George C. Carmona Jr.
Los Angeles,USA
Summary
Organized and results-driven professional with over 15 years of experience in artist development across multiple studio projects. Proven track record in business development, market research, and sales strategy formulation. Strong skills in client relationship management and effective communication, leading to enhanced productivity and successful project outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Associate/Feature Film Division
Formosa Group
Los Angeles, USA
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the development of a business plan for the expansion of the company's entertainment offerings, resulting in a 15.8% growth in the market share for 2022.
- Conducted competitive analysis and benchmarking through our company CRM to identify areas for improvement and innovation.
- Collaborated with the sales, marketing and creative team (VP's and associates) to pitch and secure studio partnerships with renowned postproduction sound artists, re-recording mixers and supervisors for promotional campaigns.
- Coordinated and managed entertainment events, ensuring smooth operations and a memorable experience for attendees.
- Played a key role in improving internal processes and workflows, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings.
Freelancer
Independent Contractor
Los Angeles, USA
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Developed marketing materials and proposals to attract new business opportunities.
- Conducted market research to inform client strategies and decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with team members to develop creative ideas for upcoming projects.
Voice-Over Department Head/Voice-Over Talent Agent
Buchwald
Los Angeles, USA
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Department Head for their west coast office & liaise with the east coast administration headquartered in NY managing over 100+ clients.
- Established and deepened partnerships with casting directors and third-party organizations such as management agencies to maintain a strong pipeline of high-quality candidates. Social Media Management.
- Cast/negotiated new and existing deals in all areas of VO: Television and Feature Animation, Video Games, Commercials, On-Air Promos, etc.
- Coordinated office support, client schedules, calendar management, time management, Voice Over recording sessions, initiated heavy conference calls and meeting logistics; proven results to work under pressure with a positive attitude during changing deadlines and challenging situations.
- Maintained organization and professionalism while managing multiple priorities at once that required high attention to detail and assertiveness.
Voice-Over Talent Agent
AVO Talent Agency
Los Angeles, USA
09.2013 - 01.2019
- Managed over 70+ of the industry's top voice actors. Handle external communications with high degree of diplomacy.
- Pitched client demos/portfolios to networks, studios, casting directors, voice directors, advertisers, showrunners, producers, and agency partners.
- Executed meetings and carried out successful negotiations/bookings within their Animation & Video Game divisions.
- Managed their entire Animation division solely for a 1 year/interim basis & acted as studio/voice director when needed.
- Company liaison to all outside parties (SAG/AFTRA, Studio Business/Legal Affairs, Talent Managers, ASCAP, Creatives, etc.)
Voice-Over Administrative Assistant
CESD Talent Agency
Los Angeles, USA
06.2010 - 08.2013
- Report to five Voice-Over talent agents providing administrative assistance as well as lean intimate knowledge of how the department functions.
- Multi-task by screening calls, analyze data entries, filing, and check for conflicts/exclusivity on all TV campaign auditions.
- Responsible for delegating a five-person team by coordinating studio time and providing clerical support for clientele (75 + a day).
- Break down client submissions, maintain casting databases, file schedule availability & booking sheets, record and collect auditions/music via email correspondences, handle heavy client scheduling, data analytics & submit auditions to casting directors, recording studios, and other vendors.
- Work independently by preparing/signing SAG/AFTRA terms and company contracts for all new and re-signing clients.
- Pitched and presented new potential clients for all five divisions of the agency's department via written/digital correspondence.
Business Affairs Executive Assistant
Abrams Artist Talent Agency
West Hollywood, USA
10.2008 - 12.2009
- Provide financial, clerical & administrative support in a detail-oriented fashion to all departments of the agency while training under one executive.
- Coordinate with payroll, production companies, attorneys, and clientele regarding the status of payment & bookings.
- Process residual payments: Class A, Wild Spot, Cable, Print-work, Internet, upgrades, and renegotiations.
- Research and analyze key aspects of the business to evaluate factors, driving results and summarized them into presentations.
Education
B.A. - Communications
Cal.State Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.2007
Skills
- Microsoft Windows and macOS
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Word processing and spreadsheets
- Email and calendar management
- Presentation software expertise
- Database management (FileMaker)
- Social media marketing
- Administrative support tasks
- Project coordination
- Office equipment maintenance
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Travel and scheduling logistics
- Multi-line phone handling
- Computer and recording software proficiency
- Virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Skype, Teams, Slack)
- Music, film and radio industry knowledge
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Collaborative teamwork abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Talent development strategies
- Client service excellence
- Negotiation tactics
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business Development Associate/Feature Film Division
Formosa Group
06.2022 - Current
Freelancer
Independent Contractor
12.2019 - 05.2022
Voice-Over Department Head/Voice-Over Talent Agent
Buchwald
01.2019 - 11.2019
Voice-Over Talent Agent
AVO Talent Agency
09.2013 - 01.2019
Voice-Over Administrative Assistant
CESD Talent Agency
06.2010 - 08.2013
Business Affairs Executive Assistant
Abrams Artist Talent Agency
10.2008 - 12.2009
B.A. - Communications
Cal.State Fullerton
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