Charlie Silverman
Animation Community Enthusiast | Small Art Business Owner | Graphic Designer
Los Angeles,United States
Summary
Seasoned entertainment industry professional with over 10 years experience at the top animation studios, including pioneering the Netflix Animation studio from startup to oscar-award-winning studio. Passionate about unleashing the full potential of creative community and bridging the gap between imagination and execution. Adept artist with a keen eye for graphic design, dedicated to crafting captivating visual narratives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Talent Development & Programming
Netflix Animation
Los Angeles, CA
12.2021 - 11.2023
- Development and directed complete studio programming, including mentorship programs, educational courses, and Immersive events.
- Instructed 25+ courses and hosted 45+ events, contributing to studio culture development.
- Strategized alongside leadership to boost production creativity, aid in employee growth, and capitalize studio efficiency.
- Designed and facilitated clear, effective studio-wide communication on a daily, weekly and monthly to create awareness and hype for all programming.
Artist Manager
Netflix
Los Angeles, CA
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Established and trained the Artist Management team that grew to 15+ members.
- Developed and maintained relationships with 100+ artists and crew members.
- Sourced talent for productions, negotiated contracts, and collaborated with directors and producers.
Creative Content Coordinator
Netflix
Los Angeles, CA
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Played a pivotal role in launching Netflix Animation, overseeing studio functions and workflow documentation.
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive new hire orientation program, personally welcomed 150 employees in the studio's first year, and acted as all employees' direct point of contact with all studio teams.
- Utilized graphic design skills to create and maintain the studio landing page, and socialize studio event communications.
Distribution Project Manager, Kids & Family Original Content
Netflix
Los Angeles, CA
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Orchestrated onboarding and management of relationships with studios, production companies, and distributors for Kids & Family Original content.
- Coordinated with post houses to acquire and create AV and language assets, ensuring timely delivery and seamless integration into the global Netflix service.
Production Coordinator
Nickelodeon Animation
Burbank, CA
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Episodic Coordinator for the wonderful preschool animated series, "Wallykazam!" (CG, 22-minute, musical, education content). Managed full episodes from scripts through post.
Education Assistant
DreamWorks Animation
Burbank, CA
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Provided indispensable support to the Education Department and it's 4 department heads, ensuring seamless operations and student success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film & Animation
Emerson College
Boston, MA05-2011
Certificate - Graphic Design
CalArts
Santa Clarita, CA03-2024
Skills
Professional Skills
- Strategic planning
- Change Management
- Data analytics
- Team management
- Television, Film & Animation Production
Technical Skills
- GSuite & Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Suite
- Canva
- Airtable
- Social Media
Affiliations
- Created of @charliecomelately, a small art business.
- Passionate participant of mutual aid communities in Los Angeles.
- Proud member and organizer for queer communities.
Timeline
Senior Manager, Talent Development & Programming
Netflix Animation
12.2021 - 11.2023
Artist Manager
Netflix
07.2019 - 12.2021
Creative Content Coordinator
Netflix
03.2018 - 07.2019
Distribution Project Manager, Kids & Family Original Content
Netflix
03.2015 - 03.2018
Production Coordinator
Nickelodeon Animation
02.2013 - 02.2015
Education Assistant
DreamWorks Animation
01.2011 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Film & Animation
Emerson College
Certificate - Graphic Design
CalArts
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