James Collins

With decades of experience in the media and television industry, incorporating large scale operations management and leadership across production, broadcast and technical operations positions.

Demonstrated track record in successful business and team leadership, execution of small and large-scale projects, as well as proven success in financial, staff and stakeholder engagement, and change management.

Working with Football Australia, APL, Nine Entertainment, News Corp, Sky News, Fox Sports, Foxtel’s, Sky Racing’s, and Network TEN’s operations delivery with execution and successful management of projects, production, and operations in each company.

Always calm under pressure, client and result focused, I assess requirements quickly, easily adapt to all situations, review and implement improved processes, build relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.

Able to lead, motivate, and engage with teams to achieve the best results, whatever the specified scope, budget, staff levels, resources and logistic parameters for each project, large or small, finite or on-going.

I continually investigate and implement innovative technologies and workflows while addressing the multiple operational, technical, stakeholder management and human resource challenges.

KEY CAPABILITIES
• Operations and Project Oversight:
Proficient in managing and leading operations and projects with agility and adaptability, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and seamless communication.

• Project Leadership:
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multi-faceted projects of varying sizes and complexities to achieve desired outcomes across diverse industries.

• Stakeholder Engagement:
Adept at cultivating and maintaining stakeholder relationships through clear communication, interpersonal connection, and negotiation skills, fostering collaboration and consensus across different groups.

• Team Leadership:
Skilled in inspiring and guiding teams towards common goals, irrespective of industry nuances, fostering a culture of engagement, innovation, and accountability to drive project success.

• Operational Solutions:
Ability to explore workflow innovations, and refine staff structures to meet evolving project demands. Proficient in managing diverse operational, technical, stakeholder, and human resource challenges while maintaining exceptional client service standards and project delivery quality.

• Financial Management:
Proven ability to construct and manage budgets effectively, whether Opex or Capex, that align with project and organizational goals.