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Overview
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Nicholas Burson

Nicholas Burson

Pasadena,CA

Summary

Executive leader with over 20 years of experience in Account Management and Technical Operations, specializing in driving growth in dynamic environments. Proven expertise in advanced technical operations, engineering, and information technologies, developed through extensive training in boutique settings. Strong background in client-facing roles, including account management and sales, leveraging interpersonal skills to build lasting relationships and achieve business objectives.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Strategic Account Executive

Point.360
08.2023 - Current
  • Directed the account management of high profile studio clientele.
  • Led a team of account managers and studio implants.
  • Communicated client needs to the technical operations staff.
  • Project management of many high yield endeavors.

Producer /Senior Operations Manager

Fotokem
Burbank, California
12.2016 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw operations management for Digital Intermediate and Dailies teams, including all artists and producers.
  • Managed high-profile film and television projects with tier zero security protocols.
  • Produced digital intermediate and dailies from initial footage to final delivery.
  • Collaborated with filmmakers, studio executives, producers, and artists to fulfill artistic vision within time and budget constraints.

Operations Manager

IVC
Burbank, California
06.2009 - 12.2016
  • Supervised operations for on-schedule delivery of current and library restoration films and TV shows.

Education

Post Graduate Certification - AI / ML

Caltech
09.2024

Skills

  • Account management and client engagement
  • Project management and operations
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Machine learning applications
  • Team leadership and personnel management
  • Agile methodologies and strategic planning
  • Problem resolution and performance tracking
  • Financial acumen and sales strategy development
  • Technical aptitude in hardware and software
  • Customer satisfaction and service excellence
  • Team building and motivation
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Continuous improvement strategies
  • Decision-making skills
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Problem-solving techniques
  • Time management skills
  • Networking proficiency
  • Contract negotiation expertise
  • Performance tracking methods
  • Technical sales support capabilities
  • Client onboarding processes
  • Sales operations management strategies
  • Client relationship building techniques

References

  • Alison, Kravitz, VP of Operations, (818) 262-0429, Fotokem
  • Jeff, Danis, Owner, (310) 729-7958, DPN Talent
  • Jim, Hardy, CEO, (323) 314-5053, Illuminate / HTV

Affiliations

  • Dunkirk
  • Once Upon A Time In Hollywood
  • Westword S3 and S4
  • Dune 1 and 2
  • The Batman
  • The Peripheral
  • Fallout
  • The Mandalorian
  • Licorice Pizza
  • The Creator
  • Tenet

Timeline

Strategic Account Executive

Point.360
08.2023 - Current

Producer /Senior Operations Manager

Fotokem
12.2016 - 08.2023

Operations Manager

IVC
06.2009 - 12.2016

Post Graduate Certification - AI / ML

Caltech