Charles W. Cushman Iii Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, CA, US

Vista, California, US

San Francisco, US

• Developing high-quality training datasets for machine learning models
• Executing a range of writing tasks including content creation, text editing, and data annotation
• Reviewing and evaluating AI responses and other trainers’ work, including reasoning and justification ofresponses, given ambiguity and consideration of user perspectives

• Reviewing, developing, and implementing revised processes to streamline the production process and leading the way in standardizing processes and procedures to maximize efficiency
• Overseeing the QC process and delivery of shows to domestic and international networks
• Developing and implementing short-term and archival file storage systems and processes

Beverly Hills, CA, US

• Produced advertising assets for American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Golden Globes, New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, So You Think You Can Dance, and Streamy Awards
• Worked with a diverse pool of talent (e.g., Leah Remini, Ryan Seacrest, Taylor Swift)
• Oversaw the development, QA, and deployment of 36,000 assets for 6 shows
• Ensured that all assets met the requirements and were approved by corporate and talent partners
• Managed a team of animators, designers, photographers, videographers, and video editors
• Scheduled and prioritized projects and the backlog to ensure materials were delivered on time

Beverly Hills, California, US

• Produced marketing assets for American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Golden Globes, New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, So You Think You Can Dance, and Streamy Awards
• Worked with a diverse pool of talent (e.g., Leah Remini, Ryan Seacrest, Taylor Swift)
• Oversaw the development, QA, and deployment of 36,000 assets for 6 shows
• Ensured that all assets met the requirements and were approved by corporate and talent partners
• Managed a team of animators, designers, photographers, videographers, and video editors
• Scheduled and prioritized projects and the backlog to ensure materials were delivered on time

San Francisco, California, US

• Won TSIA STAR award for Innovation in Education Services (Looker Connect, Google)
• Developed and implemented a data-led strategy for the product roadmap
• Responsible for team morale and workforce efficiency during remote COVID work
• Reported regular status updates, escalated project issues, and proactively problem-solved project blockers
• Maintained and optimized project workflow, project tracking, internal and cross-functional communication
• Handled day-to-day critical issues and troubleshooting of production challenges

Los Angeles, CA, US

• Produced all materials for music festivals including web updates, print, social, digital, video, billboards, stage design, merchandise, and event collateral
• Produced and deployed 10,000 assets for Dirtybird Campout across all verticals (advertising, merchandise, event production) and in all media (print, video, digital, clothing, etc.)
• Managed 60+ projects concurrently across five verticals, four online properties, and 25 social channels
• Hired, direct, and mentor five creatives, 15+ freelancers, and interns
• Unit Production Manager on a limited web series
• Scheduled and prioritized projects and the backlog to ensure materials were delivered on time

New York, New York, US

• Produced all materials for domestic and international music festivals including app and web updates, print, social, digital, video, billboards, stage design, merchandise, and event collateral
• Produced and deployed 4,500 assets for the Global Citizen Festival national advertising campaign including video walls in Times Square, billboards (video and print), full-page ads in the Wall Street Journal, etc.
• Ensured that products met the spec requirements and were approved by corporate partners (Clear Channel Outdoor, T-Mobile, Live Nation, etc.) and artists (Rihanna, Coldplay, Green Day, etc.)
• Managed a multi-functional team of eight designers
• Scheduled and prioritized projects and the backlog to ensure materials were delivered on time
• Introduced Agile practices (Scrum and Kanban) to manage and improve the efficiency of the production cycle while adapting to ever-changing needs

Los Angeles, California, US

• Brought multiple strategic initiatives to market including a rebuilt website and storefront, Android app (v1.0), iOS app (v2.0), and the SmartBowl pet feeder
• Managed a team of five designers and four marketers to identify market opportunities and define product vision and strategy
• Produced all video content for web and TV
• Coordinated a cross-functional team (engineers, developers, designers, customer success, etc.) to develop new products and enhance existing products
• Coordinated the build, measure, learn loop, and created experiments to test product hypotheses from prototyping to production phases
• Used customer and market research to identify, prioritize, and provide solutions to customer needs

Denver, CO, US

• Brought multiple strategic initiatives to market including Beatport's 10-year anniversary website, the Stems music format, and Beatport Pro for Desktop
• Managed a team of five designers plus outside contractors
• Coordinated product development, launch, and continuing development with a cross-functional team including marketing, development, design, product and account management, and advertising
• Developed corporate relationships with industry leaders including Pioneer DJ, Native Instruments, Bitwig, and Future plc
• Managed a design team of five plus designers plus outside contractors
• Restructured the design team's work procedures using agile ceremonies and processes to improve the delivery timeline from being chronically one week behind to two months ahead of schedule

Los Angeles, California, US

• Designed, developed, and maintained the Mile 9 website to increase company profile and generate new business
• Analyzed metrics and KPIs to provide daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports
• Performed market research and analysis to identify customer needs and their solutions
• Strategized, developed, and executed a social media strategy that addressed the customer's pain points
• Produced national experiential marketing events to reach targeted demographics

• Developed and built over $120 million of construction while receiving seven "Outstanding" reviews and twice earning contractor of the year from the US Army Corps of Engineers
• Headed a staff of twenty personnel (including engineers, architects, and construction trades) on projects up to $32 million
• Coordinated cross-functional teams of engineers, architects, contractors, and the Federal government
• Researched customer pains, needs, and solutions for the development and construction of design-build projects while mitigating the potential risk
• Developed, built, and maintained large-scale, complex, integrated digital systems (communication, HVAC direct digital controls, integrated security, and fire and mass evacuation alarms)
• Established and managed project schedules and budgets while providing daily, weekly, and monthly updates

• Directly managed a staff of ten personnel, on multiple job sites, that included professional engineers, project engineers, designers, and construction trades
• Managed fifteen subcontractors in their day-to-day activities
• Created scope of work, sourced subcontractors, and managed the subcontractor bidding process
• Generated and implemented project schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget
• Created, implemented, and managed quality control programs to ensure that projects requirements were met
• Directed designers during project redesigns to ensure they met project goals

• Conceptualized and developed construction drawings based off the designer's rough drawings
• Worked with designers to ensure that their vision became a reality by exhibiting extreme attention to detail and demonstrating a high degree of accuracy when creating contract drawings (plans, specifications.
• Produced renderings and presentations for client review and approval
• Regularly communicated with planning, creative, and production departments
• Tested software updates and alternate CAD programs prior to adoption to ensure compatibility with office workflow

San Luis Obispo, CA, US

• Developed and printed archival photos
• Set up lighting equipment, carried out tests, positioned lights, and managed all light bulbs and traces or filters fitted over lights to create effects
• Helped students develop and print photos
• Assisted during staff and student photo shoots

• Organized and identified incoming slides for the photo editor
• Pulled archival slides
• Pulled images for usage by advertisers
• Helped select photos for print
• Reviewed and responded to unsolicited submissions