Douglas Shankman - Entrepreneurial Enterprises - Contemporary Dance Arts

Summary

Seasoned, innovative, and results-driven professional with a strong background in the entertainment industry as both an artist and administrator. Experienced in Event Management and Project Management focusing on cross-functional team leadership, ensuring a strong collaborative process that focuses on operational excellence and maximizing the value of the product. Skilled in envisioning product innovation, strategic planning, leadership, evaluating data and making informed decisions, optimizing customer experiences. Seeking a Product Owner position to leverage expertise and drive success in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Overview

11

years of professional experience

2

Certifications

Work History

Product Management & Strategy

Contemporary Dance Arts

New York, NY

01.2014 - Current

Initiated the development of marketing strategies and pitch decks using Pictory.AI, boosting brand awareness by 39% and driving engagement
Implemented agile management techniques to increase productivity by 15% in the last fiscal quarter
Proven record of driving successful projects through effective communications, strategic planning and fostering a collaborative work environment
Coordinated with diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business values
Implemented operational programs and monitored key performance indicators to optimize processes and enhance product quality
Fostered a collaborative work environment through effective conflict resolution and team-building techniques, ensuring high performance and psychological safety
Envisioned, directed and managed various special events and choreographic offerings, showcasing ground breaking and innovative new works, proven record in creating epic live theatrical events and digital experiences.
Conducted and evaluated market research to identify customer needs and competitive landscape, informing product strategy decisions.
Assisted in the creation of product roadmaps to guide future development efforts and align with business objectives and enhance company values.
Evaluated potential partnerships with complementary companies or technologies that could enhance existing products or open up new markets opportunities.
Supported the formulation of a go-to-market strategy by contributing to pricing analysis, competitive positioning, and promotional planning.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Undergraduate Drama, Directing

New York University

New York, NY

Skills

Product Ownership: Enhancing, defining and managing the products vision strategy based on customer's and stakeholder's needs and evaluating market research Implementing both waterfall and agile based managements skills as requested
Project Management: Certified in Project Management and Agile Project Management Proficient in Asana, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, iWork Proficient in scrum master methodologies
Customer Insight: Strong understanding of customer needs, focusing on market trends and user experience enhancement by integrating customer feedback into product development and strategy
Cross-Functional Leadership: Adept at leading diverse and interdependent teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring project goals are met
Leadership & Collaboration: Skilled in leading teams by influence, skilled with principle negotiating techniques, skilled in achieving project goals, deliverables, deadlines and celebrating milestones
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in video and music editing, as well as designing visual and musical presentations
Event Management & Presentation: Conceived, implemented and produced ground breaking digital and immersive works, Produced various special events for Macy's Studios, Usdan Arts, Pepsico, NCL, Applebees, AT&T, Chezzam Entertainment, Xanadu Entertainment and ETB Productions, Conceived, choreographed and directed new contemporary ballets with original scores and fashion forward costume design with well established dance companies: Off center Dance Company, Keter Productions, Curtain Call Productions, Summer Theater of New Canaan, Contemporary Dance Arts, Velocity Dance Theater, Indiana NW Ballet, Delaware Ballet

Product Backlog Management
Product requirement documentation
Design thinking
Data-driven decision-making
Voice of Customer Analysis
Feature Prioritization
Market Research Analysis

Certification

Project Management, https://coursera.org/share/23008b64034d8895429a410dfcab917e
Agile Project Management, https://coursera.org/verify/XETE3M6DKSGU

Portfolio

Contemporary Dance Arts, https://bit.ly/3AQDjWF,
Contemporary Dance Arts Information, https://bit.ly/CDARTS6
Pitch Deck for Kuk’ulkan, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jiH0eeANF8uXg2Qc27ifG5AIhKP8w7XT/view?usp=sharing
Www.stonc.org, http://www.stonc.org

Domain Experience

Event Management, Project Management and Immersive Events
Expertise in the Hospitality industry
Expertise in the Entertainment Industry
Creating innovative, epic and groundbreaking theatrical performances and special events
Creating digital and immersive events, pop ups and "happenings".
Strong writing and presentational skills.
Hotel Operations
Fund Raising Events and Galas
Travel
Cultural Activities
Premium Services
Culinary Arts
Recreational Activities
Ted Talks
Dedicated to enhancing humanity through the arts and continuous learning

Linkedinprofile

https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-shankman-134a9739/

Awards

Award-winning theatrical director and choreographer for various productions in Regional Theaters, Off-Broadway and Touring Companies.

Affiliations

Broadway Dance Center

Work Availability

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Accomplishments

Artistic Director and Product Owner of Contemporary Dance Arts for more than a decade and growing.
Entrepreneurial enterprises
Expertise in Theatrical Direction and Choreography.
Highly skilled in Project Management and Agile Methodologies.
Highly skilled in script writing, dramaturgical support and business communications.
Skilled in Administrative support, company management, hosting special events and Ted talks.
Producing Manager for several ground breaking upcoming projects. Copyright's Pending.
Innovative
Visionary
Strong Collaborator
Team Leader
Creative
Strong Interpersonal Skills

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Hybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany Culture

Quote

To Override the impossible is the Artist's journey. To move through space and time with integrity is humankind's salvation.

Douglas C. Shankman

Software

Project Management Tools

Google Workspace

Music and Video Editing

Create AI Presentations and Pitch Decks

Languages

English

Full Professional

Interests

Performing Arts

Science Fiction

Travel and Cultural Bookings

Fine Dining

Continuous Learning

Animal Lover

Spending time with children and fun loving humans

Creator for Immersive Events and Theatrial Experiences

Websites

https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-shankman-134a9739/

Timeline

Product Management & Strategy

Contemporary Dance Arts

01.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Undergraduate Drama, Directing

New York University