LONDON LAWSON-BAILEY
Aspiring Film & TV Producer
Washington
Summary
Dynamic and ambitious pre-professional with over a decade of hands-on experience in performance, stage production, creative storytelling, and live event execution. A former professional child actor with credits in landmark venues including The Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, and regional theatres across the U.S., now pursuing a behind-the-scenes path into film and television production. Known for artistic discipline, logistical precision, and collaborative instincts — qualities critical to success in modern production environments. Passionate about helping directors bring their vision to life by supporting every stage of the creative process.
Knowledgeable with solid foundation in operations management. Demonstrated success in streamlining processes and supporting project implementation within fast-paced environment. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and foster collaborative team dynamics.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2028
2028
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Production & Operations Intern
Blue Lotus Management
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Served as a production-focused assistant, organizing key project materials including schedules, spreadsheets, and legal documents — similar to pre-production coordination and unit production work
- Built efficient filing and document retrieval systems, streamlining communication between departments — directly applicable to crew coordination and script supervision
- Tracked financial records and budgets with accuracy, reflecting the fiscal responsibility required in production offices and assistant roles
- Offered administrative support to senior leadership, strengthening professional communication and multitasking skills
Lead Program Coordinator (Comparable to Production Coordinator)
Kids Elite Sports Co.
06.2020 - 01.2024
- Planned, managed, and executed daily programs for 200+ campers and staff — overseeing timelines, location management, and conflict resolution akin to live shoot coordination
- Directed a team of counselors to ensure safety and smooth transitions between activities — transferable to working with crew departments and time-sensitive production flow
- Managed parent relations, logistics, and financial tracking — building a broad base in communication, time management, and operations
- Named “Best Counselor” out of 233 employees for leadership and consistency
Student Director, Editor, and Creative Producer
The Sombreros Film Club
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Created, directed, and choreographed original film projects from concept to final cut
- Shot short films using personal cameras and phones; edited using Capcut and iMovie
- Led student crews through rehearsals, storyboarding, scene blocking, and basic post-production — cultivating leadership and team management aligned with producer responsibilities
- Applied storytelling experience to visual media, developing style and structure awareness
Performance & Stage Work – Professional Theatre Productions
Various
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Over 10 years of professional stage acting experience under Broadway and Tony Award-winning directors
- Each role required rehearsal attendance, memorization, movement blocking, cue tracking, and backstage collaboration
- Venues: The Kennedy Center, National Cherry Blossom Festival, National Black Theatre Festival, Public Theater (NY), and more
- The Gospel at Colonus — The Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C
- | 2017
- I Have a Dream — The Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C
- | 2016
- New York Symphony Annual Gala – Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y | 2016
- Qadar – Performed with The Washington National Opera, The Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C
- | 2015
- A Taste of Qadar — The Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C
- | 2015
- New York Symphony Annual Gala – Carnegie Hall, New York, N.Y | 2015
- Freedom Train — Public Theater, New York, NY | 2014
- The Lion, The Unicorn & Me – Performed with The Washington National Opera, The Kennedy Center, Washington, D.C
- | 2014
- Oreo — National Black Theatre Festival, Winston-Salem, NC | 2014
- Visions — Washington School of Ballet / DC Arts Center, Washington, D.C
- | 2013
- National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade — Performer, Live TV Broadcast | Washington, D.C
- | 2013
- Reach Festival (ArtReach) — Featured Performer | Corcoran Gallery of Art, D.C
- | 2013
- Black Nativity — Howard University Theater, Washington, D.C
- | 2012
- Chocolate Covered Ants — Kennedy Center New Works Reading Series, D.C
- | 2012
- Young Writer’s Showcase — Arena Stage, Washington, D.C
- | 2011
- School Talent Tours — Touring Poetry & Dance Ensemble | MD & VA Schools | 2011–2013
- These formative years in the performing arts gave me an inside-out understanding of production dynamics — from hitting marks on stage to working with sound, lighting, costume, and script teams
- It also instilled the discipline, collaboration, and stamina that I now apply behind the camera
Published Author & Narrative Storyteller
Writopia Lab
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Published in national literary anthologies including We Were Here and Young Writers Originals
- Delivered public readings and participated in writing workshops — similar in form to table reads and development sessions
- Demonstrated an ongoing commitment to narrative development, emotional resonance, and character voice — critical tools for scriptwriting and production
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Finance
Morehouse College
Atlanta, GASkills
- Independent Film & Stage Production
- Visual Storytelling
- Creative Direction
- Script & Scene Breakdown
- Scheduling
- Budget Tracking
- Capcut
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Team Leadership
- Live Event Management
- On-Set Etiquette
Awards
- Best Counselor Award, Kids Elite Sports Co., (Top of 233 workers)
- Basketball League MVP, High School League, 01/01/22
- Top Honors, National Choreographer’s Showcase, 01/01/16
- Featured Artist, Corcoran Gallery of Art, ArtReach Expressions Exhibition, 01/01/13
Additional Affiliations
- Captain, Morehouse Lacrosse Team
- Member, American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA)
- Performer, DC Youth Orchestra, Percussionist
- Visual Artist, Corcoran Gallery, Exhibit Contributor
Timeline
Production & Operations Intern
Blue Lotus Management
06.2024 - 08.2024
Lead Program Coordinator (Comparable to Production Coordinator)
Kids Elite Sports Co.
06.2020 - 01.2024
Student Director, Editor, and Creative Producer
The Sombreros Film Club
01.2018 - 01.2022
Published Author & Narrative Storyteller
Writopia Lab
01.2013 - 01.2014
Performance & Stage Work – Professional Theatre Productions
Various
01.2008 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Finance
Morehouse College
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