FAISSAL SAM SHAIB
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic and enthusiastic Producer skilled in scheduling and production management. Possesses demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful strategies, meeting tight deadlines and exceeding goals. Exceptional organizational and communication skills for working with diverse teams
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer
Pinch - Feature Film
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
Producer
Arzé - Feature Film
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Arzé was an official selection in the Cairo Film Festival, Beijing International Film Festival, Tribeca International Film Festival 2024, and many other festivals around the world.
- Oversaw all of the production aspects from pre to post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
- Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
Manager of Physical Productions
Participant Media
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Working on several multimillion-dollar features Managing day-to-day Production needs
- Find HODs and work on paperwork and logistics for each feature film
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Production Manager
Disney Plus
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Hired crew in the Bay Area and oversaw budget and daily operations on location
- Managed COVID-19 logistics as a compliance officer
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
Operations Manager
Film Independent
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Hires temporary employees and oversees budgets and daily operations
- Manages logistics for GMM residencies and workshops
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
Production Consultant
Peace By Chocolate
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Conducted regular performance reviews for production staff, offering constructive feedback and tailored development plans to further enhance skills.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams for timely product launches, ensuring seamless integration into the market.
Nominations Coordinator
Spirit Awards
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Producer
Commercial Oddly Specific Media
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Monitored and Coordinated two Credit Union Commercials
- Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
Producer Mentor
Outfest Film Festival
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Interviewed and hired crew members and led scheduling and budgeting teams
- Managed logistics and interviews for Sundance's digital content
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
Production Manager
Sundance Film Festival
01.2019 - 02.2019
- Interviewed and hired crew members and led scheduling and budgeting teams
- Managed logistics and interviews for Sundance's digital content
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
Production Manager, Docu-series Making a Murderer
Netflix
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Arranged travel and accommodations for a 5-unit camera crew in four different states
- Led the team delivering the show to the network
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Production Manager - Wyrm Feature Film
Endeavor Content
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Oversaw day-to-day production needs for a 25-day union shoot
- Hired and oversaw crew members and worked closely on budget and schedule
- Managed multiple crew concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Producer - Commercial
One Hope
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Led the delivery of three commercials for the wine company
- Negotiated contracts with clients, focusing on mutually beneficial terms and long-term partnerships.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
Web series
Morgan Could & Company
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Oversaw the crew, schedules, and budget of the series
- Responsible for delivering on time and budget
Education
Masters of Fine Arts - Film and Television Production
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA2017
Bachelor of Arts - Film and Digital Production
Miami International University
Miami, FL01.2014
Skills
- Production Scheduling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Social Media
- Post-Production Processes
- Project Management
- Production Operations
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Producer
Pinch - Feature Film
09.2023 - 09.2024
Producer
Arzé - Feature Film
02.2023 - 11.2023
Manager of Physical Productions
Participant Media
04.2021 - 02.2023
Production Manager
Disney Plus
09.2020 - 04.2021
Operations Manager
Film Independent
02.2020 - 12.2020
Production Consultant
Peace By Chocolate
11.2019 - 02.2020
Nominations Coordinator
Spirit Awards
08.2019 - 12.2019
Producer
Commercial Oddly Specific Media
05.2019 - 08.2019
Producer Mentor
Outfest Film Festival
04.2019 - 05.2019
Production Manager
Sundance Film Festival
01.2019 - 02.2019
Production Manager - Wyrm Feature Film
Endeavor Content
04.2018 - 09.2018
Production Manager, Docu-series Making a Murderer
Netflix
07.2017 - 10.2018
Producer - Commercial
One Hope
04.2017 - 08.2017
Web series
Morgan Could & Company
06.2016 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Film and Digital Production
Miami International University
Masters of Fine Arts - Film and Television Production
University of Southern California
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