Melvin Young Jr.

Product Manager

Los Angeles, California, United States19 yrs 6 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Over a decade of experience in animation production.
  • Expertise in managing high-pressure projects effectively.
  • Strong background in content creation and community engagement.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Media & Entertainment professional with a strong focus on animation production and content creation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Production ManagementAdobe Creative SuiteContent CreatorDigital StrategyArrest ProceduresSelf DefenseAttention To Detail

Other Skills

Microsoft OfficeTime ManagementStrategic PlanningNon-linear EditingAdobe ExpressGoogle GeminiSocial Media IntegrationGoogle DocsGoogle WorkspaceLive Video StreamingLive StreamingAdobe Premiere ProAdobe PhotoshopLoop Deck IntergrationPC building

About

Seasoned and enthusiastic professional with a deep-rooted passion for collaborative animation. Possessing over a decade of expertise in both 2D and CG network television production, I have a proven track record of successfully executing projects from inception to completion, with an unwavering focus on achieving results and fostering team morale. As an articulate communicator, I excel in empowering colleagues to make informed and productive decisions. My meticulous attention to detail and ability to deliver results within tight deadlines have been consistently demonstrated in fast-paced environments. Furthermore, I possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Additionally, I actively engage in creative live-streaming and content creation on social media platforms.

Experience

19 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 9 mos
Average Tenure
5 mos
Current Experience

The pokémon company international

Production Coordinator

Dec 2025Present · 5 mos · Bellevue, Washington, United States · Hybrid

Production ManagementMicrosoft OfficeAdobe Creative SuiteTime ManagementStrategic Planning

County of los angeles probation department

Deputy Probation Officer

Sep 2025Nov 2025 · 2 mos · On-site

  • Completed the Juvenile Correction Officer Core Academy Training Program to become a sworn officer by meeting both academic and physical requirements.
  • Received California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) PC832 Arrest Certification.
Arrest ProceduresSelf DefenseFirst AidAutomated External Defibrillator (AED)

Mellennium studios, llc

Content Creator

Oct 2023Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • Content Creator, Live Streamer, Editor and Designer for the Little Nerdy Xalen brand across multiple social media platforms:
  • Oversaw the overall production, editing and publishing of short and long form videos
  • Managed schedules and uploads across various social media platforms including YouTube, Twitch, TikTok and Instagram
  • Assembled footage, graphic visuals and audio effects for finished video products
  • Hosted weekly gaming live streams for global audiences on social media platforms including YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok
  • Managed a community of 200+ Discord members with weekly updates and engagement
  • Designed original overlays and graphic images for brand use
Digital StrategyProduction ManagementNon-linear EditingAdobe ExpressGoogle GeminiSocial Media Integration+12

Netflix

2 roles

Associate Manager, Production Management - Kids & Family Animated Series

Jun 2022Feb 2024 · 1 yr 8 mos · Los Angeles, California, United States · Hybrid

  • Similar responsibilities to Original Animated Series Development Production Management, but expanded to external Partner-managed and Licensed Titles
  • Supported Managers of existing animated Titles as a second lead across the Title’s full Production timelines
  • Strategize with Title Managers and other cross-functional teams while adapting to changes in buying team strategies’ for Titles
  • Managed Titles’ post-mortem data based on feedback from both internal cross-functional teams and Partner studios about the Production process
  • Collaborated internally with other (non-Kids and Family) animated teams to streamline proprietary studio tracking and reporting tools across all animated titles
Attention to DetailGoogle WorkspaceAdobe PhotoshopCommunication TrainingGoogle SlidesHigh-Pressure Environments+4

Associate Manager, Production Management - Original Animation Series Development

Mar 2021Jun 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos · Los Angeles, California, United States · Hybrid

  • Managed internal development of multiple Original Animated Series Titles
  • Supported buying teams creative vision through close collaboration with internal finance, legal, recruiting and other cross-functional departments
  • Created Development Schedules in pursuit of greenlight target dates
  • Delegated task for supporting Production Management Assistant and Coordinator roles
  • Managed internal Art Director’s workload across multiple animated development Titles
  • Tracked internal freelance talent timelines with Recruiting and Artist Management teams
  • Created an Animation Production 101 presentation for non-animation tech interns (July 2021)
Attention to DetailGoogle WorkspaceCommunication TrainingGoogle SlidesHigh-Pressure EnvironmentsPassionate about Work+3

Blizzard entertainment

Department Producer

Jan 2020Mar 2021 · 1 yr 2 mos · Irvine, California, United States

  • Department Producer for the Blizzard Cinematic Modeling Department
  • Managed multiple overlapping projects, including bidding and headcount management.
  • Created asset creation schedules based on headcount and artist strengths.
  • Regularly met with individual artists to assess career goals and development interests.
  • Collaborated with upstream and downstream departments to maintain workflows during project goal fluctuations.
  • Supported R&D projects for asset pipelines.
  • Contributed techniques to improve production pipelines and address problems.
  • Forecasted department headcount and resource needs for future projects.
  • Worked with Recruiting to hire full-time and temporary roles based on project requirements.
Attention to DetailMicrosoft OfficeHigh-Pressure EnvironmentsPassionate about WorkAutodesk ShotgunProduction Management

Nickelodeon animation studios

5 roles

Production Manager

Promoted

May 2019Jan 2020 · 8 mos

  • Production Manager for the development of the Kamp Koral Television Series.
  • Daily communication with Line/Associate Producers regarding production status.
  • Coordination of workflow for all supervisors and artists in the In-house/Freelance Designers and the CG Department.
  • Supervision of Production Coordinators and Production Assistants; assistance to Line Producer in hiring and performance reviews.
  • Gathering and submission of new hire information to Human Resources.
  • Oversight of preparation of production materials for shipping to Vendor studios.
  • Review and approval of weekly timesheets and invoices.
  • Coordination with Facilities and IS&T requests.
  • Facilitation of the transition of a crew from 2D to CG production.
Attention to DetailMicrosoft OfficeAdobe PhotoshopCommunication TrainingHigh-Pressure EnvironmentsPassionate about Work+3

Production Coordinator, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle

Apr 2017May 2019 · 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Adapted all previous CG production coordinator responsibility to a 2D production pipeline.
  • Lead Coordinator for CG asset build communication with overseas studio.
  • Lead Coordinator on Series Main Title Sequence and short term animated projects.
  • Additional Activities:**
  • Planned tournaments with the studio's gaming community.
  • Worked closely and trained Production Interns each semester
Attention to DetailMicrosoft OfficeAdobe PhotoshopCommunication TrainingHigh-Pressure EnvironmentsPassionate about Work+2

Production Coordinator, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle (2012)

Promoted

Jan 2014Apr 2017 · 3 yrs 3 mos

  • Supervised Production Assistant responsibilities.
  • Developed a tracking system for Character and Set designs.
  • Supervised the production of the show's 2D segments with overseas studios.
  • Lead Coordinator on an anti-bully campaign.
  • Lead Coordinator on Series Main Title Sequence.
  • Managed and distributed show credits for each episode.
  • Head contact for tracking artwork to be used for future toy designs.
  • Distributed and Tracked test for perspective artist.
  • Coordinated concept art with freelance artists.
  • Additional Activities:**
  • Planned tournaments with the studio's gaming community.
Attention to DetailMicrosoft OfficeAdobe PhotoshopCommunication TrainingHigh-Pressure EnvironmentsPassionate about Work+2

Production Assistant

Nov 2010Jan 2014 · 3 yrs 2 mos

  • Production Assistant for Penguins of Madagascar and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2012) animated series
  • Monitored the development of show assets from early design stages to CG finalization
  • Managed the shipment of materials to and from overseas studios
  • Communicated animation notes with overseas studios on a daily basis
  • Monitored and assisted in troubleshooting issues with overseas studios
  • Tracked creative, design, and technical notes for each episode
  • Organized information on the production server
  • Coordinated with supervisors and artists to ensure deadlines were met
  • Gathered requested material for network promotional purposes
  • Scheduled meetings for directors, supervisors, artists, writers, and producers
  • Worked closely with and trained production interns for each semester
  • Coordinated submissions for Annie and Emmy nominations
Attention to DetailMicrosoft OfficeAdobe PhotoshopHigh-Pressure EnvironmentsPassionate about WorkFileMaker+1

Summer 2009 Intern

Jun 2009Aug 2009 · 2 mos

  • Provided daily reports detailing articles relevant to the Viacom Company and Children’s Entertainment
  • Created summary and detailed notes for current television programs
  • Reviewed animatics and sound test for television network submission
  • Responsible for responding to department fan mail
Attention to DetailMicrosoft OfficeAdobe PhotoshopPassionate about WorkFileMaker

Ladot

Student Professional Worker

Jul 2008Nov 2010 · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • Created contract Purchase Orders
  • Dispatched Purchase Orders to vendors
  • Received Purchase Order receipts into an online database
  • Researched Purchase Order history to solve vendor discrepancies
  • Uploaded documents and invoices into Material Services online database
  • Collaborated with financial departments to disencumber funds on Purchase Orders
  • Entered data for employee time sheet
  • Input field data in computer
  • Recorded city signs locations using GPS handheld tracking equipment
  • Heavy problem-solving and team management
Microsoft OfficeOracle Database

Circuit city

Television Sales Associate

Mar 2007Apr 2008 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Provided customer service, sales and returns
  • Scheduled Firedog installations
  • Setup audio and video equipment
  • Acting store-wide Product Specialist for Bose and Monster Audio Products
  • Stocked and recorded inventory

Food 4 less

Customer 1st Clerk

Nov 2005Mar 2006 · 4 mos

  • Stocked shelves, load and unload trucks
  • Customer Service
  • Store maintenance and box bailing
  • Assisted speaking customers

Gamestop

Senior Game Advisor

Oct 2004Mar 2007 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • Assumed role of lead/acting supervisor, as requested by Lead Manager
  • Opened and closed store
  • Trained new employees
  • Completed statistical weekly reports and emergency scheduling
  • Inventory management
  • Cashier, customer service, sales and shipments
  • Assisted Japanese speaking customers
  • Researched and marketed various products

Education

Cal State Fullerton

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Jan 2005Jan 2010

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