Jarret Matlock
Seattle,WA
Summary
Performance-driven Vice President with 15+ years of experience aligning systems with business requirements, policies and company cultures. Passionate about applying excellent organization and communication skills to manage and lead teams. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive results based on sound judgment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
VP, Creative Operations
Saatchi & Saatchi
02.2021 - Current
- Managed collaborative initiatives across Saatchi departments and Publicis Groupe agencies in service of T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile.
- Developed and evolved systems and procedures to improve operational efficacy between teams and partners
- Worked closely with agency leaders within Publicis Groupe in support of new business efforts
- Lead and mentored a team of project managers, supporting a culture of creative collaboration in pursuit of exceeding client expectations with our multi-channel work
- Effectively managed creative and agency resources, in collaboration with Finance and HR to maintain cost efficiency while ensuring project success
Digital Project Management Lead
Brooks Running
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Built operational process for newly formed digital and editorial creative teams
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks
- Monitored performance of brand and editorial executions to identify areas of improvement and adjustments resulting in increased editorial website traffic
- Worked closely with Production Team in support of execution of editorial video and photo content
Associate Director of Project Management
Publicis Seattle
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Performed tasks central to project progress, including initiating, scheduling, and managing multiple simultaneous content campaigns, both traditional and digital, for T-Mobile account
- Identified key resources and worked closely with multiple departments to ensure teams delivered against milestones on or ahead of schedule
- While servicing T-Mobile, provided lead project management support to pro bono client, KEXP Radio
- Supported new business initiatives, which included successful win of Metro by T-Mobile brand
Sr. Director of Branded Content
ABOVE AVERAGE
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Developed, produced, and managed multiple simultaneous content campaigns for assigned clients
- End-to-end creation and project management of both online and offline video productions, provide team support, and ensure delivery of targeted results
- Formulate project strategies and parameters including budget scopes, timelines, and processes
- Supervise productions and allocate resources to support teams throughout project lifecycle
- Key Accomplishments/Projects:
- Produced content including social and long-form web videos and national TV advertisements for high-profile clients including Verizon, TRESemmé, Coca-Cola/Fruitwater, Pepsi, JEEP, Lenovo, Hyundai, Converse, and Mondelez
- As first branded content team member, developed department processes and workflows with executive leadership to grow team and become key revenue-generating division within company
- Played key role in developing long term client relationships, resulting in multiple on-going campaigns.
Director of Branded Content & Production
MEDIACOM
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Provided end-to-end oversight for production activities including interacting with and managing vendors, agencies, and external customers; developed overall content initiatives and strategies
- Fostered relationships with freelance production partners and agencies
- Mentored junior team members and new hires to ensure company and client satisfaction and branding consistency
- Key Accomplishments/Projects:
- Developed custom campaigns for high-value clients including Discover, AARP, Dell, Volkswagen, and Almay
- Streamlined production processes and enhanced productivity by partnering with internal teams to establish appropriate workflows and effective communication
- Led production staff and graphics team members ranging from few employees to 20+, dependent upon project, vendors, and scope of work.
Director of Production & Development
DIGITAL BROADCASTING GROUP / DEFY MEDIA
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Oversaw creative development of creative concepts and produced web productions including reality, documentaries, scripted comedies, dramas, and editorials
- Managed project budgets, resources/resourcing, timelines, creative strategy, and delivery/execution
- Established and improved production processes for internal teams and projects; implemented workflows and ensured processes were followed
- Key Accomplishments/Projects:
- Built creative and production departments from ground-up as first employee of Digital Broadcasting Group
- Produced and managed more than 30 branded projects for clients including Diet Coke, Toyota, and HP
- Developed yearlong programming schedule for home-grown YouTube channel, SpacesTV; served as Executive Producer for three original series on this channel.
Associate Producer
FOGLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Assisted in all phases of production including concept creation, filming/completion of concept, editing, and final delivery
- Maintained tape archive and created database for accurate and ease of access
- Completed administrative functions including expense reports, general communication and inquiries, and communicating financial status to applicable stakeholders including finance department and executives
- Key Accomplishments/Projects:
- Aided in production activities for MTV, VH1, Starz, Discovery, and History Channel campaigns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Business
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FLAssociate of Science - Film
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FLSkills
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning & Development
- Integrated Content Management
- Brand Management
- Sales & Marketing Presentations
- Leadership & Mentoring
Timeline
VP, Creative Operations
Saatchi & Saatchi
02.2021 - Current
Digital Project Management Lead
Brooks Running
09.2020 - 02.2021
Associate Director of Project Management
Publicis Seattle
01.2018 - 08.2020
Sr. Director of Branded Content
ABOVE AVERAGE
01.2014 - 01.2018
Director of Branded Content & Production
MEDIACOM
01.2013 - 01.2014
Director of Production & Development
DIGITAL BROADCASTING GROUP / DEFY MEDIA
01.2007 - 01.2013
Associate Producer
FOGLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Business
Full Sail University
Associate of Science - Film
Full Sail University
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