Rudi Rossiter
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Seasoned professional with a proven track record in asset management and project oversight, notably at Sony Pictures. Excelled in multi-disciplinary collaboration and strategic business insight, enhancing operational efficiency and productivity. Recognized among the top 3% performers company-wide, adept in logistics management and possessing strong negotiation abilities. Solutions-oriented business analyst possessing unique combination of business analysis, quality assurance testing and applications development experience in top-tier organizations. Solid query writing skills paired with familiarity of visualization tools and techniques. Insightful Industry Analyst known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in market trend analysis, competitive intelligence gathering, and strategic planning. Excel in communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving to deliver actionable insights that drive business decisions.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Motion Picture and Television Industry
International Alliance Of Theatrical Stage Employees Iatse
Albuquerque, NM
01.2008 - Current
- Produced content for television and film.
- Coordinated with multiple departments for streamlined production.
- Asset Management
- Directed teams for seamless operations execution.
- Worked closely with art directors to ensure that all photographic elements met their vision for each project.
- Designed work to meet project vision, specifications and direction.
- Determined appropriate placement of props and furniture on each set.
- Inspected sets before filming began to ensure safety regulations were met.
- Ensured that all props and furnishings used on a set matched its intended style or era.
- Sourced specific items needed for particular scenes from local vendors or online suppliers.
- Reviewed scripts to ascertain project design requirements and types of props needed.
- Developed strategies to optimize workflow processes in order to maximize productivity.
- Led warehouse layout optimization projects, improving workflow and space utilization.
- Planned and implemented efficient warehousing systems for incoming and outgoing goods.
Asset Manager
Sony Pictures Television
Albuquerque, NM
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Supervised department-specific asset management and ensured timely item allocation.
- Worked alongside Sony Asset Management team, producers, and show creators to allocate notable show items and assets.
- Managed national transportation for specialty items sent to Sony Archives, Sony Prop House, Producers storage, and Live On-Line Auction house.
- Led a team to facilitate departmental needs, ensuring smooth operations prior to season closure.
- Led weekly asset meetings engaging with department heads and producers on progress updates.
Asset Management Coordinator
Walt Disney Studios
Albuquerque, NM
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Handled sales, donations, deeds of gifts, and transfers of assets agreements.
- Oversaw asset tracking and disposition on an accounting ledger throughout production phases.
- Addressed asset procedure questions and determined the status of each asset on a weekly basis.
- Directed fulfillment of asset recovery across departments, maintaining compliance with Walt Disney Studios protocols.
- Coordinated shipping and receiving of assets from production to designated warehouses after wrap.
- Provided the necessary disposition of assets requested by production finance during the physical production ledger audit.
- Monitored item disposition and coordinated with Disney's product placement specialist on vendor agreements.
- Ensured timely submission of departmental asset disposition reports to Disney Physical Asset Management Team.
- Prepared lists of vetted local charities and non-profits for donation purposes to the Disney Physical Asset Management Team.
Asset Management Coordinator
Sony Pictures
Albuquerque, NM
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Supervised asset recovery operations involving $4 million in set dressing resources at Sony Pictures.
- Collaborated with Sony's recoverable asset database (RAD) to pinpoint assets.
- Coordinated with the Sony accounting team to identify and record current asset purchases.
- Collaborated with the Art Department, Production Designer, and Set Decorator to identify all purchased set dressing assets.
- Managed set dressing asset items utilized by various departments (Property, Costumes, SFX, VFX) and monitored their disposition.
- Coordinated the maintenance and documentation of various art forms.
- Coordinated with Sony clearances to obtain necessary approvals for each Art and set dressing piece upon delivery to the studio.
- Flagged master list of all asset items and logged their dispositions.
- Maintained records of transferred assets and their designated storage spots.
- Performed periodic physical inventory of assets to ensure accuracy.
Territory Manager
Georgia-Pacific
Albuquerque, NM
01.2002 - 10.2007
- Managed activities representing Georgia Pacific Building Products Division in Albuquerque, NM.
- Leveraged cutting-edge systems, technology, and sales to manage operations with over 10,000 products.
- Specialized in a wide range of industrial and commercial building products, including structural panels, engineered lumber, and siding.
- Coordinated efforts with partners such as Hitachi, Dow Chemical, and Nucor for optimized supply chain operations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in developing impactful business plans and executing solution-oriented sales strategies.
- Conducted specialized product training necessitating extensive technical expertise.
- Offered superior customer service and strengthened sales connections with custom remodelers, custom home builders, as well as track builders in light and heavy commercial industries.
- Aided business owners by optimizing daily procurement processes.
- Ensured accountability and maintained confidentiality.
- Excelled in identifying untapped market opportunities.
- Collaborated effectively with buyers and business principals to minimize inventory costs.
- Implemented industry-leading solutions for increased service reliability.
- Collaborated extensively with principals regarding current commodity market conditions.
- Earned recognition as one of the leading 3% company-wide performers.
- Conducted comprehensive market analysis to identify new business opportunities.
Outside Sales Representative
Smalley and Company
Albuquerque, NM
01.1993 - 01.2002
- Provided technical research, testing, product selection and specification for numerous industrial chemicals over a span of nine years as a highly skilled sales representative.
- Ensured readiness in preparation activities aligned with architectural and industrial regulations.
- Functioned as technical applications specialist and sales representative for a business-to-business distributor.
- Represented approximately 200 suppliers, including top manufacturers like Dow Corning, Sika Chemical, Tremco, and Chemrex.
- Guided General Contractors, Sub Contractors, and Builders on product specifications and application.
- Collaborated with Architects and Designers on New Mexico building code specification requirements.
- Engaged audiences on architectural topics at both educational and historical venues.
- Focused on aerospace industry with extensive knowledge across various technical fields.
- Facilitate product awareness sessions focusing on Dryvit (EIFS), Sto, and El Ray stuccos in line with ICBO guidelines.
- Worked directly with local engineering staffs, International Sales (Global), and customers including Volvo (Nova / Prevost Bus) and Motor Coach Industries.
- Nine years of successful track record in industrial product sales.
- Determined design criteria or specifications.
- Prepared estimates and budgets.
- Generated engineering documentation and oversaw design projects.
- Performed testing to determine functionality or optimization.
- Utilized mathematical skills and understanding of engineering principles to design new products.
- Finished projects on time and within budget.
Education
Film Technician Certification - Film Production
CNM-Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM01-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Interdisciplinary Film And Digital Media
The University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMSome College (No Degree) - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Albuquerque, NMSome College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
Rocky Mountain College of Art And Design
Denver, COSkills
- Strategic Business Insight
- Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration
- Reliability in Professional Conduct
- Sensitive Data Management
- Team Development and Oversight
- Project Oversight
- Strong Organizational Abilities
- Detail-Oriented Mindset
- Business Operations Management
- Film Project Management
- Application Process Management
- Attentive Listening Skills
- Enhanced Information Retention
- Strategic Task Management
- Skilled in Managing Multiple Priorities
- Effective Time Management
- Strong Verbal Communication Skills
- Strong Writing Proficiency
- Effective Decision-Making in High-Stress Environments
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Negotiation Skills
- Logistics and Warehouse Coordination
- Customized Training Solutions
- Technical Proficiency
- Logistics Management Expertise
- Business Strategy Formulation
- Strong Negotiation Abilities
- Proficient Problem Solving
- Budget Management
- Comprehensive Program Development
- Asset Management Coordination
- Strategic Project Planning
- Financial Asset Coordination
- Stock Control Management
- Technical Proficiency
- Skilled in Apple Applications
- Expertise in Microsoft Applications
- Workday Expertise
- Proficient in Logistics Software Solutions
- Quick to Adapt to Software Changes
- Skilled in Business Software
- Workforce planning
- Scenario planning
Affiliations
- I enjoy golfing and being outdoors walking in the Bosque by my home.
- I play guitar, sing and have a passion for all types of musical instruments.
- I'm an artist and designer enjoying problem solution solving.
Accomplishments
- Increased annual product sales from $11.9 million to $21.3 million (2002-2006) and branch margin percentage from $740 thousand to $1.3 million (2002-2006)
- 3M R&D certification (Los Angeles, CA)
- Dow Corning fenestration certification (Fremont, CA)
Certification
- Film Technician Certifcate
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Asset Manager
Sony Pictures Television
01.2021 - 10.2021
Asset Management Coordinator
Walt Disney Studios
06.2018 - 02.2019
Asset Management Coordinator
Sony Pictures
01.2014 - 12.2018
Motion Picture and Television Industry
International Alliance Of Theatrical Stage Employees Iatse
01.2008 - Current
Territory Manager
Georgia-Pacific
01.2002 - 10.2007
Outside Sales Representative
Smalley and Company
01.1993 - 01.2002
- Film Technician Certifcate
Film Technician Certification - Film Production
CNM-Central New Mexico Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Interdisciplinary Film And Digital Media
The University of New Mexico
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
Rocky Mountain College of Art And Design
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