Zoe Unkovich

The role of the Bonding Director, reporting to the Comptroller, oversees the bonding process, which is to obtain adequate financial security, through the posting of cash bonds or other financial instruments, to ensure that employers meet their contractual obligations to employees working under Equity contracts and collective bargaining agreements.

• Drive, facilitate, and oversee the bonding process for all theatrical productions within the western jurisdiction
• Work with Staff, Employers and Financial Instituions in order to meet all the requirements for posting a bond
• Monitor the bond clearance process to ensure that all monetary claims made against an employer are satisfied before the bond is released
• Confirm the validity of bonds through communication with financial institutions and participate in internal and external audits
• Oversee payment of claims and the ultimate release of bonds
• Facilitate communication between internal and external stakeholders to ensure that best interests of Equity and its members are well-served
• Back-up bonding responsibilities in other regional offices
• Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to improve overall productivity
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for theatrical finance transactions, minimizing potential losses and mitigating risks
• Collaborated with internal teams to ensure accurate reporting of theatrical finance activities to regulators and staff
• Implemented new accounting software, optimizing workflows and increasing productivity within the finance department
• Forensic accounting, cyber threat risk assessment and response
• Handled high volumes of cash daily, keeping meticulous records to ensure accountability and transparency
• Executed Sight Drafts, Release Letters, Security Agreements and contracts

• Primary content writer for Piñata Farms - writing viewable here: www.pinatafarm.com/blog
• Provided customer support via in app messaging to over 50,000 users on a daily basis as manager of communication teams
• Designed visually appealing and user-friendly app interfaces by incorporating client requirements and industry best practices
• Assisted in the creation of marketing materials such as promotional videos or graphics to support successful product launches
• Participated in post-launch evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance overall user satisfaction
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines, showcasing strong organizational skills
• Get ahead of the news cycle/pop culture and current events in order to predict the needs of users
• Streamlined functions by developing and implementing processes and task management ticket systems
• Wrote the communications play by play book for all team members

• Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time for five partners
• Roster maintenance of some 200 clients across multiple disciplines; film, tv, commercial, theatrical and live performance
• Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group
• Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings
• Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations
• Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries across two bi coastal offices
• Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace
• Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties
• Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence
• Acted as a gatekeeper and escalated relevant information to executives as needed
• Coordinate executive communications externally and internally between the business and high-level clients, Production Companies, Casting Agents and Directors
• Social Media Manager - IG/Facebook/Ticktock
• Assisted with contracts and deal memos

• Managed large interchanging casts of over 25+ performers, technical crew and local staff during national tours and on ship-based productions
• Reviewed organizational policies and procedures, recommending updates as necessary to maintain compliance with industry standards
• Negotiated contracts with clients and vendors, securing advantageous terms for the organization
• Established performance metrics for employees, driving excellence in job performance and accountability
• Worked with cast members who have strong personalities and who originate from different countries to ensure a harmonious relationship between cast members and effective communications
• Managed any personal disputes quickly and with sensitivity to ensure a safe and happy working environment
• Provide detailed feedback to upper-level management
• Nominated as employee of the month multiple times

• Automated office operations, managing client correspondence, payment scheduling, record tracking and data communications
• Administered physical and digital filing systems, keeping records well-organized and easily retrievable by team members
• Distributed company correspondence, including memos and updates to reinforce and apprise departments and divisions of corporate objectives and developments
• Improved operational efficiencies, managing work requests, new orders, pricing and changes while coordinating logistics to verify delivery dates
• Served as main point of contact for outside vendors and every tenant within a 51 storey high rise building
• Communications included and not limited to; leasing enquires, maintenance requests, safety and training enquiries, general enquiries
• Planned and executed successful corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of up to 10
• Managed financial documentations such as expense reports and invoices
• Handled supply purchases and inventory management for office operations and equipment maintenance
• Created and compiled all safety training procedures into manuals, which were disseminated to all members of the staff
• Created and implemented safety policies and procedures for high rise office buildings including weekly Fire Alarm Testing, EWIS testing, Fire Evacuations and Drills techniques