Valeriia Lebid
Melissa,TX
Summary
High-performing Manager and Producer with extensive portfolio of international and domestic projects. Results-oriented professional offering more than 10 years of outstanding project achievements, possessing key talents in full-cycle productions, conflict resolutions and relationship building. Hardworking, passionate job seeker experienced in cost-effective budget management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Producer
Nova Studio, LLC
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
- Streamlined planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Collaborated and maintained daily operations incl casting, travel, logistics, legal issues, promo, etc
- Reduced costs by negotiating favorable terms with suppliers and vendors without compromising on quality or service levels.
Executive Producer / AHoD
Eurovision Song Contest
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Consistently met or exceeded project deadlines, demonstrating effective time management and organizational skills throughout the production process, incl Live shows, staging, video production, PR activities...
- Supervised production team of 30 - 50 workers to identify problems and provide effective solutions to maintain team productivity and high production standards
- Enforced adherence with safety regulations and industry standards to keep productions compliant.
- Multitasked under pressure to manage multiple simultaneous projects ensuring each was executed flawlessly.
Executive Producer
Filming Az
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Established relationships with key stakeholders, fostering long-term partnerships for future collaborations, incl Ministry of Culture, governmental institutions and foreign partners.
- Developed strategies for successful project execution, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Spearheaded creative development for projects, leading brainstorming sessions and guiding the team in conceptualization efforts.
- Tutoring Producing course in FilmLab to teach, train and manage future production staff to build highly qualified team and boost overall performance.
Executive Producer
Kvartal 95 Studio
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Supervised production team of more than 100 workers to identify problems and provide effective solutions to maintain team productivity.
- Optimized workflow processes through strategic delegation of responsibilities among team members based on their specific skill sets.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively to reduce production costs while maintaining high production value.
- Reviewed finished product to determine quality and readiness for release.
- Hired, trained and managed production crew members to build a highly qualified team and boost overall performance.
Executive Producer
FILM.UA
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Established relationships with key stakeholders, fostering long-term partnerships for future collaborations, incl .UFSA, Ministry of Culture and USAID
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices, leveraging this expertise to create innovative and successful projects.
- Developed strategies for successful project execution, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Optimized workflow processes through strategic delegation of responsibilities among team members based on their specific skill sets.
Line Producer
Ziad Khoury/Dazo Films
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Monitored costs throughout the life cycle of a project to stay within budget constraints without compromising quality or timelines.
- Analyzed scripts, determined cost of production and broke down screenplay into schedules.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations on set, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the production.
- Negotiated with International Guest Stars and representatives to achieve the best results.
Production Manager
FILM.UA
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement workflow
- Prepared daily progress reports and fulfilled production-related tasks
- Remained composed and highly professional in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives
Project Manager
Ukrainian Film School
06.2016 - 12.2017
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees, tutors and students
- Created and implemented activities of UFS (workshops, events, pitches, festivals)
- Executed day-to-day operations to provide a stable and efficient studying process.
Head of Department of International Relations
EAICY. UA Brunch (KPCY)
09.2013 - 05.2016
- Managed relations between NGO and Government to produce successful cooperation in social and education policies
- Created and coordinated social and educational projects with crew, board members and volunteers
- Engaged in professional networking with CoE and EU NGOs to drive partnerships in collaborative projects
- Facilitated various outreach events to raise visibility of organization.
Education
4 Week Workshop - Producing
New York Film Academy NYFA
New York, NY03.2020
Master of Arts - International Business Management
Kyiv National University of Culture & Arts
Kyiv, Ukraine06.2009
High School Diploma -
Specialized School #71
Kriviy Rig, Ukraine06.2003
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Deadline Management
- Solutions-oriented
- Multitasking
- Strong communication and engagement skills
- Team leadership and supervision
- Project Management
- Transportation and logistics planning
- Budget Management
- Travel Coordination
- Event Planning
- Partnership Development
Hobbies and Interests
- Nutrition
- Pilates
- Travelling
- Cooking
- Art
Additional Information
Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Miro, Slack, Asana, Trello, Notion, Todoist, ClickUp, Evernote, MovieMagic Budgeting, MovieMagic Scheduling, Studio Binder, TeamGantt
Timeline
Line Producer
Nova Studio, LLC
08.2023 - 02.2024
Executive Producer
Filming Az
05.2022 - 11.2022
Executive Producer
Kvartal 95 Studio
03.2020 - 02.2022
Executive Producer / AHoD
Eurovision Song Contest
01.2019 - 05.2022
Executive Producer
FILM.UA
01.2019 - 02.2022
Line Producer
Ziad Khoury/Dazo Films
09.2018 - 12.2018
Production Manager
FILM.UA
12.2017 - 09.2018
Project Manager
Ukrainian Film School
06.2016 - 12.2017
Head of Department of International Relations
EAICY. UA Brunch (KPCY)
09.2013 - 05.2016
4 Week Workshop - Producing
New York Film Academy NYFA
Master of Arts - International Business Management
Kyiv National University of Culture & Arts
High School Diploma -
Specialized School #71
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