Nicholas Mandri
Texas De Brazil Dadeland
Miami,TX
2
Languages
14
years of professional experience
Project and operations professional with 10+ years of experience leading complex, cross-functional projects in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to manage logistics, coordinate stakeholders, solve problems under pressure, and deliver high-quality results on schedule. Seeking to leverage leadership, operations, and project management experience in a corporate environment.
Work History
Gaucho (Carver)
1 Year 8 Months- I am part of a dynamic team of carvers who provide an authentic rodizio-style fine dining experience to anyone looking to enjoy high-quality meats.
- Led initiative to elevate customer service standards at Gaucho by transitioning from traditional meat presentation to a more engaging dining experience.
- Fostered relationships among gauchos, kitchen staff, managers, and servers to enhance communication and improve overall customer service.
- Communicated with managers to align on strategies for achieving goals. to do our best to reach quarterly goals.
- Cultivated a strong work ethic among gauchos to drive positive cultural change within the company.
- Handled the preparation, cooking, and serving of all meats in the restaurant.
- Cleaned and maintained the rotisserie before and after every shift.
Creative Director
7 Years 4 Months- Led creative direction and production of all projects, contributing to founding and growth of production company. Coordinated with clients to conceptualize, write, and execute video projects aligned with their vision.
- Successfully built and nurtured a collaborative team.
- Tailored content strategies to align with the evolving demands of a rapidly shifting market.Collaborated with clients to conceptualize and write scripts tailored to their vision.
- Built and nurtured collaborative team, fostering an environment that encouraged creativity and innovation.
- Managed logistics and maintained strict schedule adherence, ensuring client satisfaction and successful project delivery.
- Managed logistics for commercial shoots, ensuring all technical setups were completed safely and efficiently.
- Safely set up and adjusted lighting according to shot lists and diagrams for optimal results.
Contestant Department Wrangler
6 Years 1 Month- Acted as a key liaison between production, contestants, and their families, facilitating smooth operations and high morale throughout multiple seasons.
- Advocated for contestants and their families, consistently upholding their rights and well-being.
- Ensured producer safety during high-pressure audition processes.
- Coordinated contestant schedules across multiple sound stages, managing transportation, lodging, and logistics for minors’ tutoring.
- Promoted positive morale among contestants during filming during long hours of downtime on set.
- Ensured the safety of producers during high-pressure audition processes.
- The Voice (S3-S10)
Challenge Producer
1 Year 10 Months- Led creation and implementation of chef challenges, collaborating with executive producers and cross-functional departments to achieve engaging content.
- Created challenges from conceptualization through construction and live execution.
- Tested challenges for safety, feasibility, and maximum on-screen impact.
- Coordinated and managed schedules for seamless contestant execution, ensuring timely production flow.
- Prepared and managed schedules to ensure seamless execution from contestants.
- Organized production runs specific to creative content, meeting tight deadlines.
- Sustained comedic tone on camera under external pressures, enhancing overall entertainment value.
- Contributed to the creative process of Cutthroat Kitchen over multiple seasons.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - International Relations
Associates in Arts - International Relations
High School - Theater
Skills
Service Efficiency
Can Work Long Hours
Excel-Word-Powerpoint
Brainstorming
Problem-Solving
Walkie Etiquette
Friendly
Customer engagement
Adaptability
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
Other Jobs & Experience
- Contestant Wrangler - Street Art Throwdown - Oxygen/Manhouse Productions (2016)
- Production Assistant - Basketball Housewives - MTV/Hollywood Center Studios (2015)
- Production Assistant - HellBig Show - E! Entertainment (2015)
- Scare-actor - Halloween Horror Nights - Universal Studios, Hollywood (2012)
- Production Assistant - Shark Week - Discovery Channel/Capsule Media (2008)
Timeline
Gaucho (Carver)
Texas De Brazil Dadeland
2024.12 - CurrentRead More
Creative Director
Sunstruck Studios
2017.07 - 2024.11Read More
Challenge Producer
Food Network
2014.09 - 2016.07Read More
Contestant Department Wrangler
NBC Universal
2012.10 - 2018.11Read More
New World School of the Arts
High School from Theater
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Miami Dade College
Associates in Arts from International Relations
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Florida International University
Bachelor's Degree from International Relations
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