DANE SMITH
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
An Executive Producer with a reputation for development of nascent technology coupled with 'hands on' field research, providing clients access to groundbreaking technology. Collaborators enjoy risk reduction and intuitive oversight that results from a 100’s of projects delivered to date. Remote collaboration, strategic partnerships, and proven evaluation methodology are applied. Collaboration, an optimistic sense of curiosity and stubborn resistance to hurdles have resulted in an active global network. The results are Industry recognition of our work across Animation, Gaming, Location-based Entertainment, Streaming Content and final Theatrical Release.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Stategy Officer
The Third Floor
Los Angeles, CA
12.2017 - 02.2024
- Analyzed competitive landscape and developed strategies to capitalize on competitive advantages.
- Identified potential partnerships with other companies or organizations in order to achieve organizational goals.
- Created and managed budgets for strategic initiatives.
Producer/ Founder
Daneiam Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
03.2014 - 12.2017
- Application and implementation of new technologies which increase production value or reduce costs associated with production process.
- Maintained a database of leads and tracked progress through sales cycle stages.
- Developed relationships with clients to negotiate contracts and maximize production value while staying within budget parameters.
Professor
Gnomon School of Visual Effects and Gaming
Los Angeles, CA
02.2010 - Current
- Participated in departmental committees that address curriculum development, assessment strategies or technology initiatives.
- Collaborated with staff members to design curricula for new courses or programs.
- Developed partnerships between the university and external organizations to promote research collaborations.
Education
Professional Certificate in Strategic Management -
Wharton
Online 06-2021
Certificate - UE Essentials For Virtual Production
Epic Games
Online 06-2020
Certificate - Business Analytics, And Economics For Managers
Harvard Business School
Online Skills
- Responsible monetization of emeging markets
- Strategic Partnerships
- Operational Excellence
Affiliations
- PGA | VES | TV ACADEMY Member
- Board Advisor, Panelist, Keynote speaker (please request list)
- Volunteer Surf Coach - Board House
- Founder Infinity Festival
Accomplishments
Editor/ Author - 3rd Edition of The VES Handbook for Visual Effects / The VES Virtual Production Handbook
2007 Tehran International Film Festival - Golden Ibex
Battle For Terra
2008 Ottawa International Animation Festival -Grand Prize
Feature Film for Battle for Terra (2007)
2016 Telly Awards - Bronze Telly
Craft Virtual Reality /360 Video for Stan Lee's Cosmic Crusaders: VR Experience
2019 Promax Games Awards
Best Promotional Trailer
Kait, Broken - Games Award
2020 Telly Award
SILVER WINNER: CRAFT — IMMERSIVE & MIXED REALITY
Tutankhamun Enter The Tomb
2021 THEA AWARD: Outstanding Achievement
Mario Kart Augmented Reality Themed Ride Technology
2023 Cannes Film Festival Best Student Short Film
Fathead - Virtual Production Short
Timeline
Chief Stategy Officer
The Third Floor
12.2017 - 02.2024
Producer/ Founder
Daneiam Inc.
03.2014 - 12.2017
Professor
Gnomon School of Visual Effects and Gaming
02.2010 - Current
Professional Certificate in Strategic Management -
Wharton
Certificate - UE Essentials For Virtual Production
Epic Games
Certificate - Business Analytics, And Economics For Managers
Harvard Business School