Brian Waldrop Email & Phone Number

Gaithersburg, Md, Us

Gaithersburg, Md, Us

United States

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Short Term ContractIn this short but impactful contract position, I built and led the new commercial production department, focusing on strategic planning, team management, and driving production success. My responsibilities include budget management, creative direction, and cross-functional collaboration with sales and marketing teams to drive market penetration and profitability.Selected Projects/Accomplishments:▶︎ Launched the commercial production department from the ground up within 22 weeks, setting a benchmark for production excellence. ▶︎ Lead a small, but mighty, team. Contribute significantly to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in production processes.▶︎ Developed and executed a series of high-quality video content that elevated brand visibility and audience engagement.▶︎Negotiated and managed contracts with key stakeholders and executive leaders, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and budget optimization.

Atlanta And Boston And New Orleans

In my role as an Executive Producer, I delivered quality films and television series for this advertising, TV, and entertainment industry vendor. This involved strategic project management, client relations, and production scheduling, overseeing projects across major markets including Atlanta, Boston, and New Orleans.Selected Projects/Accomplishments:▶︎ Managed 50+ major film and TV projects annually, collaborating with clients like Disney (Marvel) and Netflix.▶︎ Significantly expanded the production team (9x), enhancing team capabilities and project delivery.▶︎ Led transition from a freelancer to a full-time staff model, reducing personnel costs by 25% and improving operational efficiency.▶︎ Standardized workflows to improve communication, department efficiency, and client satisfaction.

Global

As a well-connected Executive and Senior Producer, I achieved global brand reach and versatility through creative and strategic vision, producing over 200 distinctive projects across commercials, branded content, events, and corporate communication. My expertise in content creation, brand messaging, and cross-functional team management drove the successful execution of projects in over 30 countries. I cultivated a robust network, fostering collaborations with top brands in the entertainment, gaming, technology, and retail sectors.Selected Projects/Accomplishments:▶︎ Notable Clients: AT&T, Microsoft, Amazon, and Fiat▶︎ Orchestrated the iFIT Ecuador Film Series, leading to the top 5% viewership rankings amidst the pandemic.▶︎ Elevated Microsoft France's brand content, aligning with enterprise brand standards and serving as a brand integrity educator.▶︎ Directed a multinational campaign for Skype, demonstrating agility and effective team mobilization under tight deadlines.

Santa Monica, Ca

This was an exciting role as I was the inaugural staff Producer for this creative service agency and multidisciplinary production company. I led diverse media projects that spanned live-action, motion graphics, and animation for world-class entertainment brands. My role was pivotal in orchestrating project execution, innovating production workflows, and managing client relationships to ensure exceptional content delivery.Selected Projects/Accomplishments:▶︎ Introduced new practices to maximize creative and operational efficiency, setting a benchmark for future projects.▶︎ Directed projects for notable clients such as HBO, MTV, Visa, and DirecTV, enhancing the company's market presence.▶︎ Developed the company's first internal production systems, significantly improving project management and quality control.

Greater Atlanta Area

Here, I led the production of impactful broadcast content, driving brand awareness and audience engagement through strategic storytelling and creative execution. I delivered engaging projects that resonated with diverse audiences and reinforced client brands in competitive markets.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

In my tenure at BKV, I managed broadcast campaigns to elevate client profiles and enhance viewer engagement. My strategic/creative approach to content creation and timely delivery of quality projects contributed to significant audience growth and sustained client satisfaction.