Kontakt FilmsOwner / Creative Director / Executive Producer
Jan. 2003Toronto, Ontario, Canada1) Launching self-employed film production business producing corporate and music-based brand communications with services in areas such as videography, studio management, copy and video editing, script writing, design and consultation, research and development, project management, and technical support.
2) Building, growing, and maintaining a high-end client base and project work with clientele such as SickKids, Heineken, Coca-Cola, Georgian College, Kia Canada, INNOCEAN Worldwide Canada Inc., King Cole Ducks, Sleeman Breweries, West49, Henry’s Camera, Universal Music, Quiksilver, and more.
3) Showcasing a variety of content style creations including corporate communications, educational and instructional videos, broadcast television commercials, music videos, web campaigns, corporate videos and independent films, and more, with work being shown across Canada and the US on stations such as MuchMusic, HGTV, MTV, Global, and more.
4) Maximizing organizational efficiency and productivity through overseeing day-to-day creative and technical needs of productions, managing all aspects of life cycle from concept to delivery, coordinating initial pitching, client briefing, concept development, script writing, pre- and post-production, shoot details, design, music sourcing, and call sheets.
5) Executing day-to-day operations management including controlling production budgets up to $60K, hiring and managing various crew and talent actors, scoping out set locations, negotiating rates for equipment and locations, overseeing ongoing business expenses, including company HST and employee payroll.
6) Increasing sales and tripling client West49’s stock value by writing, directing, and producing over 25+ television commercials while managing budgets ranging for $5K - $60K for various campaigns throughout the year.