Michael S.

Gilman
michaelgilman9@gmail.com Summary of Qualifications Professional and business-savvy strategic thinker, with a detail-oriented and creative mind. A team player, capable of managing and expanding current business, and known for the keen ability to effectively oversee and direct all facets of: Brand Management Creative Employee Management Special Events PR Product Development Quality Assurance Legal TV/Radio Production Communications Promotions, Sales & Marketing Business Plan Development/Execution Project Management New Business/Client Development Talent Management

Experience Executive Director/Producer Video Production/Packaging & Pilot Development, Los Angeles LaGrange Post, Inc. 2011 - Present Create, develop and orchestrate the production of video/audio programming and packages, for prestigious entertainment production company clientele, to be used for on air broadcast, internet streaming, mobile platforms, and corporate promotion. Key member of the production team, responsible for new business and client development Responsible for the leadership and oversight of the production process from conception through completion Conceptualize and develop creative production plans to reflect clients need Draft written treatments and digital story boards for various production projects Create, develop and produce, promotional, video/audio, and/or new media packages, reflecting respective client brand or project Write script and edit video/audio Design visuals and create graphics Manage departmental budgets Director Communications, Los Angeles Found Animals Foundation, Inc. 2008-2011 Developed and directed a successful communications, marketing and promotions department for a privately funded, not for profit animal welfare organization, owned by one of Forbes 400 wealthiest men. Key member of the Global Communications team, responsible for protecting and extending the foundations reputation Responsible for the leadership and oversight of two of the foundations top priorities, minimizing shelter euthanasia through the adoption of homeless animals and affordable spay/neuter programs Created and executed programs to unify and strengthen the foundations voice while increasing public awareness Developed and managed brand, established positioning, messaging, and creative strategies in partnership with external communications, advocacy, and program leaders to advance the foundations work Worked with program managers to understand and translate business challenges into powerful research-based campaigns that employed traditional and new media forms of communication Organized public activities for foundation officials such as press conferences, media interviews, and speeches Assessed communication risks and vulnerabilities to ensure appropriate issue management plans were in place Served as point of contact for all press outlets, responding quickly and effectively on any/all issues Established and sustained relationships with key media representatives and opinion leaders Directed the work of a variety of agencies in select strategic projects such as the Anti-Dog Fighting Tip-line Created and developed promotional vehicles to drive web site traffic and growth Leveraged social & multi-media, providing sustainable content for all media channels Implemented strategies to support the success of foundation programs including the $75 million Michelson Prize and Grants in Reproductive Biology Served as point of contact to grantees for external communications Provided communications counsel to grantees and partner organizations related to the foundation Supported grantees in development of communication strategies, press releases and key materials Managed departmental budget

Manager/Entertainment, New York/Los Angeles O.M.G! Entertainment 2005-2008 Developed and executed multi million dollar promotional & marketing campaigns for entertainment based, talent and event planning company. Worked with various Grammy Award winners and Billboard topping artists Provided theatrical and musical talent to more than 100 scheduled events yearly Spearheaded special events, sponsorships and parties to breakout new talent and brands to public Utilized extensive client list within various industries, such as fashion, travel and beverage, etc. to enhance the careers of todays top musical and theatrical artists Clients included; Christina Aguilera, Janet Jackson, Black Eyed Peas, Britney Spears, Tony Moran, Peter Rauhofer, Junior Vasquez, Lady Bunny, Disney, Comedy Central, LOGO, Three Wishes Tours, Sony/BMG, House Of Blues, STAR Magazine, Instinct, Glamour, The Hollywood Diet, Fashion Week NY & LA, Van Cleef & Arpels, Levis, Stoli, Budweiser, RSVP Vacations and various non-profit organizations worldwide, etc. Operations Manager/Director-Marketing & Communications, New York Portrait Realty, Inc. 2005-2007 Met revenue goals by developing, producing and overseeing integrated marketing strategies for this multi-million dollar boutique Real Estate firm. Facilitated all new business propositions Directed and managed advertising and promotions staff to promote products and services to attract potential clients Developed pricing strategy to help maximize profits while ensuring that the firms customers are satisfied Created direct promotion programs, such as the 4/5 Exclusive that combined advertising with purchase incentives to increase sales Procured business by developing all creative assets including - direct mail, telemarketing, television, radio advertising, catalogs, exhibits, inserts in newspapers, internet advertisements, web sites, in-store displays, product endorsements and special events Director-Marketing & Promotions, New York Aghoma Corporation 2002-2005 Implemented all sales, marketing and promotional strategies for entertainment and event-based venues in New York City. Clients included: The Limelight @ Avalon, BLU, XL Bar and Lounge and SBNY, etc. Ensured and maintained competitive edge by developing and orchestrating integrated marketing strategies and plans including: brand programs, advertising, PR, promotions, contesting, entertainment, community events, direct marketing, internet marketing, trade shows, sampling opportunities, corporate & political events Managed all day to day business including: planning, security and staffing, talent booking, event planning, management and production, catering, contract labor and administrative Coordinated the operations of various production sub-disciplines (scenic, wardrobe, lighting, sound, projection, automation, video, pyrotechnics, stage management, etc.) of the presentation Production Manager-Television & New Media, Los Angeles TONOS Entertainment 2000-2002 Managed launch for a prestigious internet network together with owners/Grammy Award winners David Foster, Carole Bayer-Sager and Kenneth Babyface Edmonds. Key decision maker for business operations including: hiring staff, purchase of all equipment, design and creation of recording studio, customs coordination, telecommunications, labor relations, logistics, information technology, government liaison, venue booking, scheduling, operations management and workplace safety Television Producer & Series Development, New York/Los Angeles Various Entertainment Entities 1991-2000 Leadership role responsible for all areas of production including, but not limited to: Casting Development Hiring/Managing production staff Booking/interviewing celebrities Editing Writing Budgets Location scouting Wardrobe Pitching Network Liaison Camera Contracts included collaboration/partnerships with: Paramount Domestic Television, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Columbia Tri-Star Television, Warner Bros, Disney NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, MTV, Game Show Network, Disney Channel Telepictures Productions, Arista Records, Rysher Entertainment Three Wishes Tours, DIZZE Entertainment Emmy nominated for several productions including: Paramount Domestic Television; The Maury Povich Show, LEEZA

Responsible for execution of music-segmented business: Arista Records and BMG/Sony Music. Secured musical acts for television performances and tours Maintained and executed Sony music contracts within publishing and licensing Secured and produced live musical acts worldwide for various events, both televised and private Education and Professional Development NY Institute of Business and Real Estate Brooklyn College, CUNY-New York Special Skills MAC & PC Proficient, CisionPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Quark Press, Final Cut Pro, LexisNexis, etc. Video Editing Typesetting and Graphic Design Photography 35 MM & Digital Strong Internet/Research Skills Extensive list of Media, Production Crew and Corporate contacts New York State Certified/Licensed Real Estate Agent B.A., Television & Radio Production/Communications