Derek Shepard
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced professional with over 10 years of diverse experience. Adept in coordinating business affairs and managing client services. Demonstrated skills in contract negotiations, music licensing, and union regulations. Proven track record in retaining clients and solving problems. Currently seeking a Business Manager role to leverage expertise in account management, process optimization, and team leadership.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Business Manager
Cast & Crew
08.2021 - Current
- Manage the complete lifecycle of talent projects, ensuring accurate tracking and efficient closure
- Administer payment processes for various talent fees, ensuring adherence to deadlines and compliance with union regulations
- Conduct comprehensive estimation for various media projects and generate essential reports to support production and talent management
- Deliver client consultations on best practices, labor regulations, and union rules, while negotiating music licensing and talent contracts to maintain strong client relationships.
Business Affairs Coordinator/Administrator
Cast & Crew
10.2016 - 08.2021
- Assisted in the preparation and review of production contracts, ensured timely submission of union clearance documents, and addressed union claims
- Managed the Union Signatory Agreement List, monitoring expiration dates and coordinating renewals to maintain compliance
- Supported Business Affairs staff in the acquisition of new TTC service arrangements, facilitating client service continuity
- Handled the procurement of licensing rights for various media, including music and social media influencers, to secure necessary permissions for client projects.
Lead Retail Sales Specialist
Spectrum (Time Warner Cable)
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Enhanced sales team performance by providing individual coaching and support, resulting in improved customer retention and sales potential
- Collaborated with management to establish and surpass sales targets, contributing to the store's revenue growth through strategic incentive planning
- Streamlined operational efficiency by managing financial responsibilities, including verification of deposits, and by organizing daily staffing schedules to optimize coverage.
Retail Sales Specialist
05.2013 - 09.2015
- Provided comprehensive assistance to customers by facilitating informed decisions on product and service selections, ensuring a positive purchasing experience
- Communicated complex product features, service details, and equipment usage clearly, contributing to customer understanding and satisfaction
- Retained at-risk customers by assessing their needs and aligning them with appropriate products and services, meeting departmental sales and retention targets.
Production Assistant
Major League Baseball
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Enhanced digital media presence by editing video content, ensuring engaging visual narratives for online platforms
- Conducted asset management and metadata updates, improving content discoverability and audience reach for special events.
Seasonal Production Trainee
NBA Entertainment
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Streamlined the editing of live NBA game footage, condensing full games into comprehensive 15-minute highlight reels for publication on NBA.com
- Facilitated video production workflows by sourcing shots, assembling B-rolls, and supporting script preparation, while ensuring accurate sports research and font consistency across multimedia assets.
Freelance Digital Production Assistant
CBS Sports Network
09.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed digital content by editing live show footage and preparing video segments for online platforms, ensuring a seamless viewing experience for digital audiences
- Efficiently processed and encoded multimedia files, delivering on average 50 daily sales and promotional content requests to support marketing initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management & Mass Communications
St. John's University
05.2010
Skills
- Microsoft Office Professional
- Client Management
- Adobe Premier & Photoshop
- Accounts Receivables & Customer Service Specialist
Timeline
Assistant Business Manager
Cast & Crew
08.2021 - Current
Business Affairs Coordinator/Administrator
Cast & Crew
10.2016 - 08.2021
Lead Retail Sales Specialist
Spectrum (Time Warner Cable)
09.2015 - 07.2016
Production Assistant
Major League Baseball
03.2014 - 10.2014
Retail Sales Specialist
05.2013 - 09.2015
Seasonal Production Trainee
NBA Entertainment
01.2012 - 06.2012
Freelance Digital Production Assistant
CBS Sports Network
09.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management & Mass Communications
St. John's University
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