Marianna James
Producer
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Creative, proactive, and resourceful film industry professional with a diverse background in film/video/TV production management. Experienced in multiple areas of film production, including Assistant director, art director, and production supervisor and line producer. Skilled in day-to-day operations management, complex multi-stakeholder coordination, collaboration and communication. Detailed, accurate, and organized, with strong time and workload management skills - ensuring expectations, budgets, and deadlines are met. Performs exceptionally well in demanding, time-driven settings, requiring quick adaptation, flexibility, and innovative problem-solving to navigate continuous change and challenge. Solid respect for diversity and active inclusion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Strata Manager Assistant
Quay Pacific Property Management
New Westminster, BC
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted the Strata Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of multiple residential and commercial strata properties.
- Conducted regular property inspections to identify maintenance and repair needs, ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment for residents and owners.
- Coordinated with contractors and vendors to address maintenance and repair issues promptly, ensuring timely resolution and minimizing disruptions.
- Managed budgets and financial records, including tracking expenses, preparing invoices, and reconciling accounts to maintain accurate financial records for each property.
- Acted as a primary point of contact for owners and residents, promptly addressing inquiries, concerns, and requests for information to ensure excellent customer service.
- Prepared reports and presentations to update stakeholders on the financial status, maintenance activities, and overall performance of the managed strata properties.
- Maintained and organized administrative documents, including meeting agendas, minutes, and correspondence, to facilitate smooth operations and ensure compliance with strata regulations.
- Assisted in the planning and coordination of annual general meetings, ensuring proper notification, agenda preparation, and accurate recording of minutes.
- Stayed updated with industry trends and best practices, actively seeking opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and improve the overall strata management process.
- Fostered positive and collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including owners, residents, and service providers, to promote a harmonious living environment within the managed properties.
Administrative Financial Assistant
Quay Pacific Property Management
New Westminster, BC
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Experienced in preparing financial reports, developing budgets, and analyzing data.
- Maintained daily reports and advised executive leaders in decision-making processes.
- Composed and proofread memos, letters and reports to verify error-free communication.
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Outstanding problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of relevant safety and compliance regulations.
- Experienced in working with stakeholders and managing customer relationships.
Temp Image Specialist
Iron Mountain Records Management
Coquitlam, BC
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted the Records Manager in developing and implementing records management policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records in both physical and digital formats.
- Assisted in the implementation of a retention schedule that ensured compliance with industry regulations.
- Coordinated with various departments to ensure proper storage and accessibility of records.
- Assisted in the management of the destruction of outdated records in compliance with retention schedules and regulations.
- Trained employees on records management policies and procedures.
Associate Producer
Sir Heck Media
Toronto ,ON
10.2018 - Current
- Interviewed industry professionals to determine fit for positions or roles.
- Provided comprehensive production support, including creating shot lists, booking talent and locations, and preparing sets for shooting.
- Documented production data via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Managed video shoots, set teams, and performers, as well as created work schedules.
- Assisted clients and creative teams in script writing and set design.
- Coordinated with clients to define project scopes of work, budgets, creative vision, and deliverable schedules for various types of videos.
- Performed /Supervise post-production and provided final product within time and budget constraints.
- Participated in creative meetings to assist in developing ideas and defining project deadlines.
Line Producer-"Get Cooking With the Stars"
Leftcoast TV
Vancouver,BC
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Working with the director, production manager and department head to prepare the show’s final budget, shooting schedule and production dates.
- Hired and trained independent production specialists, graphic designers and other staff members.
- Developed and proposed project scripts, sketches and storyboards for client approval throughout project phases, beginning with pre-production.
- Projected costs for crew salaries, equipment rentals, insurance, wardrobe, set design and location filming.
- Analyzed scripts, determined cost of production and broke down screenplay into schedules.
- Created filming schedules by determining production timeframes for shootings.
- Worked with director, production manager and department head to prepare film's final budget, shooting schedule and production dates.
- Revised schedules and control expenses to keep project on time and within budget.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Created production schedules for every step of video production.
- Prepared documents, reports, and presentations for executives and board members.
Creative Producer
Freelance
Canada-Mexico
01.2015 - 10.2019
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs for effective production.
- Associate Producer for a variety of international short films, including locations management, set dress, budget management, and troubleshooting issues with equipment, catering, and logistics.
- Worked on Fondeadora, Indie Gogo, and GoFundMe campaigns, as well as film festivals and screenings .
- Oversaw day-to-day operations for a production company specializing in creating videos for webcasting, commercials and special events; supervised post-production and screenings.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Led daily production meetings and weekly production calls.
- Coordinated with talent relations department to facilitate the payment of talent contracts.
- Oversaw video shoots, set teams, performers, and work schedules and operated production equipment.
- Coordinated with clients to define project. specifications, vision, scope and budget.
- Created/updated physical records/digital files, maintaining current, accurate, compliant documentation.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Addressed internal supply problems & implemented creative solutions to prevent delays/missed targets.
- Assisted director with planning and completing shots and footage.
- Completed logs and reports detailing production data, including volume, materials used, and quality assurance, to support management in operational decision-making.
- Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and coordinated with team to support production activities.
- Supervised wardrobe, hair, and makeup for several actors simultaneously on remote shoot locations.
- Supported multiple departments, including promotions, community management & creative direction.
- Generated 6.7M YouTube views for the "Eazy Mac - Just Easy” music video project .
Education
Art Direction Diploma -
Trendo
Mexico City 06.2019 -
Film Production Diploma -
Vancouver Film School
Vancouver ,BCBachelor of Marketing & Advertising -
Centro De Diseño
Mexico CityAssociate of Arts - Photography
Centro De Diseño
Mexico CityDiploma - Digital Photography & Adobe Suite
Edumac Digital Arts Centre
Mexico CitySkills
Film/TV/Video productionTeam leadership and coachingPlanning and coordinationProject managementBudget monitoring/controlScheduling and logisticsMulti-Stakeholder coordinationDocumentation and reportingDigital marketing and promotionsTroubleshooting/problem solvingMS Office and Adobe SuiteLocation ScoutingProduction Details BrainstormingScript Research and StudyingDiscretion and Confidentiality
Project manager supervision
Manager support
Skilled community-based case manager
STRATA
Administrative support
Key stakeholder relationship building
Recordkeeping strengths
Creative problem solving
Certification
Motion Pictures Safety 101– General safety awareness(MPGSA)
Timeline
Strata Manager Assistant
Quay Pacific Property Management
05.2023 - Current
Administrative Financial Assistant
Quay Pacific Property Management
02.2023 - 05.2023
Temp Image Specialist
Iron Mountain Records Management
10.2022 - 12.2022
Line Producer-"Get Cooking With the Stars"
Leftcoast TV
02.2022 - 04.2022
Art Direction Diploma -
Trendo
06.2019 -
Associate Producer
Sir Heck Media
10.2018 - Current
Creative Producer
Freelance
01.2015 - 10.2019
Film Production Diploma -
Vancouver Film School
Bachelor of Marketing & Advertising -
Centro De Diseño
Associate of Arts - Photography
Centro De Diseño
Diploma - Digital Photography & Adobe Suite
Edumac Digital Arts Centre