Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Roles And Responsibilities
References
Timeline
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Rich Brush

Patchogue,NY

Summary

A creative and energetic leader who thrives on contributing to the success of every aspect of production. Twenty-plus years of experience and extensive knowledge of film and television production ensure an efficient and prosperous use of exceptional organizational, communication, and time management skills, which guarantees a fruitful, productive, and positive work environment. Insightful line producer boasting an extensive career as a professional. Traveling and working extra hours to complete assignments. Successful in scheduling and production, with in-depth knowledge of the filmmaking process. Adept at overseeing pre-production activities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

CCO

Compass + Clock
New York, NY
01.2024 - Current
  • This is the company I am currently helping in all areas.

LINE PRODUCER

Zero Point Zero
03.2022 - 01.2023

Being a line producer requires you to have a hand in every aspect of production. These are some that apply to all Jobs.

  • Communicated regularly with department heads to ensure that all production components ran smoothly.
  • I ensured that administrative tasks such as travel arrangements for the cast and crew members and approving invoices from vendors and suppliers were completed.
  • Monitored the progress of post-production activities such as editing, sound mixing, and graphics creation.
  • Supported the development of funding projections by estimating project scope and budget.
  • Organized meetings between directors, producers, and editors to discuss relevant topics related to ongoing productions.
  • Established pace of programs and sequences of scenes according to time requirements and cast and set accessibility.
  • Collaborated with showrunner and post supervisor to promote proper editing of film.
  • Supervised and coordinated work of camera, lighting and sound crew members.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
  • Negotiated contracts and worked closely with legal counsel to ensure all documents were properly executed.
  • Resolved personnel problems by liaising between dissenting parties.
  • Facilitated problem solving sessions when issues arose during the course of filming or editing.
  • Conducted daily budget reviews to ensure the project stayed on track and within allocated resources.
  • Maintained consistent communication with executive team members regarding updates on current projects.
  • Reviewed and adjusted schedules and monitored expenses to ensure compliance with established budget and timeline.
  • Estimated project expenses including salaries, equipment, wardrobe set design and fees for shooting locations and permits.

EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE

Switchblade Entertainment
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Temporary six month fill in on Various Projects

LINE PRODUCER

Sharp Entertainment
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • "90 Day Fiancé: TOW" S3

LINE PRODUCER

Engel Entertainment
11.2020 - 11.2020
  • "Alaska PD" S2
  • "Wild Nevada" S1

LINE PRODUCER

Turn Card Content
09.2019 - 11.2019
  • "Outrageous Pumpkins" S2

Line Producer

Magilla Entertainment
New York, NY
08.2016 - 09.2019
  • This was my second time working at an amazing place like Magilla Entertainment. I supported the team in achieving professional growth..
  • Rattled - TLC: 3 Seasons.
  • Stunt Brothers - Snapchat.
  • Various Development

LINE PRODUCER

LEFT/RIGHT
11.2015 - 08.2016
  • "Human Resources" S3

Line Producer

Magilla Entertainment
New York, NY
02.2012 - 11.2015
  • Coordinated with supervisor to organize materials and equipment, promoting the highest productivity and quality.
  • Estimated project expenses, including salaries, equipment, wardrobe set design, and fees for shooting locations and permits.
  • Oversaw crew hiring, found equipment and suppliers, and scouted locations.
  • Established pace of programs and sequences of scenes according to time requirements and cast and set accessibility.
  • Actively monitored progress against milestones established during the pre-production phase.
  • Resolved personnel problems by liaising between dissenting parties.
  • Managed payroll throughout production and checked graphics for proper design.
  • Forecasted project expenses to solidify budget.

Project Manager / Line Producer

Magilla Entertainment
New York, NY
02.2011 - 11.2015
  • My first time working on mainstay shows. I loved my time here, as described above.

Skills

  • Project management
  • Budget forecasting
  • Contract negotiation
  • Production planning
  • Post-production oversight
  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Budget management
  • Production scheduling
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Post-production coordination
  • Project estimation
  • Crew supervision
  • Location scouting
  • Contract management
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Post-production editing
  • Permit acquisition
  • Precise component assembly
  • Segment planning
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Dedicated and strong work ethic

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Develop budgets for producers to establish funding requirements.
  • Obtain insurance for production and manage all pre-production processes.
  • Ensure that production costs remain in line with the approved budget.
  • Liaise with network, producers and crew while effectively addressing on-location crises and issues.
  • Staff Crew from preproduction through post and delivery.
  • Estimated below-the-line production expenses for the projects.
  • Revise schedules and control expenses to keep project on time and within budget.
  • Oversee all phases of video production from pre- to post-production.
  • Provide on set / office leadership to assure hard work by example.
  • Great relationships with local vendors and crew to allow for easy production transitions.
  • The glue from the moment the contracts are signed until the last piece of content is delivered.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CCO

Compass + Clock
01.2024 - Current

LINE PRODUCER

Zero Point Zero
03.2022 - 01.2023

EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE

Switchblade Entertainment
08.2021 - 02.2022

LINE PRODUCER

Engel Entertainment
11.2020 - 11.2020

LINE PRODUCER

Sharp Entertainment
11.2020 - 08.2021

LINE PRODUCER

Turn Card Content
09.2019 - 11.2019

Line Producer

Magilla Entertainment
08.2016 - 09.2019

LINE PRODUCER

LEFT/RIGHT
11.2015 - 08.2016

Line Producer

Magilla Entertainment
02.2012 - 11.2015

Project Manager / Line Producer

Magilla Entertainment
02.2011 - 11.2015
Rich Brush