Julie Michaud
Oswego,IL
Summary
Results-driven media production professional with over 10 years of experience in managing complex projects and budgets within dynamic creative environments. Demonstrated success in streamlining operations and optimizing workflows to ensure timely and budget-compliant production delivery. Skilled in coordinating post-production processes, negotiating contracts, and leading diverse teams to achieve project goals. Seeking to leverage strategic problem-solving abilities and collaborative approach in a challenging production management role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager (Head of Production)
Pixcom Production Inc.
Montreal, Canada
03.2016 - 07.2023
- Managed production budgets exceeding $1M USD, consistently ensuring financial control and efficiency.
- Led and mentored teams of 5 to 40 professionals, including research assistants, production coordinators, and camera operators.
- Negotiated contracts and service agreements with vendors and external partners.
- Developed and implemented internal communication strategies, production schedules, and operational processes
- Oversaw pre- and post-production activities, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality content delivery
- Partnered with the VP of Finance to manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
- Canadian Television Production Company (50+ employees, $50M+ CAD revenue)
- Oversaw post-production activities such as editing, sound mixing, color correction and graphics design.
- Tackled issues with crew members and actors immediately to achieve quick and effective resolution while keeping projects on schedule.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior production staff, fostering professional growth.
- Led production teams across various projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
- Conferred with technical directors and crew members to discuss the details of production.
- Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals.
- Monitored daily operations of studio facilities including lighting systems and audio equipment used for broadcast purposes.
- Oversaw the selection and management of production locations, securing permits and ensuring compliance.
- Cultivated fun, inclusive and professional studio culture.
- Facilitated communication between all production departments to ensure cohesive operations.
- Managed production schedules, adjusting timelines and resources as necessary.
- Coordinated and supervised multiple teams during all phases of television production.
Post-Production Coordinator (Promotion)
Bell Media Group
Montreal, Canada
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Coordinated multiple post-production projects from rush reception to final mixing.
- Managed workflows for offline video editing, music editing, sound effects creation, voice synchronization, and mixing.
- Ensured smooth communication between production teams, editors, and technical staff.
- Canadian television broadcaster (5,000+ employees, $1B+ CAD revenue).
- Provided guidance to editors on best practices for efficient workflow and quality assurance.
Production Coordinator
Musimax / Musique Plus (Bell Media Group)
Montreal, Canada
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Coordinated all aspects of television production across pre- and post-production stages.
- Researched and sourced internal and external visual materials for interviews and background content.
- Managed guest bookings and logistics for on-air appearances.
- Secured and organized filming locations for various productions.
- Assisted with onboarding new employees and training production staff.
- Acted as a key liaison between the finance, production, operations, and realization teams.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Communication Science
University of Montreal
01.2014
College Diploma - Media Communication
Lasalle Conservatory
01.2009
Skills
- Proficient in Advanced Excel Functions
- Visual Communication
- Nielsen Database Management
- Budget management
- Strategic Production Planning
- Contract Management
- Proven Team Leadership Skills
- Post-Production Oversight
- Process Optimization
- Effective Problem Resolution
- Editing supervision
- Workflow optimization
- Crisis management
- Live event production
- Documentary Production
- Television Game Show Production
- Project management
- Production team leadership
Hobbies and Interests
- Competitive tennis player and instructor
- Passionate part-time baker
Languages
- French, Native
- English, Business Fluent
- German, A2
Affiliations
- Play competitive tennis when I was younger
- In the Last 2 years started to play golf really passionnate about
- Love cooking and baking
- Spending time with my husband and boys
- Love coffee
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Limited
Dutch
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Manager (Head of Production)
Pixcom Production Inc.
03.2016 - 07.2023
Post-Production Coordinator (Promotion)
Bell Media Group
01.2015 - 03.2016
Production Coordinator
Musimax / Musique Plus (Bell Media Group)
01.2011 - 12.2014
Bachelor’s Degree - Communication Science
University of Montreal
College Diploma - Media Communication
Lasalle Conservatory
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