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Stephan Cotterell

George Town,,Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Summary

Accomplished film industry leader with extensive experience in managing and promoting film production in the Cayman Islands. Founder of Keep Kreative Ltd, the island’s premier production facility established to meet the rising demand for film services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Successfully partnered with major international players such as BBC, HBO, and Hulu, facilitating seamless local and international productions by providing essential resources, crew management, and logistical support. Proven expertise in all facets of film production, from pre-production planning and location scouting to post-production editing and talent management. Spearheaded the rebrand and production of "Discover Cayman," a travel and tourism show that highlighted the beauty of the Cayman Islands, enhancing the local tourism experience through strategic content development and collaboration with sales and marketing teams. Strong industry relations, strategic planning, and marketing skills, coupled with a deep understanding of regulatory compliance and permitting processes, have enabled the successful promotion of the Cayman Islands as a premier filming destination. A seasoned leader with a track record of mentoring teams, managing budgets, and delivering high-quality projects on time and within scope. Committed to fostering a thriving film industry that supports both local talent and international collaborations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder

Keep Kreative Ltd.
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
12.2019 - Current
  • Launched Keep Kreative to address the rising demand for film production facilities in the Cayman Islands during the COVID-19 pandemic. Established a state-of-the-art photography and video studio available for rent through KeepKreative.com.
  • Partnered with major industry players including BBC, HBO, and Hulu to support both local and international film productions, contributing to the successful execution of projects by providing essential filming services, crew management, and equipment.
  • Oversaw and managed the island’s largest and only comprehensive collection of production resources, ensuring seamless operations on movie sets filmed in the Cayman Islands.

Producer

Hurley's Media
George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Led the production of "Discover Cayman," a local travel and tourism show, from concept development to final delivery, showcasing the beauty of the Cayman Islands.
  • Managed all aspects of production, including location scouting, logistics coordination, client liaison, filming, content editing, and talent management.
  • Collaborated closely with the Sales department to ensure the show met client expectations and aligned with marketing objectives.
  • Delivered a high-quality program broadcast in hotels and establishments across the islands, enhancing the local tourism experience.
  • Supervised and mentored two junior team members, providing training in filming and editing techniques to elevate overall production quality.
  • Led the execution of large-scale events in collaboration with the marketing team, producing a range of marketing materials, including videos, graphics, flyers, and social media content, to support promotional efforts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Business

Full Sail University
Orland, Florida
07-2011

Associate of Science - Recording Arts Technology

Full Sail University
Orlando, Florida
07-2009

Skills

  • Film Production Management
  • Strategic Planning and Development
  • Industry Relations and Networking
  • Marketing and Promotion
  • Regulatory Compliance and Permitting
  • Team Leadership and Development
  • Budgeting and Financial Management
  • Project Management
  • Location Scouting and Resource Management
  • Client and Stakeholder Engagement

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Founder

Keep Kreative Ltd.
12.2019 - Current

Producer

Hurley's Media
01.2017 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Science - Entertainment Business

Full Sail University

Associate of Science - Recording Arts Technology

Full Sail University
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