Yah-mari Cole
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Passionate television, film, and event producer with a strong focus on developing and creating high quality productions that engage, educate, and entertain audiences. Firm believer in the power of storytelling and the valuable lessons it can share. Extensive experience in managing a wide range of TV shows, overseeing every stage from initial concept to final production. Equally adept at handling live, studio, and on-location productions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Operations Director
Kwanzaa Crawl - Star Media
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Work closely with founders and Project Managers to create a strategic operational plan
- Serve as point of contact for venues and guide them through expectations for client bar crawl
- Oversee the production of the 3 day registration/pop-up shop weekend and handle assist with customer relations
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of event strategies.
- Set up and manage the stage production for the Kwanzaa Crawl Kick off and supervise customer relations
- Managed logistics for large-scale event, resulting in seamless execution and positive attendee feedback.
Local Producer
Naked & Afraid - Battle Beats Productions
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Researched, scouted and presented several pitches for potential locations throughout Trinidad & Tobago
- Negotiated with government agency and Private sector to accomplish productions needs (e.g Locations, Permits & Licenses)
- Worked with Supervising Location Producer & Producer to turn pitches into creative guidelines for productions
- Hired and managed all local crew (e.g Coordinator, PAs, drivers, medics, security, builders, boat captains)
- Created daily field schedule for all crew
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting open communication channels among team members during projects.
Stage Manager
The Read with Kid Fury & Crissle - Avalon
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Established rapport with all Department Heads, Talent, Producers, EPs, and Celebrity Guest in order to manage expectations
- Met with writers and EP each week to review script and assess needs for production and disseminate to department heads
- Enforced safety measures due to potential stage equipment hazards.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to achieve desired artistic vision for each episode.
- Organized rehearsals and production schedules, maximizing productivity and minimizing conflicts among directors, producers, cast members and crew.
Field Producer
Maxine's Baby - Bekele Films
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Followed verité of the preparation for the launch of Tyler Perry studios
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Researched celebrity guest and their relationship with Tyler Perry
- Directed field shoots, overseeing camera operators, sound technicians, and talent to capture high-quality footage.
- Conducted interviews with celebrity guest in the field
Segment Producer
Caribbean Life - Left/Right
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Researched, scouted and presented several pitches for potential locations
- Worked with Supervising Producer & Producer to turn pitches into creative productions
- Managed all facets of productions from call sheets, scheduling
- Built relationships with real estate agents and local fixers to secure location releases and unique opportunities for segment creation.
- Supported post-productions development in preparation for HGTV broadcast
- Collaborated with hosts and other producers to develop cohesive, informative, and entertaining content for each episode.
Producer
I Was A Teenage Felon - IPC
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Built relationships with cast members and their associates to cultivate a rapport and divulge their criminal past
- Developed logline, treatments, outlines, and beat sheets to establish creative direction for production
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
- Wrote questions and conducted interviews with cast members and their associates
Producer
Ford Foundation
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Researched organizations and youth leaders and conducted pre-interviews with potential subjects
- Conducted interviews, OTF's, and secured releases with various subjects on the ground in New Orleans
- Built paper edits, string-outs, reviewed rough cuts and fine cuts
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Writing & directing
Columbia College
Chicago, ILSkills
- Event logistics
- Project management
- Budget management
- Strategic planning
- Client relationship management
- Negotiation skills
- Cross-functional coordination
- On-site execution
- Team leadership and supervision
- Production planning
Timeline
Event Operations Director
Kwanzaa Crawl - Star Media
04.2022 - 12.2024
Local Producer
Naked & Afraid - Battle Beats Productions
03.2022 - 10.2022
Stage Manager
The Read with Kid Fury & Crissle - Avalon
10.2019 - 12.2019
Field Producer
Maxine's Baby - Bekele Films
09.2019 - 10.2019
Segment Producer
Caribbean Life - Left/Right
04.2019 - 09.2019
Producer
I Was A Teenage Felon - IPC
04.2018 - 10.2018
Producer
Ford Foundation
08.2017 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Writing & directing
Columbia College
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