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Tom Spriggs

Los Angeles

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in the entertainment industry. Expertise in facilitating communication between producers, executives and creatives to enhance collaboration and project success. Committed to maximizing talent potential through strategic brand development.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Talent Manager and Producer

Principal Entertainment
Los Angeles
2024.01 - Current

Represent Actors, Writers and Directors working in Film, Television and Theater

  • Facilitated communication between talent, agents, publicists, and producers to streamline collaboration.
  • Work in conjunction with agents and attorneys to negotiate contracts
  • Shaped artist personal brand and artistic direction to strengthen long-term public image.
  • Organized events and interviews to increase talent visibility and promote career advancement.
  • Film and Television packaging and finance in an Executive Producer position.

Executive Producer

Line 200
Los Angeles
2018.01 - Current
  • Managed budgets for multiple high-profile productions, maximizing resource allocation and financial effectiveness.
  • Led talent negotiations and contracts for on-screen performers.
  • Negotiated contracts with actors, writers, directors, and other creative personnel.
  • Oversaw production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of projects and adherence to deadlines.
  • Directed pre-production meetings, aligning team objectives and strategies to enhance project coherence and execution.
  • Collaborated with marketing to promote upcoming projects effectively.
  • Recruited and hired crew members, including negotiating rates of pay.

Talent Manager

The Coronel Group
Los Angeles
2012.01 - 2023.12
  • Negotiated contracts for endorsements, media appearances, licensing, and sponsorships.
  • Served as liaison between talent, agents, publicists, producers, and brands.
  • Coordinated promotional events, interviews, and project timelines, maximizing audience exposure and interaction.
  • Developed artist's personal brand and artistic direction, enhancing public image and engagement.

Talent Manager

Elevate Entertainment
Los Angeles
2008.08 - 2012.01
  • Shaped artist's personal brand and artistic direction to enhance long-term public image.
  • Negotiated contracts for endorsements, media appearances, licensing, and sponsorships to maximize revenue opportunities.
  • Liaised between talent and agents, publicists, producers, and brands to streamline communication and foster collaboration.
  • Coordinate promotional events, interviews, and project timelines to maximize exposure
  • Employee Development: Design training, mentorship, and coaching programs to enhance employee skills.

Executive Assistant

Luber Roklin Entertainment
Los Angeles
2006.10 - 2008.08
  • Managed complex calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings for executive teams.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and itineraries for executives and high-profile clients, ensuring timely arrivals.
  • Maintained confidential files and sensitive information, safeguarding integrity and compliance with data protection standards.
  • Facilitated project collaboration by communicating across departments to streamline information flow.
  • Assisted in developing strategic initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Provided administrative support during contract negotiations and client engagements.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film Studies

University California Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
2005-06

Associate of Arts - Film And Television Production

Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA
2003-06

Skills

  • Project management
  • Client relationship management
  • Project curation
  • Rights management
  • Distribution partnerships
  • Market analysis
  • Budget evaluation
  • Industry networking
  • Negotiation skills
  • Script and Film analysis

Accomplishments

  • THE KING TIDE- Executive Producer (Toronto Film Festival)
  • CASTLE IN THE GROUND- Executive Producer (SXSW Film Festival)
  • GIANT LITTLE ONES- Co-Executive Producer (Toronto Film Festival)
  • MEAN DREAMS- Executive Producer (Cannes Film Festival)
  • *Full List of Producing Credits at Request

Affiliations

  • UCLA MFA Screenwriting Reader
  • Humanitas New Voices and Screenwriting Fellowship Advisor
  • USC First Pitch Avisor

Timeline

Talent Manager and Producer

Principal Entertainment
2024.01 - Current

Executive Producer

Line 200
2018.01 - Current

Talent Manager

The Coronel Group
2012.01 - 2023.12

Talent Manager

Elevate Entertainment
2008.08 - 2012.01

Executive Assistant

Luber Roklin Entertainment
2006.10 - 2008.08

Bachelor of Arts - Film Studies

University California Santa Barbara

Associate of Arts - Film And Television Production

Santa Barbara City College
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