DONNA CZERWINSKI
Los Angeles
Summary
Dynamic HR Manager with a proven track record at WPA, adept in performance evaluation and employee relations. Expert in workforce planning and policy writing, driving significant improvements in talent management and retention. Skilled in HRIS software and fostering strong relationships, ensuring alignment with business objectives and enhancing organizational culture.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
HR MANAGER
WPA, Worldwide Production Agency
West Hollywood
01.2019 - Current
- Led talent and performance management processes, including facilitating goalsetting, and driving employee development conversations.
- Partnered with leadership on staffing strategies, job description updates, and workforce planning to ensure alignment with business needs.
- Oversaw payroll, benefits administration, and compliance documentation, maintaining accuracy and legal compliance.
- Served as a first point of contact for employee relations, investigating and resolving workplace concerns, and advising managers on corrective actions.
- Designed and delivered onboarding materials, training sessions, and job aids, streamlining new hire integration and boosting engagement.
- Conducted exit interviews and retention analysis, recommending improvements to enhance culture and reduce turnover.
- Developed, updated, and maintained company HR policies and procedures in alignment with labor laws and industry standards.
- Provided reports to leadership for audits, compensation planning, and HR compliance tracking.
FREELANCE VIDEO PRODUCER
Self-employeed
San Francisco
01.2004 - 01.2019
- Produced branded content, internal corporate videos, short films and international event experiences.
- Managed vendor research, production budgets, SAG compliance, and postproduction reconciliation.
- Recruited, managed and directed crews.
- Led all production logistics including crew management and scheduling across highprofile projects.
- Conceptualized and developed engaging video content for diverse audiences.
- Coordinated production schedules with teams to ensure timely project completion.
- Managed on-set operations, ensuring smooth execution of video shoots.
- Directed talent during recordings, guiding performances for optimal results.
- Planned shoots, scheduled talent and oversaw set up for filming.
- Collaborated with clients to develop video concepts and storyboards.
VIDEO / EVENT PRODUCTION MANAGER
Mannomedia
New York
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Produced internal training videos and brand storytelling content for LVMH, Swatch Group, Virgin America, DeLonghi and many others.
- Managed event logistics and vendor negotiations for luxury brand activations and live events.
- Handled budgets from $1.5K to $250K, ensuring financial control and client satisfaction.
- Maintained strong client relationships through high-touch communication and delivery excellence.
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
LucasArts
San Rafael
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Supported multiple cross-functional teams through all phases of game development, ensuring alignment between creative direction, production schedules, and business objectives.
- Played a key role in allocating technical assets and coordinating personnel assignments to optimize workflow and meet milestone deliverables.
- Interfaced regularly with development teams and business executives, serving as a central liaison to facilitate communication and decision-making across departments.
- Assisted HR with recruiting, interview scheduling, onboarding logistics, and on-site presence at key industry events, including GDC and E3.
Education
Design Principles
Art Institute of Atlanta
GASkills
- Performance evaluation
- Employee relations
- Workforce planning
- Conflict resolution
- Onboarding and orientation
- HR policies and procedures
- HRIS software
- Succession planning
- Paychex
- Airtable
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Internal Communications
- Policy writing
- Human resources operations
- Staff management
- Compensation and benefits
- Relationship management
- Recruitment life cycle
Affiliations
- SHRM
- HRCI
Timeline
HR MANAGER
WPA, Worldwide Production Agency
01.2019 - Current
VIDEO / EVENT PRODUCTION MANAGER
Mannomedia
01.2007 - 01.2014
FREELANCE VIDEO PRODUCER
Self-employeed
01.2004 - 01.2019
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
LucasArts
01.2001 - 01.2004
Design Principles
Art Institute of Atlanta