Sean Grimes
Culver City,CA
Summary
With 15 years of experience in the film industry and 4 years as a Sales Technician, I offer a unique skill set that combines client-focused sales strategies, technical expertise, and creative problem-solving. I have successfully built and maintained long-term client relationships, led complex projects, and implemented customized solutions in high-pressure and field-based environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LEADMAN | PROP MASTER | ON-SET DECORATOR
Film & Television Production
03.2010 - Current
- Communication & Client Relationship Management: Acted as the primary point of contact between directors, producers, and department heads, ensuring seamless communication and alignment of project goals to deliver exceptional results
- Leadership & Team Coordination: Led and trained teams to efficiently manage resources, ensure project deadlines were met, and maintain high standards of quality, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment
- Problem Solving & Adaptability: Proactively identified and addressed challenges, ensuring that last-minute changes and client requests were handled quickly to maintain project continuity and customer satisfaction
- Played a key role in an Emmy award-winning art department, leading a team as the On-Set Decorator
- Streamlined operations and improved efficiencies resulting in a 35% reduction in the overall production timeline
- Managed over 25 major film and TV productions, consistently meeting tight production deadlines, and creative requirements
HOME SECURITY SALES SPECIALIST | LEAD TECHNICIAN
APX Alarm Security Solutions Inc.
05.2005 - 02.2010
- Full Cycle Sales Management: Managed the entire sales process from prospecting to installation, ensuring a seamless experience and providing customers with necessary education on system usage and features
- Contract Negotiation & Upselling: Negotiated contracts and upsold additional security features, increasing overall revenue while meeting the specific needs of each customer
- Customer Relationship Building: Built a strong rapport with clients by addressing objections, listening to concerns, and offering tailored solutions to ensure satisfaction and long-term loyalty
- Successfully installed and configured 131 security systems in one quarter, surpassing the company incentive goal of 80 units
- Consistently led in upsells and system upgrades, maximizing customer security while increasing company revenue
- Led a team of 12 technicians coordinating daily operations and ensuring timely installation and repairs
BRAND AMBASSADOR
Covalence.cc
02.2017 - 05.2022
- As a Brand Ambassador, I helped with product management, outreach strategies, in-person demonstrations, and relationship building
- I applied my skills to effectively promote brand awareness, educate consumers on product features, and drive customer engagement through hands-on demonstrations
- This position showcased my ability to develop strong relationships with clients, customers, and stakeholders to enhance brand loyalty and market presence
Accomplishments
EMMY AWARD (TEAM RECOGNITION) June 2014 Academy of Televison Arts & Sciences
Contributed to the Emmy Award-winning art department of MasterChef as an On-Set Decorator, playing a key role in the visual design and execution that supported the team's recognition.
IMDB Profile
https://www.imdb.com/user/ur53705463/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk
Certification
LinkedIn Certifications May 2024
Achieved 40+ LinkedIn certifications covering a broad range of skills including, sales, negotiation, time management and communication.
Timeline
BRAND AMBASSADOR
Covalence.cc
02.2017 - 05.2022
LEADMAN | PROP MASTER | ON-SET DECORATOR
Film & Television Production
03.2010 - Current
HOME SECURITY SALES SPECIALIST | LEAD TECHNICIAN
APX Alarm Security Solutions Inc.
05.2005 - 02.2010
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