Aj Vargas

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Film & Television Production Management Professional | Creative Project Management @ Dhar Mann Studios
Aj Vargas's Location
Los Angeles, California, United States, United States
About Aj Vargas

Accomplished production management professional with strong track record of optimizing workflows, managing creative aspects and coordinating cross functional teams. Excellent organizational and communication skills, coupled with a skilled ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

Aj Vargas's Current Company Details
Dhar Mann Studios

Dhar Mann Studios

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Film & Television Production Management Professional | Creative Project Management
Aj Vargas Work Experience Details
  • Dhar Mann Studios
    Production Manager
    Dhar Mann Studios Feb 2024 - Present
    Los Angeles, California, Us
    > Directly manage production processes and workflows while collaborating with the team on branding and quality standards> Ensure scheduling of entire productions are organized and highly efficient to the needs of the team> Oversee the main production schedule, call sheets and triage the logistics for execution of creative assets from development to delivery> Break down scripts to plan all necessary aspects of production> Execute multiple short film productions daily with multiple crews and actors> Oversee all props and designs for production> Support Casting, Art Department, Locations team to ensure quality and diversity> Maintain internal databases for production schedules, crew, and contacts> Set expectations and managing production timelines to ensure seamless turnover for both production and post-production teams> Plan ahead to ensure company production goals are met
  • Six Studios
    Manager, Development & Production
    Six Studios Jan 2022 - Jul 2023
    Steered and coordinated project development for all production and post-production workflows for seamless execution and timely delivery. Engineered development of presentations and pitch decks, communicating project vision and value.KEY COMPETENCIES: STUDIO INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, WORKFLOW MANAGEMENTEnhanced organization by developing system for distribution of assets across multiple departments> Built comprehensive database, defining categories for easy identification of production workflow assets> Acted as point of contact for maintaining and tracking distribution through bookkeeping> Developed document on how to navigate and search for assets, training team on utilizationKEY COMPETENCIES: PITCHING, TEAM COORDINATION, COMMUNICATION, CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT> Accelerated development of flagship streaming series with development of pitch deck> Collaborated with writing team on developing compelling presentation pitch deck> Partnered with graphic designer, offering feedback on layout design and concept development> Recruited and onboarded concept artists to develop concept art designs to presentationKEY COMPETENCIES: EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT, RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENT, WRITING, PROJECT MANAGEMENTExpedited development of project by fostering strong relationships with stakeholders> Coordinated regular meetings with creative team to pitch ideas, direction, and story beats> Facilitated collaboration through utilization of cloud-based digital white board> Spearheaded project research initiatives, executing key findings into story developmentCREDITS"The Riftwar Saga" streaming series visual development"Evermind" comic production"Artifact" comic production"Zero Ghost" comic production"Bladesmyth" comic production"Loathe" comic production"Zircus" comic production
  • Scanline Vfx
    Department Manager
    Scanline Vfx Oct 2021 - Feb 2022
    Vancouver , British Columbia, Ca
    > Assisted Head of Production in planning and executing resource crew schedules, evaluating show needs and flagging resource concerns> Managed artists schedules and tasks> Collaborated with department coordinators to identify clear weekly priorities to ensure on track work schedules> Orchestrated and managed department review meetings to enhance organizational synergy> Ensured clear communication, workflow and follow-up with various departments to facilitate the achievement of goals and deadlines> Identified and addressed project roadblocks, collaborating with department leads and supervisors to create detailed plans for effective and efficient deadline management > Evaluated artists performance along with department leads and supervisorsCREDITS"The Batman" (2022)"Black Adam" (2022)"The Flash" (2022)"Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" (2022)"Andor" (2022)"Stranger Things 4" (2022)"The Gray Man" (2022)"Slumberland" (2022)"Shazam! Fury of the Gods" (2023)
  • Marvel Studios
    Manager, Visual Development
    Marvel Studios Apr 2016 - Oct 2021
    Us
    Managed entire lifecycle process of assets for concept art, keyframes, and 3D models from development to final delivery. Tracked resource allocation and budget for multiple feature film and Disney+ series projects, ensuring goals were met. Acted as point of contact for Visual Development department, other stakeholders.KEY COMPETENCIES: PRODUCTION WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATION, STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENTStrengthened productivity by revamping organizational workflows for all stages of production> Facilitated shared cross-functional communication through generation of Visual Development database> Reorganized asset library database, restructuring and categorizing files and other assets> Implemented color coding system to enhance aesthetics in collaboration with IT and Technology departmentsKEY COMPETENCIES: BUDGETING, MICROSOFT EXCEL, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, TEAM COORDINATION, DELEGATINGTracked budget through company-wide implementation of project management system> Piloted weekly meetings with management team to discuss needs and priorities of each production> Developed system for delegating assignments to team of up to 30, tracking progress and delivery> Anticipated staffing needs for each production through generation of spreadsheetKEY COMPETENCIES: ADOBE PHOTOSHOP, VISUAL DEVELOPMENT, CONCEPT ART, WORKFLOW MANAGEMENTReceived 75% more positive feedback and praise from executive management for new concept art presentations> Designed creative assets for title and category slides for better visual flow and compliance with brand> Increased accessibility of assets through development of layered slide templates for concept art presentations> Presented assets, including visual fonts and other creative workflows, to executive leadershipCREDITSPhase 2 feature filmsPhase 3 feature filmsPhase 4 feature filmsPhase 5 feature filmsDisney+ series episodes (aired 2021-2024)
  • Marvel Entertainment
    Associate Producer
    Marvel Entertainment Mar 2012 - Apr 2016
    Spearheaded animation production schedules and budgets. Supervised coordination and distribution of all pre-production materials to ensure smooth workflow and delivery. Maintained communication with executive management and other key stakeholders throughout production process.KEY COMPETENCIES: PROJECT MANAGEMENT & EXECUTION, PRODUCTION WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT, TRAININGStreamlined shared workflow between departments by implementing shared server-based infrastructure> Partnered with IT department on implementation of shared server for studio production pipeline> Coordinated proper access and privileges to shared server to crew members and other studio personnel> Trained crew and other personnel on efficient utilization of shared serverKEY COMPETENCIES: REPORTING, COMMUNICATION, PRODUCTION WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT, ANALYSIS, TIME MANAGEMENTEnsured time and budget constraints were in line with organizational needs through reporting> Drafted production schedule for each production, tracking progress, weekly goals, and deadlines > Managed weekly assignments for crew members through coordination of regular meetings> Composed weekly status reports for each production, communicating progress to VP Production Revamped structure to track production and delivery of character, prop, BG designs, color models, exposure sheetsCREDITS"Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H" (52 Episodes)"Mavel's Spider-Man" (4 episodes)"Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Frost Fight!" DTV
  • Warner Bros. Television Group
    Associate Producer
    Warner Bros. Television Group Jan 2010 - Mar 2012
    Burbank, Ca, Us
    Spearheaded animation production schedules and budgets. Supervised coordination and distribution of all pre-production materials to ensure smooth workflow and delivery. Maintained communication with executive management and other key stakeholders throughout production process.KEY COMPETENCIES: PROJECT MANAGEMENT & EXECUTION, PRODUCTION WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT, TRAININGStreamlined shared workflow between departments by implementing shared server-based infrastructure> Partnered with IT department on implementation of shared server for studio production pipeline> Coordinated proper access and privileges to shared server to crew members and other studio personnel> Trained crew and other personnel on efficient utilization of shared serverKEY COMPETENCIES: REPORTING, COMMUNICATION, PRODUCTION WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT, ANALYSIS, TIME MANAGEMENTEnsured time and budget constraints were in line with organizational needs through reporting> Drafted production schedule for each production, tracking progress, weekly goals, and deadlines > Managed weekly assignments for crew members through coordination of regular meetings> Composed weekly status reports for each production, communicating progress to VP Production Revamped structure to track production and delivery of character, prop, BG designs, color models, exposure sheetsCREDITS"DC Super Friends" animated segment (Mattel)"Batman Impostors" animated shorts (WBIE)"Scooby Doo! Music of the Vampire" DTV (Warner Premiere)
  • The Animation Picture Company
    Associate Producer
    The Animation Picture Company Jan 2008 - Dec 2009
    "Condorito" 2D animated feature project (pre-production, not produced)Mattel "Imaginext" CG animation project
  • Cartoon Network Studios
    Associate Producer
    Cartoon Network Studios Mar 2007 - Dec 2007
    Us
    untitled "Santo" project development (not produced)
  • Warner Bros. Television Group
    Associate Producer
    Warner Bros. Television Group Sep 2003 - Feb 2007
    Burbank, Ca, Us
    "Legion of Super Heroes" (13 episodes)"Teen Titans" (52 episodes)
  • Warner Bros. Television Group
    Production Manager
    Warner Bros. Television Group Sep 2002 - Sep 2003
    Burbank, Ca, Us
    "Teen Titans" (13 episodes)
  • Warner Bros. Television Group
    Assistant Production Manager
    Warner Bros. Television Group Nov 2001 - Sep 2002
    Burbank, Ca, Us
    "Scooby Doo & The Legend of the Vampire" DTV"Scooby Doo & The Monster of Mexico" DTV"What's New Scooby Doo?" (13 episodes)
  • Walt Disney Pictures & Television
    Executive Assistant (To Sharon Morrill), Disney Video Premieres
    Walt Disney Pictures & Television Oct 2000 - Nov 2001
  • Warner Bros. Television Group
    Production Coordinator
    Warner Bros. Television Group Mar 1997 - Oct 2000
    Burbank, Ca, Us
    "The Zeta Project" (13 episodes)"Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker" DTV"Batman Beyond" (52 episodes)"The New Batman/Superman Adventures" (36 episodes)
  • Warner Bros. Television Group
    Production Assistant
    Warner Bros. Television Group Oct 1995 - Mar 1997
    Burbank, Ca, Us

Aj Vargas Education Details

  • College Of San Mateo
    College Of San Mateo
    Film/Cinema/Video Studies

Frequently Asked Questions about Aj Vargas

What company does Aj Vargas work for?

Aj Vargas works for Dhar Mann Studios

What is Aj Vargas's role at the current company?

Aj Vargas's current role is Film & Television Production Management Professional | Creative Project Management.

What schools did Aj Vargas attend?

Aj Vargas attended College Of San Mateo.

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