Steiner Kierce
MULTIDISCIPLINARY EXECUTIVE/SENIOR PRODUCER
Seattle,WA
Summary
With over 20 years of experience, a creative leader specializing in delivering user-centered solutions for global brands. Expertise lies in leading design processes and managing creative workflows to foster cross-functional collaboration and align business objectives with impactful customer experiences. Proven track record of mentoring teams, scaling design systems, and optimizing workflows to drive efficiency and innovation.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner, Multidisciplinary Executive/Senior Producer
Radio Television & Film LLC
Seattle, Washington
07.2007 - Current
- Integrated UX in Design and Animation Production : Partnered with cross-functional teams to create scalable, user-centered assets for brands like Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft.
- Notable Projects with UX Focus :
Fortnite: Led production for user-focused in-game animations and live-event designs using Unreal Engine.
Facebook and Instagram: Developed post-production workflows and templates that improved user engagement with marketing content. - Responsibilities :
Recruited and led teams of up to 50 specialists, emphasizing design principles in creative execution.
Provided expert knowledge about trends in design and post-production technologies.
Head of Production/Founding Partner
National Television, LLC
Hollywood, CA
04.2004 - 06.2006
- Co-Owner, Head of Production and Operations for boutique design and animation studio billing $2MM+ annually
- Led animation and branding projects for high-profile clients like Nike and Disney, ensuring creative decisions aligned with client goals.
Producer
Troika Media Group
Hollywood, California
09.2001 - 03.2004
- Managed production of network brand systems, creating intuitive and engaging visual identities for clients such as ABC, ESPN, and MTV-Viacom.
- Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
- Led brainstorming sessions with creative teams to develop unique story concepts that resonated with target audiences.
Assistant to Producer/Director
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures/Imaginary Forces
Hollywood, California
01.1999 - 09.2001
- Supported feature film production, contributing to visual storytelling with feature film Producer John Hughes and Director Kyle Cooper
Education
Google UX Design Professional Certificate -
03.2022 - 09.2022
Google Ads Video Certification -
09.2021 - 12.2021
BA - Studio Art and Film Studies, with honors
09.1993 - 06.1997
Skills
Design Leadership: User-centered design, user research, design systems, creative direction Process & Strategy: Implementing scalable workflows, iterating best practices, driving innovationCreative Production: Full lifecycle creative workflow management, aligning outcomes with user needsCross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering with UX, product, engineering, and business teamsDesign Leadership: User-centered design, user research, design systems, creative direction
Websites
Affiliations
- Producers Guild of America, New Media Council, 07/01/10, Member of committees focusing on innovation and user engagement in media production.
Timeline
Google - Google UX Design Professional Certificate,
03.2022 - 09.2022
Google - Google Ads Video Certification,
09.2021 - 12.2021
Owner, Multidisciplinary Executive/Senior Producer - Radio Television & Film LLC
07.2007 - Current
Head of Production/Founding Partner - National Television, LLC
04.2004 - 06.2006
Producer - Troika Media Group
09.2001 - 03.2004
Assistant to Producer/Director - Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures/Imaginary Forces
01.1999 - 09.2001
Dartmouth College - BA, Studio Art and Film Studies, with honors
09.1993 - 06.1997