Operations and production leader with strong hospitality and client-success experience, focused on running projects smoothly—on time, within budget, and to a high creative standard. Experienced in directing and overseeing video production departments, managing production lifecycles, and serving as the main point of contact for retainers and ongoing client relationships.

Dayna-lee Baldo

Operations and production leader with strong hospitality and client-success experience, focused on running projects smoothly—on time, within budget, and to a high creative standard. Experienced in directing and overseeing video production departments, managing production lifecycles, and serving as the main point of contact for retainers and ongoing client relationships.

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Operations and production leader with strong hospitality and client-success experience, focused on running projects smoothly—on time, within budget, and to a high creative standard. Experienced in directing and overseeing video production departments, managing production lifecycles, and serving as the main point of contact for retainers and ongoing client relationships.

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Language

English
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Director of Production & Client Success at Magek Media
July 1, 2024 - Present
Directed and oversaw the video production department, ensuring projects were delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest creative standards. Led and managed videoographers and editors; handled the complete production lifecycle from client discovery and pre-production (filming, planning) through post-production (edits, revisions) and final delivery. Acted as the primary point of contact for monthly retainer clients, managing relationships and strategic marketing initiatives, including social media account management, content calendars, and publishing strategy. Developed creative concepts, scripts, shot lists, and production plans; led client meetings to define direction and brand. Supported sales initiatives by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and assisting business development.
Assistant General Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Montreal Airport
February 1, 2024 - November 1, 2022
Managed a dynamic front desk/reception team, overseeing schedules, day-to-day duties, and serving as primary contact for members. Facilitated seamless communication with guests, handled special requests, complaints, billing issues, and group reservations. Engaged with guests on social media platforms, responded to reviews, and maintained a positive online presence. Provided oversight of department heads responsibilities (restaurant, banquet halls, housekeeping, maintenance, and sales). Conducted brand standard audits and weekly property walk-throughs to ensure cleanliness and optimize guest experience. Recruited and trained front desk employees and analyzed financial reports (revenue, expenses, occupancy) to identify improvement areas. Collaborated with sales and revenue teams on promotional campaigns and packages; supported general manager with strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making.
Operations Manager at Vic Studio
November 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024
Managed reception team operations including scheduling, training, customer service, and client requests. Responsible for inventory control and purchasing/ordering; prepared reports for the General Manager (accounts payable/receivable, expenses, revenue, inventory). Collaborated with marketing to implement sales strategies, outreach, and promotions. Ensured daily facility cleanliness and maintenance, and worked with departments to support client safety and hygiene. Managed day-to-day operations on POS/business management software and ensured efficient operations. Coordinated across departments to maintain smooth customer-facing processes.
Administrative Assistant / Accounts Receivable at Courtyard by Marriott Montreal Airport
February 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
Processed and sorted incoming/outgoing mail and packages; created/modified signage. Handled inventory/stock ordering (stationery, printing supplies, business cards, name tags). Created and filed folders for the General Manager; created employee files for Human Resources. Sent direct billing to clients. Managed and posted receivables including wire transfers, checks, and direct deposits; communicated with clients and companies regarding overdue payments. Monitored billing ledgers (aging reports and guest deposit ledgers) and balanced/deposited cash overflows. Assisted with front desk training; supported as laboratory technician/research assistant including wet lab experience (centrifuging and aliquoting blood/plasma/serum/CSF/urine/saliva), biospecimen bank sample storage/management, international shipping of biospecimens, preparing participant files and specimen boxes, entering/organizing participant documents in databases, and registering physical samples. Prepared requisitions for in
Front Desk Receptionist / Night Audit Clerk at Courtyard by Marriott Montreal Airport
June 1, 2018 - September 30, 2021
Provided check-in/check-out support and responded to phone/email requests. Served as primary point of contact for clients; created and modified reservations and handled pre-arrival planning. Produced process reports for cancellations, advanced deposits, departures, and rate variances. Liaised with housekeeping, sales, maintenance, and banquet/restaurant departments. Managed elite status recognition and brand-standard knowledge; maintained relationships with new and returning clients. Accommodated and registered guest requests through an online system. Completed night audit tasks including closing/opening the system and sending daily reports to ownership; closed restaurant system.

Education

High School Diploma (Beaconfield High School) at Beaconfield High School
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Continuing Education Program (Dawson College) at Dawson College
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

CFT Canada certification (air/road transport of infectious substances)
February 1, 2021 - August 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare, Professional Services