Erik Esparza

Experience

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  Grainey Pictures

  Apr 2005 - Oct 2007

  Editing/ Executive Assistant
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  Homestead Editorial

  Oct 2007 - Jun 2008

  Assistant Producer
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  Digital Arts

  Jun 2008 - Nov 2009

  Associate Producer (Stage Manager)

  -Managed and tracked power needs of green screen stage-Maintained equipment rentals, contracts, and inventory of stage, lighting and sound equipment.-Coordinated with vendors, clients and internal production teams, maintaining good successful working relationships.

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  Independent Consultant

  Nov 2009 - Oct 2013

  Event Manager

  - Mapped out and defined timelines for various events based on client needs.- Negotiated with vendors based on budgetary requirements.

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  Grainey Pictures

  Nov 2013 - Nov 2014

  Development Coordinator

  - Idea generator for pitches, and go-to for client services and needs- Conceived digital concepts for various clients such as SELF and Glamour Magazine.- Liaised with clients while on-set and managed production staff.

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  Deluxe Entertainment Services Group

  Oct 2014 - Nov 2016

  Coordinated internal client based procedures-Supervised in-house logistics of client based operations and created and enforced security procedures to ensure the protection of client content.-Led client services team to meet and exceed goals set by clients ranging from independent filmmakers to A-List celebrities.-Scheduled client editorial, color, and audio mix sessions and managed the client services team. Ensured the protection of confidential client content.

  • Operations Coordinator

    Dec 2014 - Nov 2016

  • Vault Tech

    Oct 2014 - Dec 2014
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  Direct Cinema

  Oct 2016 - Nov 2017

  Technical Project Manager

  Process planner and owner of content delivery-Planned and created a new process for nationwide delivery of feature content and live events across the nation for Landmark Theaters, Nighthawk Cinemas and Alamo Drafthouse.-Oversaw and managed creation and delivery, achieving 100% delivery rate and reduced costs across titles.

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  Home Studios

  Jan 2018 - Aug 2018

  Studio Manager/Assistant

  -Assisted in setup and breakdown of various film and event productions including lighting, stage equipment, props, and set pieces.-Client Services: acted as concierge for productions and guests.-Coordinated with vendors, clients and internal teams for setup and breakdown of shoots and events.-Maintained and managed studio spaces.

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  Prime Focus Technologies

  Aug 2018 - Apr 2020

  Account lead for IFC Films-Manage one of Prime Focus Technologies lead accounts: IFC Films, and oversaw editorial flow across post production process, including scheduling quality control for feature films, resolving issues (video dropouts, audio hits, etc.), trailer creation, and theatrical releases. Coordinate with Production Manager to deliver client network television series files internationally.

  • Production Manager

    Nov 2018 - Apr 2020

  • Senior Production Coordinator

    Aug 2018 - Nov 2018
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  Idc - International Digital Centre

  Mar 2021 - Mar 2022

  Project Manager

  -Hired to streamline project management and resource delegation for project fulfillment.-Partner directly with President/CEO for vetting of qualified potential translation partners.-Coordinate with 50+ specialist freelancers monthly to pre-qualify for localization projects.-Streamline email communication process through templatization and implementing consistency through guides and processes.

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  Deluxe

  Mar 2022 - Oct 2024

  Title Manager, Client Services

  -Oversee creation of feature and episodic localization materials for Amazon Studios Originals.-Partner with clients and internal stakeholders to create working schedules and budgets.-Coordinate with multiple global teams and liaison between the client to produce quality content within project scope.-Mangae, review, and approve project billing, including submitting overages and maintaining internal databases.-Oversee subtitling for major tentpole titles for global release on Amazon streaming services. Show less