Gabriella Hainline

Dallas,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with over 6 years of experience in payroll accounting for film and television, combining exceptional communication and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering results under pressure. Recognized for a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues, with a strong focus on optimizing processes to support team objectives. Expertise in ensuring compliance with labor laws, handling sensitive data, and streamlining workflows for all cast and crew departments in productions.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Producer

Croatoan (Feature Film - Bankhead Productions LLC)

01.2024 - 01.2025

Managed payroll for cast and crew members for a SAG feature film production. Collaborated with directors and producers to create the budget and ensure proper payment for all cast and crew and local vendors and individuals for filming locations.
Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete the project.
Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.

Payroll Accountant

Freelance Film Production (Various Studios)

01.2018 - 01.2025

Managed payroll for 500+ of cast and crew members per project on union (IATSE, SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA) and non-union productions. Collaborated with department heads, producers, and studio reps to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
Locations: NY, NJ, MA, TX, NM, AR
Delivered human resources financial support by certifying and processing payroll, completing deposits, performing pay adjustments and promptly distributing checks.
Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance Major, Marketing Minor

University of Arkansas – Sam M. Walton College of Business

Dallas, TX

01.2017

Skills

Expertise in payroll for IATSE, SAG, DGA, and WGA
Payroll Reporting to Studio Finance Executives
Coordinating contract compliance with representation teams
Team leadership and cross-department coordination
Payroll Software: SmartStart, GreenSlate, Showbiz, Microsoft Suite
Budget analysis skills

Strategic creativity
Vendor relationship oversight
Management of production personnel
Timeline management
Account reconciliation
Task management and delegation for payroll team

Websites

Affiliations

International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 484 Texas and Oklahoma Region Member

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