Production Operations Manager
CurrentPromoted to Production Operations Manager after leading the team through the pandemic and multiple record-breaking years for weather disasters.Responsible for scheduling 30 full-time staff and 25+ freelance contractors and managing the resources and production facilities for The Weather Channel's 24/7 live programming.Coordinates between all key stakeholders for the operation of the network with a focus on the afternoon and prime-time programming.Develop standard operating procedures for the network's production teams.Manage projects for new production equipment and operational software implementations.Managed the control room technicians and studio staff during the network's coverage of the 2021-2022 Tropical Season, including 24/7 live coverage of Hurricanes Ida, Ian, and Nicole, resulting in The Weather Channel being one of the most viewed networks in the nation during prime time hours. Collaborated on the launch of The Weather Channel Español, the nation's only 24/7 weather network dedicated to Spanish-speaking viewers. Managed the network's operational launch of Immersive Mixed Reality products for prime time programming. Led the operational implementation of AVIDs Powerwall system..Worked closely with the engineering department to implement 4 new Autoscript Teleprompter systems and trained staff on the new systems.Organized the operational commissioning of a new Lectrosonics IFB system. Collaborated on the network's expansion of live remote capabilities, expanding the network's ability to cover more simultaneous weather events across the country.