I am a resourceful and results-driven creative entrepreneur with over 14 years of experience in video production, content creation, and business management. I have led projects from concept through completion, balancing creative vision with client goals while keeping budgets in check and timelines tight. My work spans fashion, hospitality, and film, and I excel at building strong teams, shaping strategy, and delivering high-quality content for diverse platforms. I’m eager to bring my film and digital production expertise to a Film and Digital Production Manager role, where I can drive impactful storytelling, optimize production workflows, and partner with clients to achieve measurable results.

Anthony Umina

I am a resourceful and results-driven creative entrepreneur with over 14 years of experience in video production, content creation, and business management. I have led projects from concept through completion, balancing creative vision with client goals while keeping budgets in check and timelines tight. My work spans fashion, hospitality, and film, and I excel at building strong teams, shaping strategy, and delivering high-quality content for diverse platforms. I’m eager to bring my film and digital production expertise to a Film and Digital Production Manager role, where I can drive impactful storytelling, optimize production workflows, and partner with clients to achieve measurable results.

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I am a resourceful and results-driven creative entrepreneur with over 14 years of experience in video production, content creation, and business management. I have led projects from concept through completion, balancing creative vision with client goals while keeping budgets in check and timelines tight. My work spans fashion, hospitality, and film, and I excel at building strong teams, shaping strategy, and delivering high-quality content for diverse platforms.

I’m eager to bring my film and digital production expertise to a Film and Digital Production Manager role, where I can drive impactful storytelling, optimize production workflows, and partner with clients to achieve measurable results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Golden Cactus Media
January 1, 2022 - Present
Rebranded and relocated the production company from Brooklyn, NY to Arizona, expanding focus to include video production for small businesses, music videos, e-commerce, and hospitality industries. Directed full-cycle production from planning to post-production, ensuring high-quality output and client satisfaction. Developed social media growth strategies and content plans to boost brand visibility and engagement on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Founder & Creative Director at Next Stop Studios
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Led direction and production of creative video projects for high-end brands such as Charriol and The Limited, plus local businesses. Directed and produced the feature film 100 Monkeys: Operation V on a $1,000 budget, now available on Amazon Prime. Managed production logistics, budgeting, creative direction, and day-to-day operations, ensuring deadlines and budgets were met while aligning with marketing strategies.
Line Producer & Director at Lead Maker Media
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Directed video production for commercials, promos, and social media content across multiple sectors. Managed production teams, coordinated logistics, and allocated resources to maintain schedules and deliverables. Developed content strategies for small businesses to increase engagement, visibility, and sales.
Film Production Assistant at Reel Men Rentals, Inc.
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Gained hands-on experience in film production equipment and logistics. Assisted with equipment delivery, setup, breakdown, and content creation to promote rental services.
Freelance Video Producer & Photographer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2011 - Present
Freelance work across weddings, music videos, family photography, headshots, and events. Built client relationships, managed projects, and delivered high-quality video and photography with attention to client vision.
Freelance Video Production & Photography at Self-Employed
January 1, 2011 - Present
Provided wedding videography, music video productions, family photography, headshots for actors, and event productions. Managed client relationships and delivered high-quality video and photography services across multiple projects and clients.

Education

AAS in Motion Picture & Television Production at Scottsdale School of Film, Theater, and Multimedia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
AAS in General Business at Scottsdale Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Film Production Certificate at Scottsdale School of Film, Theater, and Multimedia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Entrepreneurial Studies Certificate at Phoenix College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Arizona Real Estate License at Arizona Department of Real Estate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
AAS in Motion Picture & Television Production at Scottsdale School of Film, Theater, and Multimedia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
AAS in General Business at Scottsdale Community College
January 1, 2024 - March 11, 2026
Film Production Certificate at Scottsdale School of Film, Theater, and Multimedia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Entrepreneurial Studies Certificate at Phoenix College
January 1, 2024 - March 11, 2026
Arizona Real Estate License at Arizona Department of Real Estate
January 1, 2023 - March 11, 2026
AAS in Motion Picture & Television Production at Scottsdale School of Film, Theater, and Multimedia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
AAS in General Business at Scottsdale Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Film Production Certificate at Scottsdale School of Film, Theater, and Multimedia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Entrepreneurial Studies Certificate at Phoenix College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Arizona Real Estate License at Arizona Department of Real Estate
January 1, 2023 - May 14, 2026

Qualifications

Arizona Real Estate License
January 1, 2023 - January 10, 2026
Film Production Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Entrepreneurial Studies Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
AAS in Motion Picture & Television Production
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
AAS in General Business
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
AAS in Motion Picture & Television Production
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Arizona Real Estate License
January 1, 2023 - March 11, 2026
AAS in General Business
January 1, 2024 - March 11, 2026
Film Production Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Entrepreneurial Studies Certificate
January 1, 2024 - March 11, 2026
Arizona Real Estate License
January 1, 2023 - May 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services, Other, Real Estate & Construction