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Mike Barry

Culver City,CA

Summary

With 24 years of experience in entertainment production, I possess a deep understanding of the production process. Skilled in assessing creative production goals and implementing effective strategies. Expertise in managing stakeholder expectations, budgeting, and clear communication. Seeking opportunities to apply my expertise in new environments and build new career relationships.

Work History

Location Manager

Disney - Hulu / Freeform TV – Good Trouble (Seasons 1-5, 2018–2024)
  • Directed large-scale location teams, ensuring seamless project execution from inception to completion
  • Orchestrated logistics and processes, aligning creative visions with financial realities for optimal outcomes
  • Successfully negotiated contracts, location fees, and vendor agreements, optimizing costs without compromising quality
  • Managed the end-to-end administrative tasks, including contract management, insurance documentation, and invoice processing
  • Developed and maintained detailed budgets, closely tracking expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility
  • Sourced and coordinated essential production services, such as transportation, infrastructure, and media support, while overseeing event services and post-project site restoration
  • Collaborated with city, state, and federal agencies to secure necessary permits and staffing, ensuring compliance with all regulations.

Location Manager

Sony - LA's Finest (Pilot)
  • Led location management for the pilot episode, ensuring all logistical aspects were efficiently handled
  • Negotiated location fees and secured vendor agreements, ensuring the production stayed within budget
  • Coordinated transportation, infrastructure, and media support, as well as managed event services and site restoration post-shoot
  • Worked closely with city and state agencies to obtain necessary permits and ensure compliance with local regulations.

Location Manager

Amazon TV - Goliath / Transparent / The Legend of Master Legend
  • Managed all aspects of location scouting and management, ensuring seamless integration with the production schedule
  • Negotiated favorable terms with locations and vendors, maintaining cost efficiency
  • Coordinated logistical services including transportation and infrastructure, ensuring all needs were met on set
  • Secured necessary permits and coordinated with local authorities for compliance.

Location Manager

Showtime - The Affair (Season 4, 2nd Unit Additional Photography)
  • Directed location operations for additional photography, ensuring alignment with the primary production team
  • Negotiated with location owners and vendors to secure favorable terms, maintaining budgetary control
  • Managed all logistical services, including transportation and site setup, for the additional photography unit
  • Coordinated with local authorities for necessary permits and regulatory compliance.

Education

B.A. -

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Team Management
  • Vendor Relations
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Negotiation
  • Budgeting
  • Financial Management
  • Production Services
  • Logistics
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Site Inspection
  • Permitting
  • Business Correspondence
  • Logistics Management
  • Location Scouting
  • Team Supervision
  • Film production
  • Contracting
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Scouting

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Location Manager

Disney - Hulu / Freeform TV – Good Trouble (Seasons 1-5, 2018–2024)

Location Manager

Sony - LA's Finest (Pilot)

Location Manager

Amazon TV - Goliath / Transparent / The Legend of Master Legend

Location Manager

Showtime - The Affair (Season 4, 2nd Unit Additional Photography)

B.A. -

San Francisco State University
Mike Barry