Zachary Tucker
New York,NY
Summary
Founder, CEO with over 25 years of experience building mission-driven organizations at the intersection of film, advertising, culture, and community. Scaled The Harbor Picture Company from a 2-person boutique post-production studio to a 300-person global, nine-figure creative institution supporting award-winning films, series, and brand campaigns — all built on a foundation of inclusive, transparent, client-first, service-excellence, hands-on leadership. Skilled in complex operations, workforce staffing & development, public-private programming, and community-centered cultural strategy. Specialized in strategic growth, P&L management, community engagement. Delivered production & post-production for Oscar-winning projects and high-profile campaigns for global brands, reflecting a strong commitment to quality and innovation.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & CEO
The Harbor Picture Company
09.2010 - 12.2024
- Established a premier post-production institution in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and London.
- Expanded workforce from two to over 300 employees, achieving nine-figure annual revenues for 15 years.
- Supervised post-production for Oscar- and Emmy-winning projects like The Irishman, When They See Us, The Studio, Your Friends & Neighbors, Blink Twice and Billions.
- Produced high-profile campaigns for brands such as Nike, BMW, Coca-Cola, Gucci, Sephora, PayPal and Warby Parker.
- Oversaw all real estate strategy: site selection, zoning approval, architectural planning, build-out, and zoning/permit compliance
- Built community-focused initiatives including job training programs and internships in collaboration with ReelWorks and the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment.
- Led Harbor’s acquisition by a global media company and remained CEO to steward integration and cultural continuity.
Founder, Creative Artist & Technologist
Swete Post
01.1996 - 01.2010
- Launched boutique post-production studio providing space, support and technical finishing to independent and documentary filmmakers.
- Directed and edited projects focused on cultural, environmental, and human-driven narratives.
- Fostered a creative ecosystem that supported emerging voices and influenced award-winning work in independent film.
Other Early Career Experience
(dates available upon request)
- Physical production of live concerts featuring Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, Paul Simon, Gov’t Mule, and other artists
- Geophysical Analyst, Gulf of Mexico (oil exploration)
- Horse & Cattle Ranch Wrangler / Foreman — East & West Coasts
- Carpenter — residential and commercial projects
- Crew Member — yacht delivery operations
- Bike Messenger — New York City
Education
M.A. - Journalism
University of Colorado
B.S. - Geologic Sciences
University of Michigan
Skills
- Strategic, values-driven leadership
- Public event programming conceptualization & execution
- Flexible, non-ego driven problem solving
- Complex resource management & allocation
- Self-directed, entrepreneurial approach
- P&L management
- Revenue growth strategy
- Sponsorship engagement & contract negotiation
- Multi-site development & operations
- Real estate project management
- Competing interests management
- Workforce hiring, training, development, review
- Mentorship programs
- Creative technology solutions
- Workflow optimization
- Stakeholder negotiation
- Regulatory/zoning compliance
- Experiential marketing campaigns
- Digital marketing campaigns
Board And Community Engagement
- Board Member, New York Post Alliance
- Board Member, Tribe 7, LLC
- Youth sports mentor and leadership coach
- Organizer of creative workforce upskilling programs in New York and abroad
- Host of trade and technology events in the U.S. and U.K.
Websites
- https://productionguild.com/our-partners/full-directory/harbor-picture-company/zak-tucker-ceo-president/
- https://harborpicturecompany.com
- https://www.shootonline.com/spw/harbor-picture-company-sets-stage-nyf-advertising-awards-film-craft-executive-jury-harbors-ceo
- LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachary-tucker-1b46a635b/
- Streaming Media East Speaker Page: https://www.streamingmedia.com/east2018/Zak-Tucker.aspx
- LBB Interview - A-List Film Craft Work: https://lbbonline.com/news/how-harbor-pictures-crafts-a-list-work-in-all-three-formats
Languages
French
Professional
Affiliations
Out-of-doors enthusiast
Timeline
Founder & CEO
The Harbor Picture Company
09.2010 - 12.2024
Founder, Creative Artist & Technologist
Swete Post
01.1996 - 01.2010
Other Early Career Experience
(dates available upon request)
M.A. - Journalism
University of Colorado
B.S. - Geologic Sciences
University of Michigan