Film and Arts
Benjamin Passini
CEO At La Distribuzione
Cuenca, Azuay
Summary
Results-driven Director with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth.
Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. Determined Business Owner with commitment to excellence and more than 20 years of experience. Effective collaborator promoting Team Work and Delivering a Final Product to our Customers.
Accomplished CEO well-versed in assessing risk, developing solutions and implementing positive changes to achieve sustainability and growth in challenging market conditions. Adept at building and strengthening business and customer relationships.
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Languages
Work History
CEO
La Distribuzione
Cuenca
10.2013 - Current
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
- Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
- Procured and coordinated new resources to achieve sales targets within optimal timeframes.
- Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
Free Lance, Film Director/ Art Director/ Producer
Kinetica, Maruri, Katango Films, Vision Uno, Z Films, Mr B & Co, Maluchi Vivar, YVM Studio,
Guayaquil
04.2008 - 10.2013
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
- Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
- Used Final Cut, Sony Vegas and Adobe Creative Suite 5 to produce high-quality 8K, 4K, FULLHD videos.
- Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
- Independently conceptualized timelines, storyboards and themes of video projects.
- Conducted numerous rehearsals before film production to stimulate actors' emotions and creative side.
- Addressed creative director's notes and prepared projects for final delivery.
- Collaborated with all producers and screenwriters to make collective vision for more then 100 films.
- Effectively operated camera, audio and production equipment during staffing shortages.
- Collaborated with creative directors and producers to plan, coordinate and execute complex video productions.
- Edited and directed episodic documentary content from assembly to final cut.
- Reviewed all daily work with producers, creative director of video and other stakeholders.
- Set budgets, travel itineraries and timelines and maintained call sheets.
- Managed casting and selected shot locations.
- Exported final products onto DVD disks, Internet and other electronic media formats.
- Chose locations and settings for individual scenes, angles of cameras and gestures used by actors
- Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
- Scheduled filming days and weekends, from pre-production meetings to final edits.
- Maintained high department standards in production of media and video projects.
- Operated industry-standard cameras, lighting and photography equipment and various job-related computer software.
- Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.
- Assigned tasks to assistant editors and interns to improve video production.
Turist Guide
PLANA
Barcelona
03.2003 - 10.2008
- I showed American/English/French/Russian Tourist the City of Barcelona In different Tours:
- Barcelona History, Architecture Gaudi
- Barcelona History of Football, Barcelona Team Neu Camp
- Barcelona Food tour & Shopping
- Barcelona Historic Center and Olimpics 1996 History
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Sales Manager
Self Employed
Tarragona
11.2001 - 03.2003
- Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating on product and service features and offerings.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.
- Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
Radio Talk Show Host
102.7 FM Radio Villarica
Pucon
09.2000 - 11.2001
- Recorded and edited high-quality interviews and audio clips for broadcast.
- Answered booth call line and took song suggestions or comments from listeners.
- Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts for relevant topics in local news.
- Interviewed show guests and moderated discussions.
- Made promotional appearances at public events.
- Played music tracks from playlists provided by station management.
- Introduced upcoming broadcasts and guided audience through entertainment.
- Engaged with audience members through telephone calls and personal commentary on musical selections, political happenings, and other items of interest.
- Answered listener calls regarding song requests, giveaways and commentary.
- Read prepared scripts for radio and television shows.
- Selected and created audio cuts and pre-produced audio programs for more fluid broadcasting.
- Engaged listeners through social media platforms to increase station visibility.
- Produced creative radio segments focused on music, current events and lifestyle topics.
- Hosted music, news and entertainment segments for well-rounded radio shows.
Education
High School Diploma -
Corazon De Jesus
Lima 03.1992 - 12.1998
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
UFRO
Pucon 03.1999 - 12.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Film Direction/Production/Art Direction/Prop Man.
Cinema And Audiovisual School of Catalonia.
Barcelona 09.2003 - 06.2008
Skills
Business alliances
undefinedAccomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 27 in the development of La Distribuzione.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved Personal Shortage, Production Hiccups, Location Problems, which led to completion of a number of; Films, Music Videos, Commercial Publicity.
- Supervised teams of 120 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved desired results by completing Wedding Events, Launch of Laboratory Products, Family Reunions, Corporate Events, Film Festivals, Food Fairs with accuracy and efficiency.
Interests
Food Industry
Hospitality
Networking
Energy Production
Organic Farming
Hobbies
Adventure and Adrenaline Seeker, Skiing, Snowboarding, Swimming, Hiking, Sky Diving
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
CEO
La Distribuzione
10.2013 - Current
Free Lance, Film Director/ Art Director/ Producer
Kinetica, Maruri, Katango Films, Vision Uno, Z Films, Mr B & Co, Maluchi Vivar, YVM Studio,
04.2008 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Film Direction/Production/Art Direction/Prop Man.
Cinema And Audiovisual School of Catalonia.
09.2003 - 06.2008
Turist Guide
PLANA
03.2003 - 10.2008
Sales Manager
Self Employed
11.2001 - 03.2003
Radio Talk Show Host
102.7 FM Radio Villarica
09.2000 - 11.2001
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
UFRO
03.1999 - 12.2001
High School Diploma -
Corazon De Jesus
03.1992 - 12.1998
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