Emma Watkinson

Experience

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  ITEL (International Television Enterprises Ltd)

  Nov 1996 - May 1997

  Material Supply Assistant
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  MediaWorks NZ

  Sept 1998 - Dec 2007

  Managed the development and commissioning of entertainment and children’s programmes, handling budgets, contracts and editorialCultivated relationships with external production companies and funding bodiesLed a team of creatives to produce high quality content under tight deadlines Facilitated delivery of all local production & associated material to Network.Liaised with all internal departments, external production companies and funding bodies to ensure all requirements were smoothly and effectively actioned and excellent relationships fostered and maintainedManaged internal and external facilities and ran key budgets Personal Assistant to Head of Sport & Head of Local ProductionGeneral office management, reception duties, accounts processingAssistant for internal productions

  • Head of Entertainment & Children's Production

    Sept 2003 - Dec 2007

  • Production Manager

    Mar 2001 - Sept 2003

  • Personal Assistant

    Sept 1998 - Mar 2001
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  Volt Media New Zealand

  Jan 2008 - now

  Business Manager & Senior Production Manager

  Oversee all aspects of company operations including staff management, financial and budget management.Develop and maintain strong client relations working with high profile brands across New Zealand.Key in securing new business opportunities through development and submission of winning tenders and business proposals.Senior production manager for live television broadcasts and events with responsibility for all planning, booking and co-ordination including staff management, budget management and rigorous cost control.On site producer of events New Zealand wide ensuring on air television and client requirements are met to a high standard.Liaise with key stakeholders, sponsors & on-air talent & guests.Streamline company operations and improve project efficiency by implementing processes for production scheduling & crew co-ordination.Contribute to creative & directorial input on multiple award-winning media projects. Show less