Donny McGuire
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic production leader with a proven track record of delivering captivating content for industry giants like BBC Worldwide. Expert in content development and brand building, I excel in engaging storytelling and effective team coordination. My work boosts audience engagement and operational efficiency, showcasing a blend of creative vision and production expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Podcast Host / Podcast Producer
Go for Donny
08.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: YouTube channel for the podcast 'Go for Donny!'
- I am the Host and Producer of a podcast called 'Go for Donny!' on my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@GoforDonny
- YouTube channel for the podcast 'Go for Donny!'
Line Producer
Astra Filmworks
Los Angeles, CA
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Vertical Shoot for Reels +
- Collaborated with director and professionals to develop budgets and production schedules.
- Actively monitored progress against milestones established during pre-production phase.
- Developed and adjusted filming schedules utilizing production timeframes for shootings.
- Communicated regularly with department heads to ensure that all components of the production ran smoothly.
- Maintained consistent communication with executive team members regarding updates on current projects.
- Conducted daily budget reviews to ensure the project stayed on track and within allocated resources.
- Handled administrative tasks such as travel arrangements for cast, crew members, approving invoices from vendors, suppliers.
- Coordinated with vendors, crew members, and other personnel for specific tasks related to production.
- Negotiated contracts and worked closely with legal counsel to ensure all documents were properly executed.
- Managed payroll throughout production and checked graphics for proper design.
- Consulted with writers, producers or actors about script changes or workshop scripts.
- Researched production topics using internet, video archives and other informational sources.
- Scheduled interviews with guests and assigned stories to news reporters to optimize coverage and meet deadlines.
- Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals.
- Studied and researched scripts to determine how to direct.
Production Manager
Eureka Productions
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Handled on set Production needs and one of the field Production Managers
Production Manager
Macho Grande Pictures
05.2024 - 07.2024
- I worked as the Field Production Manager for Expedition Bigfoot Season 5
Production Manager
Eureka Productions
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Handled On Set Production needs and all PM responsibilities including hand holding for Adults
Assistant Director
Warm Springs Productions
07.2023 - 09.2023
- I worked as the AD for Mountain Men Extreme Marksmen
Production Manager
The Walt Disney Company
03.2023 - 05.2023
- I was the Production Supervisor on Renervations with Jeremy Renner
Production Supervisor
Jamestown Productions Inc.
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Collaborated on creating theatrical marketing materials for leading studios.
Head of Production
Take 2 Productions
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Producer Live Red Carpet Marketing Events
- Managed the budgeting process to ensure efficient use of resources while maintaining quality standards.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for securing best terms and prices on raw materials or other goods and services.
Assistant Director / Pro Driver
Carnage Film
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Was hired as the Assistant Director and as the Pro Driver
Production Manager
Fullscreen
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Created studio content for Fullscreen
Production Supervisor
Hurwitz Creative
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Generated advertising content for film production studios.
Production Supervisor
Raw TV LTD
02.2016 - 04.2016
- I worked as the Production Supervisor on Set and traveled from Montana Alaska
Coordinating Producer
BBC Worldwide
12.2015 - 02.2016
- I worked as the Coordinating Producer on Top Gear
- I also was the on set AD
Line Producer/AD
Original Media
05.2015 - 06.2015
- I was the Line Producer on this Pilot
Production Manager
Renegade 83, Inc.
09.2014 - 02.2015
- I was the Field Production Manager for Naked And Afraid
- I was on location for shoots
Coordinating Producer
Sun Never Sets Productions
06.2013 - 11.2013
- Top Gear USA
- Managed crisis situations, resolving issues promptly to minimize impact on production.
- Monitored quality of content and set editorial direction for each new piece.
- Spearheaded casting sessions, selecting talent that best fits the project's needs.
- Researched production topics using internet, video archives and other informational sources.
- Studied scripts and made revisions and changes for improvement to produce highly successful programs.
- Assisted in the pre-production process by selecting locations and hiring personnel.
- Resolved personnel problems by liaising between dissenting parties.
- Produced leads by cold calling prospects, networking at events and effectively using social media networks.
Production Manager
BBC Worldwide
08.2013 - 09.2013
Production Manager
TGroup Productions
04.2013 - 07.2013
Coordinating Producer
BBC Worldwide
03.2012 - 02.2013
- Top Gear Season 3
- Managed crisis situations, resolving issues promptly to minimize impact on production.
- Monitored quality of content and set editorial direction for each new piece.
- Spearheaded casting sessions, selecting talent that best fits the project's needs.
- Researched production topics using internet, video archives and other informational sources.
- Studied scripts and made revisions and changes for improvement to produce highly successful programs.
- Assisted in the pre-production process by selecting locations and hiring personnel.
- Resolved personnel problems by liaising between dissenting parties.
- Produced leads by cold calling prospects, networking at events and effectively using social media networks.
Production Manager
Gurney Productions
02.2012 - 03.2012
- Duck Dynasty
Line Producer
Two Bridges Entertainment
11.2015
- I was the LP/PM for this Zendaya /Music Video
Line Producer/PM
Happy Place Productions
08.2015
- I worked as the Line Producer on this Justin Bieber Music Video 'What Do You Mean'
Line Producer
Rockhard Films
05.2015
- I was the LP/PM for this Kacey Musgraves Music Video 'Biscuits'
Production Manager
Shine America
01.2014
- Pilot for AMC
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Freight Trains/Engineer
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KSSkills
- Engaging storytelling
- Content development
- Strong interviewing
- Brand building
- Exceptional communication
- Guest coordination
- Confident public speaking
- Effective research
- SEO
- Audio editing proficiency
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Audience engagement
- Remote broadcast
- Public speaking confidence
- Event hosting
- Creative storytelling
- Production planning
- Production oversight
- Pre-production planning
- Live streaming
- Budgeting and scheduling
- Travel coordination
- Crew monitoring
- Social media promotion
- Equipment procurement
- Budget forecasting
- Deadline management
- Tax incentive utilization
- Shooting schedule preparation
- Segment planning
- Budget preparation
- Cost control
- Union regulations
- Team coordination
- Film industry experience
- Permit acquisition
- Crew hiring
- Stakeholder management
- Film production
- Legal compliance
- Concept development
- Location scouting
- Creative vision
- Insurance management
- Scheduling expertise
- Script breakdown
- Digital media
- Casting coordination
- Production team leadership
- Effective interviewer
- Field production
- Digital video production process
- Marketing and promotion
- Team organization
- Film and video production
- Event planning
- Relationship building
- Editing software proficiency
- Live stream support
- Team leadership
- Broadcast media
- Purchase orders
Affiliations
- I have been a proven asset to have on set with my abilities to drive anything from a tractor, to a Locomotive. I also have various skills that have helped move production along seamlessly without anyone really knowing the true impact. From my time in the US Army, to driving freight trains, I believe I can help any department thrive.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Line Producer
Astra Filmworks
11.2024 - 12.2024
Production Manager
Eureka Productions
08.2024 - 11.2024
Production Manager
Macho Grande Pictures
05.2024 - 07.2024
Podcast Host / Podcast Producer
Go for Donny
08.2023 - Current
Production Manager
Eureka Productions
07.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant Director
Warm Springs Productions
07.2023 - 09.2023
Production Manager
The Walt Disney Company
03.2023 - 05.2023
Production Supervisor
Jamestown Productions Inc.
11.2020 - 05.2021
Head of Production
Take 2 Productions
03.2019 - 08.2020
Assistant Director / Pro Driver
Carnage Film
10.2018 - 12.2018
Production Manager
Fullscreen
06.2017 - 06.2018
Production Supervisor
Hurwitz Creative
07.2016 - 06.2017
Production Supervisor
Raw TV LTD
02.2016 - 04.2016
Coordinating Producer
BBC Worldwide
12.2015 - 02.2016
Line Producer
Two Bridges Entertainment
11.2015
Line Producer/PM
Happy Place Productions
08.2015
Line Producer/AD
Original Media
05.2015 - 06.2015
Line Producer
Rockhard Films
05.2015
Production Manager
Renegade 83, Inc.
09.2014 - 02.2015
Production Manager
Shine America
01.2014
Production Manager
BBC Worldwide
08.2013 - 09.2013
Coordinating Producer
Sun Never Sets Productions
06.2013 - 11.2013
Production Manager
TGroup Productions
04.2013 - 07.2013
Coordinating Producer
BBC Worldwide
03.2012 - 02.2013
Production Manager
Gurney Productions
02.2012 - 03.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Freight Trains/Engineer
Johnson County Community College
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