Dynamic Post Production executive with 20+ years of experience leading high-impact post teams and delivering award-winning content across film, unscripted, branded, and streaming platforms. Known for optimizing workflows, ensuring budget compliance, and managing multimillion-dollar builds across top-tier clients including Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, A&E History Channel, as well as Brands like Nike, Google, Geico and Fortnite to name a few. Adept at aligning cross-functional teams, managing global deliverables, and working in unionized environments. Proficient in AI technologies as a strategic companion to post workflows—used to automate redundant processes and enhance efficiency without compromising creative integrity.
Hi, I’m
Sheila Cole
Post Production
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
The SpringHill Company
Vice President of Post Production
09.2021 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Oversaw 10+ simultaneous projects spanning feature, non-scripted, branded, and social formats across platforms like Netflix, Amazon, and Nike.
- Built and led a fully equipped post facility with 75+ systems, hybrid capabilities, and HDR/SDR Color and Finishing Suites—driving multimillion-dollar ROI.
- Recruited and managed teams of 100+ staff and freelancers including Post Producers, Editors, and Coordinators.
- Directed end-to-end post workflows—from dailies ingest to finishing and final delivery—ensuring creative alignment, technical compliance, and cost efficiency.
- Maintained vendor relationships, negotiated favorable contracts, and enforced studio-grade security protocols.
- Collaborated with executive teams to define long-term post strategies, standardize delivery processes, and develop asset libraries for future exploitation.
The Africa Channel
Vice President of Post Operations
03.2017 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Managed post for linear and digital content including Demand Africa’s streaming platform and 24-hour linear channel.
- Spearheaded cloud-based workflows, localization pipelines, and title management across global markets.
- Oversaw contract negotiations with external vendors and enforced compliance with legal and financial standards.
- Directed recruitment and mentorship of cross-functional post teams, fostering inclusive, high-performance culture.
BET (Viacom)
Sr. Director of Post Production
10.2010 - 09.2015
Job overview
- Designed and built 20+ edit stations and a ProTools audio suite; led SD to HD transition and security upgrades.
- Supervised post for a slate of scripted and unscripted programming, award shows, and digital specials.
- Collaborated with guilds, vendors, and legal teams to ensure contract and union compliance.
- Managed annual CAPEX and OPEX budgets, implemented operational efficiency plans, and mentored emerging talent.
Education
UCLALos Angeles
from Film & Television Studies
University Overview
Completed upper-division coursework before transitioning into hands-on post-production work.
Santa Monica CollegeSanta Monica, CA
from Media Arts Foundation
University Overview
Early studies in media theory, editing, and visual storytelling.
Skills
- End-to-End Post Supervision (Feature Non-Scripted)
- Budget Oversight & Cost Reporting
- Post/VFX Vendor Management & Negotiation
- Studio & Streaming Delivery Requirements
- Workflow Design (Dailies to Final Delivery)
- Union & Guild Compliance (DGA, IATSE, WGA, SAG-AFTRA)
- Team Leadership & Talent Acquisition
- Dailies & Editorial Platform Setup
- Cross-Platform Finishing (4K HDR, Dolby Atmos)
- International & Domestic Asset Delivery
Skills
Skills
- Editing Background
- Relationship building
Timeline
Vice President of Post Production
The SpringHill Company
09.2021 - 11.2024
Vice President of Post Operations
The Africa Channel
03.2017 - 09.2021
Sr. Director of Post Production
BET (Viacom)
10.2010 - 09.2015
UCLA
from Film & Television Studies
Santa Monica College
from Media Arts Foundation
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