Co-Owner, Senior Creative Producer• Clients: Acura, Aston Martin, Bentley, BMW, Crate & Barrel, CB2, GM, David & Goliath, Elie Saab, Elle, Bazaar, Kia, McCann, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Porsche, Saatchi & Saatchi, Toyota, Vogue, Volvo• Operational Leadership: Founded and scaled a bi-coastal full-service photography and motion production company, specializing in fashion, interior design, celebrity, and automotive imagery, expanding operations across key U.S. markets.• High-Impact Content Creation: Directed the development of successful campaigns for world-renowned brands, enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement.• Strategic Agency Partnerships: Established and maintained strong relationships with top agencies and third-party vendors, boosting collaboration and project success rates.• Talent Acquisition & Management: Recruited and led elite teams of creative professionals—including models, celebrities, influencers, and technical crews—elevating project quality and reputation.• Rights & Compliance Management: Navigated complex legal landscapes, securing all necessary rights, clearances, and legal commitments.• Contract & Negotiation Acumen: Negotiated favorable contracts with production partners, reducing costs while maintaining high-quality standards.• Budget Oversight & Optimization: Expertly managed multi-million-dollar budgets, consistently delivering projects under budget and reallocating savings to enhance production value.• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Implemented advanced production technology solutions, improving team collaboration and accelerating project turnaround times.• Innovation & Growth Initiatives: Pioneered the integration of CGI technologies & methodologies, staying ahead of industry trends and offering creative solutions to clients.• Global Network Development: Built an extensive international network of production talent across North and South America, Europe and the Caribbean, broadening the company's reach and capabilities.