Michael Pelham

About Michael Pelham

I specialize in producing and delivering digital, video, audio, experiential, and print production assets at scale - thousands of files, dozens of stakeholders, multiple markets - while elevating the teams that make it all possible. I\'ve led cross-functional teams across the US, Europe, and Central America to execute complex, multi-channel campaigns for some of the world\'s most recognized brands, from C-suite strategy down to final delivery.Key Achievements:• Scaled weekly digital asset production to 2,500+ across global eCommerce clients - managing quality, consistency, and delivery across 10+ languages simultaneously• Drove weekly error rates from 30% to virtually zero through process redesign and team leadership - not just fixing problems, but eliminating them• Directed content production for retail display kiosks supporting $2B in annual revenue - video, audio, photography, animation, and graphics, end to end• Delivered assets per project across 30+ global product launches, on time and within budget• Led teams of up to 30 across the US, Europe, and Central America while managing budgets up to $1M and serving as the direct link between creative teams and C-suite executivesWhat I Bring:I lead with clarity, humor, and a genuine investment in the people doing the work - building teams that are accountable, aligned, and motivated even when the work gets tough. Great results start with talented and supported teams. Recent Client Portfolio:DoorDash, Moderna, Audible, Bose, GMC, General Motors, Unilever, Johnson & JohnsonCore Expertise:Agile methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, timeline management, budget management, transcreation and translation production, stakeholder coordination, cross-functional team leadershipMy Digital Toolbox: Workfront, Jira, Notion, Monday, and adaptability to additional PM tools as well as managing teams working in After Effects, Premiere, DaVinci, Final Cut Pro, Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, Cinema 4D, Maya, Pro Tools, Microsoft and Google Office SuiteActive user of AI tools including Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, Notion, Monday, and more to streamline complex documents, task outlines, meeting notes, and stakeholder communications.The Reviews Are In:“He listens, problem-solves, and creates space for great work to happen. And he does it all with a calm, steady approach that builds trust across teams.”-Sara W _ Creative Director“He consistently demonstrated a sharp eye for detail and a genuine curiosity to understand each project thoroughly, which made a real difference on the creative side.”-Gabriela Y _ Design Lead

Experience

1. Senior Digital Producer & Project Manager

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   Apr 2022 — Present

   Direct team of 10 - 30 including: creative directors, art directors, copy writers, motion artists, designers and vendors located in United States, Europe and Central America. Lead daily team status meetings with emphasis on accountability and efficiency while fostering a culture of support, and positivity>Manage daily workflow output of up to 2,500 assets/week with a focus on globalized marketing plans, translation and transcreation in up to 10+ languages. Identified process gaps and improved final motion and static asset output.>Key member of production team, reporting to Head of Program Management, collaborating with Account Directors, Creative Directors, Head of PR, Head of Strategy, Chief Client Officer, Chief Communications Officer, CMO, CTO, CEO regarding budget and project progress.>Execute all phases of media workflow: prep, design, production, post-production. Identify specific resources to best handle each phase.>Support clients from varying industries including: DoorDash, Moderna, Intel, Audible, Royal Canin and Heineken. Lead weekly-scheduled meetings with clients, employing expert communication skills and savvy understanding of brand needs and client expectations.>Responsible for staying agile and adjusting to producing content at scale in an ever-changing media landscape with all associated specifications including: Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Google, App Stores, etc.

Education

• Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  Bachelor’s Degree, Communication and Media Studies