Ruth Sayers
About Ruth Sayers
Ruth Sayers is a Senior Project Manager and Assistant Managing Director based in Sydney, Australia, with extensive experience in production coordination and project management. She has worked for various companies, including BrightTALK and Junkee Media, and holds a Diploma of Screen and Media from RMIT University.
Current Role at BrightTALK
Ruth Sayers currently serves as a Senior Project Manager and Associate Managing Director at BrightTALK in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. In this role, she has been responsible for managing the day-to-day workflow of a team that includes two in-house shooter/editors and a Production Assistant. Her responsibilities encompass overseeing pre-production tasks such as casting, location scouting, and creating call-sheets. Additionally, she specializes in the technical delivery of webinars using BrightTALK and Streamyard platforms, ensuring high-quality production standards.
Previous Experience at BrightTALK
Ruth Sayers previously worked at BrightTALK as a Production Coordinator from 2015 to 2016 in the Greater New York City Area. During her tenure, she contributed to various production projects, gaining valuable experience in the field. This role laid the groundwork for her later advancement within the company.
Professional Background in Media Production
Ruth Sayers has a diverse background in media production, having worked at several organizations. She served as a Production Coordinator at Junkee Media from 2017 to 2018 in Sydney, Australia, and as a Production Manager at Brightworks from 2018 to 2020 in Darlinghurst, New South Wales. Additionally, she worked as a Producer at In The Thicket from 2016 to 2017 in Sydney. Her roles have involved project management, scheduling, budgeting, and overseeing the production of various media content.
Educational Qualifications
Ruth Sayers holds a Diploma of Screen and Media from RMIT University, where she studied Cinematography and Film/Video Production from 2008 to 2009. She also completed a Bachelor of Film & Television at Swinburne University of Technology from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, she participated in a Study Abroad Semester at Drexel University in 2012, focusing on Film/Cinema/Video Studies. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in film and media production.
Skills and Specializations
Ruth Sayers possesses expertise in various aspects of project management and media production. She is skilled in scheduling, budgeting, and managing projects for in-person TV commercials, online content, and corporate productions. Her role involves booking freelancers, managing rate negotiations, and handling invoicing. Additionally, she provides remote recording and speaker coaching for webinars and videos, ensuring effective communication and production quality.