Meisha Rainman

Experience

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  The Gersh Agency

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2000

  Talent Agent

  Represented actors for film & television while being the primary negotiator for all employment contracts.In addition to, handling media requests, analyzing potential projects and overseeing staff.

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  Kohner Agency

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2002

  Talent Agent

  Represented actors for film & television while being the primary negotiator for all employment contracts.In addition to, handling media requests, analyzing potential projects and overseeing staff.

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  Paramount Pictures

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2005

  Department Coordinator, Feature Physical Production

  * Supported senior staff in developing multi-­‐million dollar film budgets and ensuring project compliance with strict schedules.• Managed scheduling and daily operations for studio based staff.

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  SILVERLAKE INDEPENDENT JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

  Jan 2008 - Sept 2014

  Executive Board Member

  Served as President (2012-14), Vice President (2010-12) and Development Chair (2008-12).* Guided Strategic Planning process that was instrumental in transitioning organization from successful Preschool of 100 families to thriving Community Center reaching 2000+ members in 3 years.* Primary negotiator for Executive staff agreements & AFSCME Union contract over multiple years

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  The Unusual Suspects Theatre Company

  May 2015 - Aug 2018

  Development Director

  As Development Director, I provided fundraising leadership and communications strategy while leading a team of staff and consultants to annually increase the visibility and fundraising of the organization.I proudly served as the organization’s ambassador, nurturing funder relationships and identifying individuals for board candidacy and prospects as potential donors. Worked closely with Executive Director and Board Leadership to develop the capacity of the Board to execute against aggressive development goals. Show less

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  CicLAvia, Inc.

  Sept 2018 - Aug 2021

  Director Of Development

  Proudly building partnerships across sectors to power our mission of working alongside community residents to transform streets into safe, connective spaces, support small businesses, and build bridges between residents and their civic leaders to ensure a more equitable and sustainable Los Angeles.