Jess Ryle
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Integrated Producer with experience leading campaigns of all sorts including live action, photography, animation, vfx, etc, from creative development through post production with attention to detail and natural curiosity. Passionate about organizing chaos through process, championing under-represented talent, creating checklists, appreciating good design, and crafting engaging storytelling.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Producer
Various Clients
01.2024 - Current
- Freelance producer managing a variety of projects across live action, photography, and digital content.
- Collaborates with creative teams and stakeholders to guide campaigns from concept to completion, ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Expertise includes coordinating pre-production and post-production, managing budgets, and streamlining processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Experience spans diverse industries, adapting to client needs and delivering impactful solutions in fast-paced environments.
Producer
Ogilvy
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Led integrated and social campaigns with budgets ranging from $50k to $950k, ensuring successful execution from creative development to final delivery
- Oversaw high-profile projects, including the award-winning "Tear The Paper Ceiling" campaign
- Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Conducted thorough pre-production planning sessions, ensuring all stakeholders were aligned on project objectives and timelines.
- Oversaw post-production processes, including video editing and sound mixing, to ensure a polished final product.
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication channels among team members during projects.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that contributed to the overall success of each project.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to reduce production costs without compromising on quality.
Associate Producer
360i
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Produced projects independently with budgets under $150k, and in partnership with Executive Producers for larger-scale initiatives
- Managed project timelines, vendor procurement, and production processes, ensuring smooth pre-production and post-production workflows
- Oversaw post-production activities including video editing, sound mixing, color correction, and motion graphics creation to achieve high-quality final products.
- Maintained accurate records of production elements such as scripts, budgets, and schedules to ensure seamless project execution.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
Executive Assistant to CCO/Creative Coordinator
360i
03.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided executive support to the Chief Creative Officer, 5 Executive Creative Directors, and 2 Vice Presidents, managing complex and dynamic calendars with precision.
- Coordinated domestic and international travel arrangements, ensuring seamless logistics and itinerary planning across multiple time zones.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for the executive team and senior management group.
- Planned and executed internal events, ranging from large-scale company meetings to intimate team gatherings, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
- Developed and delivered presentations to support communication of key initiatives and strategies.
- Anticipated executive needs to ensure smooth operations and proactively addressed potential challenges.
- Maintained confidentiality, prioritized tasks, and managed multiple projects in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Family Assistant
Various Clients
05.2008 - 03.2017
- Expanded role from nanny to household manager, blending childcare duties with administrative tasks.
- Orchestrated developmental activities, maintained schedules for children's activities and medical appointments, and coordinated household staff commitments.
- Planned imaginative adventures, constructed forts, managed meal planning, handled household shopping, and addressed any additional challenges that arose.
- Improved family organization by implementing efficient scheduling systems and maintaining calendars.
- Organized family vacations and outings, ensuring memorable experiences while adhering to budgets and schedules.
- Streamlined household management by establishing routines and systems to maximize efficiency in daily tasks.
Administrative Assistant
Blue Shield of California
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Served as an Administrative Assistant in the Group Sales department, providing support to the sales team through calendar management, travel coordination, expense processing, scheduling appointments with potential clients, and preparing supplies and materials.
- Scrubbed insurance applications for small businesses, ensuring all details were accurate and working with processing and underwriting departments to complete applications.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service by responding promptly to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Optimized executive calendar management by scheduling appointments strategically, considering priorities, and minimizing conflicts.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CASkills
Relationship Building
Teamwork and Collaboration
Effective Communication
Content Production
Timeline Management
Bidding
Timeline
Freelance Producer
Various Clients
01.2024 - Current
Producer
Ogilvy
10.2021 - 12.2023
Associate Producer
360i
09.2018 - 10.2021
Executive Assistant to CCO/Creative Coordinator
360i
03.2017 - 09.2018
Family Assistant
Various Clients
05.2008 - 03.2017
Administrative Assistant
Blue Shield of California
01.2003 - 01.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
City College of San Francisco