Production Manager
Craig Miller Productions, Inc.
04.2025 - Current
- Lead production operations from pre-production through delivery across scripted & unscripted content.
- Manage budgets, schedules, staffing, & location sourcing while ensuring alignment with creative goals & client expectations.
- Act as a liaison between production, clients, & vendors to maintain workflow efficiency & communication across departments.
- Implemented scheduled maintenance, retooling production status sheets & driving multiple tasks to achieve scheduling effectiveness.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing data & identifying areas for optimization within the production process.
Digital Office Manager - Bookkeeper
HySky Technologies, Inc
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Conducted regular inventory assessments & tracking of confidential patented equipment over 6 cross country sites
- Reviewed & filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, posted daily receipts & payments in accordance with all company & government protocols.
Special Effects Production Coordinator
Paramount / “The Madison”
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Oversaw asset tracking, budgeting, & supply procurement for the SFX department.
- Maintained vendor communications, managed purchase orders, & supported interdepartmental builds with construction.
- Led timecard processing & cost reporting across multiple production phases.
Production Operations Assistant
Paramount / “Yellowstone”
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed administrative operations during production, including device provisioning, secure credentialing, & report distribution.
- Temporarily filled Assistant Production Coordinator role, overseeing communications & documentation between multiple units.
- Tracked budget data, asset logs, & coordinated daily meals, craft services, & supplies.
Freelance Creative Producer & Copywriter
Magpie
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Developed creative marketing content and video scripts for national retail clients including Home Depot & Lowe’s
- Led talent sourcing & booth logistics for trade shows & corporate events.
Assistant Production Coordinator
Various Networks & Studios (Netflix, FX, YouTube Premium)
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Managed production documents, contracts, & daily reports across departments.
- Collaborated with accounting on expense tracking, coding, & actuals.
- Coordinated equipment logistics, vendor bids, & maintained crew/studio rosters.
- Supported communication & scheduling between production units & studio clients.
Writers Room Assistant
Nickelodeon & Netflix
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Supported daily workflow of writers’ rooms, including research, notes distribution, & story development.
- Coordinated logistics for teams, including scheduling, meals, payroll, & expense tracking.
Education
A.B. - Mass Media Arts
University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia01-2016
Skills
Production reporting
Purchase orders
Budget administration
Document management
Production scheduling
Project management
Studio scheduling
Financial recordkeeping
Awards Recognition
- Award-winning screenwriter across 12+ international festivals
- Quarterfinalist: Screencraft Screenwriting Fellowship & Outstanding Screenplays TV Pilot
- Rated 8 on The Black List for original pilot High Water
Certification
Covid-19 Safety Certified
Timeline
Unit Production Manager
Craig Miller Productions, Inc.
04.2025 - Current
Special Effects Production Coordinator
Paramount / “The Madison”
10.2024 - 12.2024
Production Operations Assistant
Paramount / “Yellowstone”
01.2024 - 09.2024
Digital Office Manager - Bookkeeper
HySky Technologies, Inc
06.2023 - 03.2025
Covid-19 Safety Certified
06-2020
Assistant Production Coordinator
Various Networks & Studios (Netflix, FX, YouTube Premium)
01.2017 - 01.2022
Writers Room Assistant
Nickelodeon & Netflix
01.2017 - 01.2022
Freelance Creative Producer & Copywriter
Magpie
01.2016 - 01.2024
A.B. - Mass Media Arts
University of Georgia
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