KATHERINE SHEARER

• Collaborated with Festival Partners, including Sydney Festival, VIVID Sydney, Melbourne Jazz Festival, SIMA, Bluesfest and Great Southern Nights, securing CRH as a venue of choice for contemporary music acts.
• Coordinated schedules with promoters, managers, and artists to manage CRH calendar effectively.
• Negotiated favorable terms and conditions for promoter contracts.
• Secured compliance with legal requirements while contracting artists for events.
• Managed show budgets to ensure financial viability of each event.
• Collaborated with CRH key presenters to align on event calendars.
• Approved all show schedules and technical riders within production manager's budget constraints.
• Sourced personnel and organized support acts to enhance pre-show performance quality.
• Coordinated logistics for artists, including accommodation and transportation, and guest artist passes and tickets ensuring seamless execution.

• Directed front of house operations at 1,238-seat concert hall to enhance audience experiences.
• Elevated service standards to deliver exceptional experiences for all attendees.
• Provided leadership to ensure public safety during events and performances.
• Coordinated staffing logistics by rostering and onboarding casual front of house staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversaw bar operations with full-time bar manager to ensure efficiency.
• Facilitated integration of event planning through oversight of casual staff.
• Led team during performances while adapting to flexible schedules based on show times.
• Partnered with ticketing and box office to proactively address and minimize show disruptions.

• 2022 Produced 'Under The Water' collaborating with writer/director Isabella Andronos.
• 2021 Produced 'A House' collaborating with writer/director Matthew Taylor.
• 2020 Produced 'The Home Team' collaborating with writer/director Luke Cartwright.
• 2019 Produced 'This River' collaborating with writer/director Naomi Fryer.
• 2018 Produced 'Sweet Tooth', collaborating with writer/director Shannon Ashlyn.

Freelance Producer

• Managed client accounts for Australia Post and Woolworths, ensuring alignment with brand objectives
• Coordinated production for 'Journeys' Campaign Australia Post, facilitating seamless execution of project timelines
• Produced Fresh Idea shoots and campaigns, collaborating with creative teams to deliver compelling visual content

• 2022 Production Manager Contract The Disposables - ABCMe / TikTok Series, Photoplay Films Pty Ltd.
• 2022 Line Producer Contract Night Bloomers – SBS Digital Original Series, Turn About Entertainment Pty Ltd.
• 2022 Producer Co-production Bury The Fox - Screen NSW, Screenability Filmmakers Fund. Bull Ant Films & Two Shoe Films Pty Ltd.
• 2021 Production Manager & Associate Producer Contract Krystal Klairvoyant -TikTok Series, Screen Australia. Example Content Pty Ltd.
• Produced various film projects independently, overseeing all aspects from development to completion, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Managed production schedules for multiple film projects across diverse genres.
• Coordinated communication between directors, crews, and stakeholders, facilitating seamless workflow and enhancing collaborative efforts.
• Supervised filming operations to ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets.
• Collaborated with writers and directors on script development and revisions.
• Oversaw casting processes to select suitable talent for various productions.
• Developed marketing strategies to promote films and engage target audiences effectively.
• Secured locations and permits for filming, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Facilitated post-production processes including editing, sound design, and color grading.
• Generated original ideas and further developed ideas through research.
• Organized and attended pre-production meetings with key stakeholders to ensure successful execution of productions.
• Collaborated with directors, writers, designers, cinematographers, editors and other creatives throughout production process.
• Established relationships with vendors to negotiate contracts in order to maximize production value while staying within budget parameters.
• Created detailed call sheets and ensured all talent, crew, and vendors were informed on set expectations.
• Managed the workflow of projects from concept through post-production.
• Recruited additional staff to meet tight deadlines.
• Monitored progress of projects to ensure timely completion according to quality standards.
• Coordinated with directors and department heads to align production vision and goals.
• Developed and managed production budgets, accurately forecasting expenditures and controlling costs to maximize resources.
• Spearheaded casting sessions, selecting talent that best fits the project's needs.
• Provided mentorship and guidance to junior production staff, fostering professional growth.
• Negotiated contracts with talent, crew, and vendors, optimizing budget allocation.
• Managed crisis situations, resolving issues promptly to minimize impact on production.
• Facilitated communication between all production departments to ensure cohesive operations.
• Ensured compliance with legal, health, and safety regulations throughout production.
• Conducted meetings to discuss production progress and attain production objectives.
• Conferred with technical directors, crew members and writers to discuss details of production.

• Charging- AACTA Pitch Winner, Short Film. Director & Writer Sunny Grace.
• Ishmael - Short Film. Director & Writer Toby Morris.
• Liberty Street - Online Series '60. The Corinthian Food Store. Created by Duncan Ragg & Jessica Marshall.
• Baltasar - Short Film. Director & Writer - Brietta Hague.
• MONSKA - Music Video. Director - Isabella Andronos.
• CNUT - Stop-motion Short Film, ARACOURT Director - Courtney Westbrook

• The Art of Tasting - Web Series 5x7'
• Led production of Nikki To's directorial projects
• Writer - Sophie McComas
• Managed pre-production and production for shoots at QT Hotels across Australia.
  Executed travel arrangements for shooting projects at various QT Hotels in Australia.

2019 - GLORIA, Seymour Centre

Producer - Jeremy Waters

Director - Alex Berlage

Writer - Nick Jones

2019 - TREVOR, KXT Theatre

Producer - Jeremy Waters

Director - Shaun Rennie

Writer - Branden Jacobs-Jenkins

2019 - JOHN, Seymour Centre

Producer – Jeremy Waters

Director – Craig Baldwin

Writer – Annie Barker

Recognized at Sydney Theatre Awards for outstanding independent production

• Managed operations for Pop-up Globe, overseeing show execution and audience engagement.
• Managed daily operations, ensuring seamless execution of shows and enhancing audience experience.
• Facilitated interdepartmental communication to enhance operational workflows.
• Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance and protect artists and crew.
• Evaluated vendor contracts for cost-effective service delivery at events.
• Led post-event debriefs, collecting feedback to improve future operations and strengthen team collaboration.
• Pop-up Globe Sydney's Entertainment Quarter, Buckingham's Company's productions of A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Merchant of Venice and the Southampton's Company's productions of Macbeth and The Comedy of Errors.

The four productions played a cumulative total of 199 performances before Pop-up Globe Sydney closed on Sunday 16 December 2018.

Pop-up Globe Sydney was seen by over 105,000 people.

• A Midsummer Night's Dream received Best Production at 2018 BroadwayWorld Theatre Awards.
• Recognized actors Chris Huntly-Turner, Max Loban, and Sarah Griffin for outstanding performances.
• Brigid Costello awarded Best Choreographer; Miles Gregory named Best Director.
• Bob Capocci and Shona Tawhaio honored for Best Costume Design.

• Coordinated reservations and functions as hostess across multiple venues.
• Managed cashier responsibilities to ensure accurate financial transactions.
• Led front-of-house team as head hostess at Rosetta, optimizing service in a busy two-floor setting.
• Facilitated guest experiences through effective reservations management at Spice Temple and Rockpool Bar & Grill.
• Oversaw functions coordination, ensuring seamless operations during high-traffic periods.
• Trained new host staff to maintain service standards and operational efficiency.
• Streamlined reservation processes to improve guest satisfaction and reduce wait times.
• Collaborated with management to enhance overall front-of-house performance across all locations.