Jenny Polyzotis
Toronto,ON
Summary
Seasoned Production, Communication and Client Relations professional bringing proven skills in negotiating, managing relationships, problem solving and liaising across departments. Meticulous, well-organized and decisive field professional skilled at cultivating and deepening productive relationships with tenants/owners, companies and agency representatives. Ready to bring knowledge and abilities to challenging role with potential for long-term career advancement and success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
MOOI SPACE INC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented strategies to boost client bookings for commercial photo shoots to increase sales and profitability.
- Liaised with prospective and hired clients to foster consistent, positive relationships through the booking, production and post production phases.
- Managed and controlled expenses and cash flow, shooting schedules and contract negotiations.
- Provided exceptional client service to all stakeholders, routinely solving problems in a proactive way.
Producer
Gearshift Productions
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery of Mega Brands commercials.
- Provided input and support to director and other creative staff to ensure production ran smoothly and delivery was on time.
- Liaised with Mega Brands staff, directors, actors and editing team to ensure timely flow of communication.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Collaborated with marketing and advertising teams to achieve successful launch of projects.
Co-Founder
Get Curious Now
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Developed an 8-week immersive learning experience for youth exploring curiosity, project plan development and final product execution.
- Wrote detailed weekly sessions with questions and exercises to guide youth product development plans.
- Facilitated evening workshops with founding partner to engage youth in a structured, hands-on program to discover their curiosity and potential.
- Hosted the final presentation allowing youth to present their product plans to a live audience.
Social Media Manager
Art Spin + Small World Music
04.2016 - 10.2016
- Created a social media plan to boost awareness and engagement for In/Future Festival - An immersive celebration of multidisciplinary art and world music at Ontario Place.
- Developed and managed content calendars for Facebook and Instagram to establish timely and relevant posts resulting in increased customer engagement and ticket sales. pf 15,000+.
Programming Lead
TEDxToronto
02.2011 - 10.2013
- Liaised with multiple departments to foster consistent, positive relationships and communication resulting in sold out conferences year after year.
- Curated and managed all entertainment for the conferences, sourcing high-profile artists like Maestro Fresh Wes, Matthew Good and Red Sky.
- Provided speaker coaching to Ariel Garten, Marcelo da Luz and Thalmic Labs.
Creative Producer
Sinking Ship Entertainment
01.2007 - 04.2012
- Wrote and produced award-winning series episodes for leading networks including National Geographic Kids', TVO, Treehouse TV and CBC Kids.
- Negotiated partnerships with established brands like Air Canada, Hilton Hotels, Moet and Chandon and Hydro One generating over $500,000 in sponsorships.
- Developed schedules for on-set production, hired fixers and actors for multiple TV series.
Tenant Coordinator
Tridel Corporation
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Maintained positive relationships with tenants and vendors by using active listening and effective interpersonal talents.
- Processed rent collection invoices, billing and other charges in accordance with tenant lease agreements.
- Supervised daily operations of property in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
- Acted as professional liaison between tenants and personnel in management office.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Business
Ryerson University
Toronto, ONPost-Graduate Certificate - Public Relations - Corporate Communications
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ONBusiness Marketing Diploma - Marketing Management
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ONSkills
- Communication
- Microsoft Excel & Outlook
- Negotiation
- Problem Solving
- Skilled Multi-tasker
- Tenant Coordination
- Working with tenants
- Production Management
Timeline
General Manager
MOOI SPACE INC
01.2023 - 06.2023
Producer
Gearshift Productions
09.2022 - 01.2023
Co-Founder
Get Curious Now
09.2018 - 09.2019
Social Media Manager
Art Spin + Small World Music
04.2016 - 10.2016
Programming Lead
TEDxToronto
02.2011 - 10.2013
Creative Producer
Sinking Ship Entertainment
01.2007 - 04.2012
Tenant Coordinator
Tridel Corporation
01.2004 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Commerce - Business
Ryerson University
Post-Graduate Certificate - Public Relations - Corporate Communications
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Business Marketing Diploma - Marketing Management
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
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