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Griffin Townsend

San Francisco,CA

Summary

As a Technical Project Manager in a large-scale mobile network solutions company, Griffin's role involved pre-event planning, including creating Network Allocation Grids (NAGs) to track network services and specific details like VLAN, SSID, and bandwidth allocations. Collaborated with clients to adapt the NAG and floor plans, adjusting for changes in services, additions, or removals. Responsibilities extended to selecting and coordinating contractors, handling logistics such as booking travel, and leading on-site teams. During events, he ensured diligent live monitoring of all services, responded swiftly to any issues, and engaged in troubleshooting. Additionally, he coordinated with freight companies to manage equipment transportation to and from each event.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Project Manager

Straight Up Technologies
09.2022 - 12.2023
  • Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
  • Served as technical liaison, supporting engineering, management, procurement, sales and marketing, quality assurance and supply base.
  • Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance.
  • Managed project teams in Agile environment by utilizing exceptional communication with both my own team and the client.

In-Office Assistant to Executive Creative Director and Creative Department

Science + Fiction
03.2015 - Current
  • Lead Creative and Production research for multiple teams on multiple projects
  • Work with Production team to assemble creative pitches, client presentations, talent research, and other aspects of campaign support
  • Ad Hoc participation in creative brain-storming.

Production Assistant – Multiple Projects

Faber Entertainment
05.2018 - 07.2021
  • Creative Development, Pre-Production, On-Set, Post Production
  • Work with Directors to support bringing their vision to life on a per project basis
  • Work with Producer(s) to fully prep all aspects of pre-production and on-set production
  • Key on-set Production Assistant working closely with the Director, AD, and Line Producers while shooting to ensure smooth on-set operations
  • Post-Production Coordinator/PA.

Front Desk Manager

Su Casa Venice Beach
05.2018 - 06.2020
  • Original Team Member for opening of Venice’s hot new hotel
  • Oversaw all front desk operations and ad hoc Concierge needs of guests
  • Drove Social Media Strategy and Implementation.

Education

AA - Communications -

Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA

Skills

    Project Management:

  • Coordinating network-related projects for large events from planning to execution
  • Setting clear objectives, timelines, and deliverables for network-related tasks

    • Troubleshooting and Incident Response:

  • Rapidly identifying and resolving network issues during events
  • Developing and implementing incident response plans for network-related emergencies

    • Vendor Management:

  • Collaborating with network equipment vendors to ensure timely delivery and support
  • Negotiating contracts and managing relationships with network service providers

    • Interpersonal Skills:

  • Effective team member with strong interpersonal skills
  • Adept at merging into various social and work groups with ease
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Accomplishments

    Events I've supported include:

    Adobe MAX

    Salesforce Dreamforce

    SalesForce World Tours

    SalesForce Trailhead

    SalesForce Connections

    The Open Golf Tournament

    The Masters Golf Tournament

    SAP Success Connect

    Service Now Knowledge

    Tableau Developer's Conference

    Workday Rising

    Workday CKO



Timeline

Technical Project Manager

Straight Up Technologies
09.2022 - 12.2023

Production Assistant – Multiple Projects

Faber Entertainment
05.2018 - 07.2021

Front Desk Manager

Su Casa Venice Beach
05.2018 - 06.2020

In-Office Assistant to Executive Creative Director and Creative Department

Science + Fiction
03.2015 - Current

AA - Communications -

Santa Monica College

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