Jorie Landfear
La Grange Park,IL
Summary
Creative Editor and Producer experienced in editing and production across agency and client/vendor environments. Delivered high-quality content through expertise in post-production processes while adapting to diverse media landscapes. Committed to contributing to successful project outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Post Producer
Monks
Chicago, Illinois
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Led strategic initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency across departments.
- Drove project completion through management of cross-functional teams and adherence to timelines.
- Oversaw budget management, aligning resource allocation with strategic project objectives.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication, aligning project deliverables with business goals.
- Developed relationships with essential stakeholders to drive project initiatives forward.
- Established partnerships with key vendors to secure successful project outcomes.
- Mentored junior executives, enhancing leadership and project management capabilities.
- Prepared staff schedules and assigned specific duties to team members.
Freelance Producer
Various
Chicago, Illinois
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Picture North, 1986 Studios, Harbor, Midnight Snack, Whitehouse, Carbon
- Developed production schedules to optimize project timelines and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with creative teams to align vision and execution for projects.
- Managed budgets and financial forecasts for various production initiatives.
- Supervised post-production processes including VFX, conform, color grading, and shipping to deliver the final product on time.
Head of Production
Carbon
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Led team of 4 producers to streamline production processes across three office locations.
- Coordinated bids and scoped VFX projects, ensuring alignment with creative design objectives.
- Facilitated internal pitch teams, developing comprehensive bid packages for client presentations.
- Maintained daily cost tracking and job oversight to ensure budget adherence.
- Oversaw project execution as producer, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Developed strategic partnerships with sister editorial company to strengthen collaborative efforts.
- Collaborated with clients including Leo Burnett, DDB, CK, FCB, and Burrell to deliver high-quality results.
Production Operations Manager
McDonald's-A123
12.2019 - 09.2021
- Oversaw video production operations for McDonald's in-house agency, enhancing service delivery for corporate clients.
- Oversaw live and virtual events, corporate-owned social channels, training, and global communications.
- Implemented standardized production methods to enhance efficiency for agency account teams.
- Led the production of multiple internal virtual events and communications initiatives.
- Collaborated with account team to develop 'StoryLab' content hub for corporate social media and website.
- Broadened production vendor and freelance creative resource network, aligning capabilities with project requirements.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients including McDonald’s Corporate Relations and Global Marketing.
- Developed communication strategies for US Communications and US People departments, improving message consistency.
Studio Operations Director
We Are Unlimited
Chicago, USA
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Oversaw studio team of designers, motion graphics artists, and content creators to produce top-tier content across platforms.
- Streamlined project workflows and departmental processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Identified and implemented efficiencies in project workflows and departmental processes.
- Evaluated project requirements and resource utilization to optimize staffing of staff and freelancers.
- Developed departmental vision and goals to increase client value.
- Partnered with clients including McDonald's to deliver tailored content solutions.
Executive Producer/Sr. Producer
Greenhouse
Chicago, USA
10.2007 - 10.2019
- Oversaw daily operations of 30+ internal content group, managing live action production, editorial, 2D/3D animation, VFX, and audio offerings to ensure seamless project execution.
- Scoped, scheduled, and produced projects of varying sizes while mentoring junior production staff to foster skill development.
- Hired and staffed teams, developed workflow and process solutions, and addressed technical needs to enhance production capabilities.
- Clients include: Nintendo, Samsung, Altria, McDonald's, Dunkin' Donuts, Kellogg's, Allstate, Kimberly-Clark, The Pokémon Company, Intel, Miller, Firestone, Marshalls
Sr. Production Manager
Bally Total Fitness
Chicago, USA
06.2005 - 10.2007
- Led DRTV monthly commercial TV and radio production, collaborating with internal creative group and external agency partners to deliver impactful content.
- Produced TV/Radio from creative brief to completion for both the General and Hispanic Markets, website content, and internal projects.
- Managed talent operations including casting, production, payment, contract negotiation, and communication to ensure seamless execution.
- Coordinated music production, rights, licensing, and payments, ensuring compliance and timely delivery of all audio assets.
- Facilitated internal creative and legal approval processes.
Associate Producer
Axelrod & Assoc/AKPD
Chicago, USA
03.2004 - 01.2005
- Produced live action commercial shoots, coordinating talent and crew throughout pre-production to ensure seamless execution.
- Managed national distribution of radio and TV spots for high-profile clients.
- Oversaw post-production processes, managing research, licensing, and footage acquisition to deliver polished final products.
- Oversaw post-production processes, including research, licensing, and footage acquisition.
- Supervised edit sessions while managing the approval workflow for projects.
- Participated in casting sessions and location scouting to select optimal settings.
- Edited noncommercial projects in-house, enhancing overall quality and efficiency.
- Managed national distribution of radio and TV spots, ensuring timely delivery to high-profile clients and maintaining brand integrity.
Online Editor/Asst Editor
Superior Street Post
Chicago, USA
08.1999 - 03.2004
- Transitioned from avid TV viewer to editor in Chicago, later moved into production, gaining experience in politics and fitness across agency, client, and vendor sides.
- Enhanced audio and visual elements in post-production projects, contributing to polished final cuts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Video Production
Butler University
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Production planning
- Budget management
- Workflow planning
- Operations oversight
- Vendor partnerships
- Project management
- Client relationship management
- Resource allocation
- Team leadership
- Mentorship and coaching
- Problem resolution
- CETA Software
Timeline
Executive Post Producer
Monks
02.2025 - 05.2026
Freelance Producer
Various
10.2023 - 02.2025
Head of Production
Carbon
09.2021 - 05.2023
Production Operations Manager
McDonald's-A123
12.2019 - 09.2021
Studio Operations Director
We Are Unlimited
01.2019 - 12.2019
Executive Producer/Sr. Producer
Greenhouse
10.2007 - 10.2019
Sr. Production Manager
Bally Total Fitness
06.2005 - 10.2007
Associate Producer
Axelrod & Assoc/AKPD
03.2004 - 01.2005
Online Editor/Asst Editor
Superior Street Post
08.1999 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Video Production
Butler University
References
Upon Request