Kailey Brandes
HollyGlen,Los Angeles
Summary
I am a Producer with over a decade of multi-faceted production experience under my belt. The art of storytelling fuels my passion for bringing ideas to life in the most strategic and innovative way. I enjoy being performance-focused, result-oriented, and an innate team leader. I truly am obsessed with organization and paying close attention to detail. I've managed live action commercials, print photography and still shoots from concept to completion. From my on-staff to freelance experience, I've honed strengths in the project-based client-direct model, management of simultaneous projects with budgets of all sizes, and a keen ability to adapt to the climate of the industry.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer | Bidding Producer
Freelance
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborate from ideation through delivery on large and small scale photo/video shoots
- Track pre and post production schedules to ensure all deliverables were met
- Oversee logistical aspects including casting, scouting, equipment rentals, and crew hiring
- Maintain personal relationships with creative production studios, talent, crew, and vendors
- Serve as the main point of contact for external agencies and internal creative teams for product launches, photo shoots, design projects, and marketing initiatives
- Develop clear briefs and present to outside partners, managing all phases of production
- Solve project issues in real time such as budget management, project delays, and sourcing
- Lead teams in curating all pertinent physical paperwork for all aspects of a shoot.
Head of Production
World War Seven
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Streamlined treatment development from conception through submission
- Established scope of project and assist Directors in pitching creative and alternatives
- Headed bidding creative from concept to final ideation alongside Director and crew
- Worked closely with Creatives/Directors to proactively clarify guidelines and deliverables
- Anticipate obstacles and provide solutions that balance creative and technical needs
- Oversee project status with Agency/Client, Director, Executive Producers, and Production
- Manage and be the first point of contact for Production teams while in active production
- Adhere to legal and business requirements to ensure distribution is successful
- Deliver the highest quality work while improving technique to ensure strategic innovation.
Production Manager
Freelance
06.2018 - 04.2022
- Establish project events to ensure timing, location, and that proper materials are prepared
- Facilitate hiring key crew members for peak success and efficiency
- Participate in build, layout, and proofreading of project and client presentations
- Keeper of all budgetary costs from ancillary to the most significant
- Prominent problem-solver while ensuring all other departments can function at their best
- Day of live-action Commercial shoot, print shoot, or event manager
- Payroll master aficionado for union and non-union shoots
- Strong understanding of contract verbiage
- Ability to produce high quality work under pressure in a timely manner.
Production Coordinator
Freelance - Self Employed
03.2017 - 06.2018
Assistant Bidder
Tool of North America
10.2015 - 03.2017
Associate Producer
Wild Plum / American Idol
02.2008 - 10.2015
Education
Bachelor's of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies -
San Diego State University
12.2012
Skills
- Creative Development
- Budget Planning
- Cost Tracking
- Project Management
- Post House Liaison
- Self Starter
- Relationship Builder
- Production Scheduling
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Contract Negotiation
Social - Linkedin
linkedin.com/in/kaileybrandes/
Timeline
Producer | Bidding Producer
Freelance
09.2023 - Current
Head of Production
World War Seven
04.2022 - 09.2023
Production Manager
Freelance
06.2018 - 04.2022
Production Coordinator
Freelance - Self Employed
03.2017 - 06.2018
Assistant Bidder
Tool of North America
10.2015 - 03.2017
Associate Producer
Wild Plum / American Idol
02.2008 - 10.2015
Bachelor's of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies -
San Diego State University
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