David Velasco
Chappaqua
Summary
Results-driven production and logistics leader with 20 years overseeing complex productions and large teams in film and television. Specializes in coordinating logistics, managing locations, and delivering high-stakes projects on tight schedules. Leverages extensive operational expertise to enhance live events, brand activations, and corporate productions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Freelance Production Manager
New York
01.2015 - Current
- Lead operational planning and execution for large-scale productions with crews ranging from 50-300 personnel across multiple locations.
- Managed production logistics, staffing, vendor relations, and location operations to ensure seamless execution.
- Oversaw complex schedules and managed high-value budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
- Coordinated efforts between creative teams, vendors, municipalities, and executive stakeholders to align production goals.
- Ensure productions are delivered on time and within budget.
- Manage insurance, compliance, permits, and operational safety.
- Selected productions: Special Ops: Lioness - Paramount+, Ironheart - Disney / Marvel Studios, Saint X - ABC Signature, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile - Sony Pictures, Ted 2 - Universal Pictures.
Location & Logistics Manager
Freelance
01.2010 - 01.2021
- Developed and executed location strategy and operational logistics for major studio productions across the United States.
- Led location sourcing, negotiations, and permitting.
- Managed site logistics for large crews and production infrastructure.
- Coordinated transportation, equipment staging, and public-space operations to ensure seamless production execution.
- Directed teams of location scouts and operations staff.
- Worked closely with municipal agencies and private stakeholders.
- Selected projects: RIP - Netflix, Hunters - Amazon Studios, American Hustle - Columbia Pictures.
Education
BA - Film & Media Studies
School of Visual Arts
New York, NY01-2000
Skills
- Event & Production Operations
- Live Event Logistics
- On-Site Production Execution
- Vendor & Crew Management
- Location Management
- Budget Management
- Stakeholder coordination
- Permitting & Regulatory Compliance
- Risk management
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Fluent Spanish
Imdb
http://www.imdb.me/davidvelasco
Job Title
Live Events & Production Operations Manager
Timeline
Production Manager
Freelance Production Manager
01.2015 - Current
Location & Logistics Manager
Freelance
01.2010 - 01.2021
BA - Film & Media Studies
School of Visual Arts