Hedy Hobbs

• Live-Action Production Coordinator and support to SVP and VP Live Action Production, VP Physical Production and VP VFX and Post Production.
• Primary contact person between production executives, writers, directors, producers, agents/managers, cast, studio executives and film production personnel
• Coordinated with other departments to facilitate smooth transitions between different stages of the production process.
• Increased production efficiency by maintaining equipment inventory, ensuring all gear was accounted for and in proper working condition.
• Manage the script clearance process from start to finish and coordinate the internal distribution of daily call sheets and general production updates.
• Attend departmental staff meetings, take notes, edit them, and distribute the finalized minutes.
• Oversaw all artistic endeavors within the division and managed special projects for senior leadership, aligning with company objectives and creative vision. Additionally, was frequently approached for personal creative contributions, further demonstrating expertise and trust in creative judgment.

SCREENINGS

• Administer cast & crew and internal executive screenings
• Visit/evaluate venues; work closely with venue manager & post supervisor to ensure timely delivery of show format/contract/payments and required equipment
• Design/produce artwork for e-vite and monitor RSVP list

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

• Research new opportunities. Take briefings of SVP and identify relevant data, contributors, archive material and information from various sources which support new ideas and concepts worthy of consideration. Present strategies for the potential of profitable entertainment.
• Participate in developing program ideas, based on knowledge and understanding of direct-to-consumer content. This includes: sequels and prequels to already-produced properties; expansion of storylines on projects currently in development to reach broader audiences; short-form digital programming for distribution
• Provide cogent treatment/script evaluations.
• Track and report on competitor activities and industry trends, including conducting market research and analyzing competitive markets and titles.
• Collaborate with team members and write/design artwork for persuasive Powerpoint presentation materials that convey vision and the potential of revenue-generating concepts

SCHEDULING

• Manage complex schedule and coordinates meetings with internal and external parties utilizing multiple calendars, often balancing demands of production executives and filmmakers, and anticipating problems and conflicts in advance.
• Coordinate the administration, logistics and flow of the work for the assigned executive(s); tracks and follows-up on key “to-do” items on behalf of the assigned executives.

TRAVEL

• Oversee travel schedules and arrangements, process travel requisitions and paperwork for most production travel, facilitate O1 visa applications, and collect all required travel documentation.

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• Television & Film: Developed pitch, sales, and investor presentations for multi-award-winning producers and entertainment agencies.
• Olympic Gold Medalist: Created TV series pitch presentation for an Olympic gold medal-winning athlete, Brian Boitano.
• Margaret Loesch Collaboration: Worked with CEO Margaret Loesch on key presentations for the HUB Television Network launch (a joint venture between Discovery Communications & Hasbro).
• Office Manager: Managed administrative and creative functions at Lightforce Entertainment, assisting with the JammX Kids program to enhance youth self-confidence and promote positive hip hop culture.
• Marketing Collateral Creation: Gifted my skillset by designing marketing materials that helped Children's Learning Center and Ascension Catholic School secure $8 million in funding from major foundations and donors.
• Capital Campaign Literature: Created multi-million-dollar campaign materials for organizations such as Canine Adoption and Rescue League, Boys & Girls Clubs of Conejo & Las Virgenes and Shelter Partnership, a warehouse which serves as a centralized distribution unit donating surplus inventory to homeless service agencies throughout Los Angeles County.
• Creative Director: Directed print collateral, marketing and manufacturing of non-theatrical video titles for Pacific Arts founded by Michael Nesmith (Monkees) and PBS Home Video
• General Manager: Developed marketing materials and posters for Stanhope House, promoting legendary musicians like Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Levon Helm and Roger McGuinn.