Chris Tinsley
Commercialization Program Director & Solutions Architect
Mission Viejo,CA
Summary
Strategic and innovative Program Director specializing in commercialization production, marketing, and creative projects. Expertise in leading global marketing initiatives, streamlining project delivery, and mentoring operations managers. Skilled in providing enterprise-scale solution architecture for managing marketing and creative projects, including timelines, budgets, and risks. Dedicated to enhancing team collaboration, managing multi-million dollar P&Ls, and driving operational excellence in marketing and finance. Excited to apply a broad skill set in technology, project management, and creative problem-solving in a dynamic environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director, Commercialization Production
SharkNinja
Irvine
11.2023 - Current
- Lead a team of creative operations managers in executing marketing projects, teaching best practices, and fostering strong interdepartmental relationships
- Collaborate with finance and marketing teams to manage a multi-million dollar P&L, optimizing financial planning and resource allocation
- Provide enterprise-scale solution architecture to support the management of global marketing and creative projects, including timelines, budgets, and risk management
- Streamline the organization of high-complexity projects, implementing solutions to enhance project management and delivery
- Spearhead the development of global infrastructure projects to enhance operational efficiency, enabling continuous workflow across different time zones
- Serve as a subject matter expert in collaborative work management tools, digital assets, and media asset managers, connecting global teams to streamline complex marketing projects.
Sr. Manager, Creative Operations
SharkNinja
Irvine
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Led a team of creative operations managers in executing marketing projects, teaching best practices, and fostering strong interdepartmental relationships
- Streamlined the organization of high-complexity projects, implementing solutions to enhance project management and delivery
- Collaborated with finance and marketing teams to manage a multi-million dollar P&L, optimizing financial planning and resource allocation
- Provided solution architecture for enterprise-scale projects, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and risks were effectively managed.
Creative Project Manager
SharkNinja
Irvine
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Designed and implemented a workflow management system, significantly improving project delivery efficiency for video marketing projects
- Managed diverse video marketing projects, ensuring they were executed on time, within budget, and to the highest creative standards
- Spearheaded process enhancements and technology integrations, leading to a marked improvement in the execution and delivery efficiency of cross-platform digital marketing ads.
Creative Operations Manager
Fuse Interactive
Laguna Beach
01.2016 - 04.2018
- Streamlined creative operations, significantly enhancing project lead times through the development and implementation of efficient processes and workflows
- Implemented modern communication tools and agile methodologies, enhancing team collaboration and project planning accuracy for marketing initiatives
- Led organizational changes that improved efficiency, enabling a significant increase in the volume of creative deliverables without the need for overtime.
Studio Manager
Fuse Interactive
Laguna Beach
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed studio operations, ensuring the smooth execution of creative projects from concept to completion
- Oversaw the production of marketing materials, collaborating closely with creative teams to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
Product Development Manager
Bravo Sports
Santa Fe Springs
12.2013 - 01.2015
- Led product development initiatives, ensuring products met market demands and were delivered on time and within budget
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and launch new products, driving innovation and market competitiveness.
Product Developer
Bravo Sports
Santa Fe Springs
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Developed new product concepts, collaborating with design and engineering teams to bring innovative products to market
- Managed the product development lifecycle, from ideation to prototype testing and final production.
Graphic Designer
Bravo Sports
Santa Fe Springs
10.2011 - 01.2012
- Created visual content for marketing campaigns, working closely with marketing teams to develop engaging designs that met brand guidelines.
Education
Graphic Design
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CASkills
Enterprise Solution Architecture
Quote
“How you do anything is how you do everything.”
Unknown
Timeline
Program Director, Commercialization Production
SharkNinja
11.2023 - Current
Sr. Manager, Creative Operations
SharkNinja
06.2021 - 11.2023
Creative Project Manager
SharkNinja
05.2018 - 06.2021
Creative Operations Manager
Fuse Interactive
01.2016 - 04.2018
Studio Manager
Fuse Interactive
01.2015 - 01.2016
Product Development Manager
Bravo Sports
12.2013 - 01.2015
Product Developer
Bravo Sports
01.2012 - 12.2013
Graphic Designer
Bravo Sports
10.2011 - 01.2012
Graphic Design
Saddleback College
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