Tom Haines
About Tom Haines
Tom Haines is a Media Services Manager at LAIKA, LLC, with extensive experience in audio and video production, theatrical mastering, and distribution. He has held various roles at Netflix and SpectiCast, contributing to projects in digital cinema services and publicity.
Current Role at LAIKA
Tom Haines serves as the Media Services Manager at LAIKA, LLC, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing media services, which includes overseeing audio and video content creation. His expertise in theatrical mastering and distribution supports the company's film release processes. Haines works from Hillsboro, Oregon, contributing to LAIKA's reputation for innovative animated films.
Previous Experience at Netflix
Tom Haines has held multiple roles at Netflix, contributing to various teams focused on screenings and publicity. He worked as the Screenings and Screening Assets Team Lead from 2020 to 2021 and served as the Screenings Manager for the Original Series Pod in 2019. His tenure at Netflix also included positions in EMEA Originals Publicity and Originals Publicity from 2017 to 2019. His experience at Netflix spanned several locations, including Los Angeles and Amsterdam.
Experience at SpectiCast
Before joining LAIKA, Tom Haines worked as the Director of Digital Cinema Services at SpectiCast from 2013 to 2017. Based in Philadelphia, PA, he managed digital cinema services, which involved coordinating film screenings and ensuring quality delivery of content to theaters. This role enhanced his skills in audio and video production.
Educational Background
Tom Haines studied at Berks Technical Institute, where he earned an Associate's degree in Criminal/Private Investigation from 1999 to 2001. This educational background provided him with foundational skills that he later applied in various professional settings, including technical management and media services.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Tom Haines possesses a strong technical management background, which includes overseeing technical teams and projects. He has experience in A/V production and is skilled in visual effects (VFX) and computer graphics (CG). His expertise in theatrical mastering and distribution further highlights his capability in preparing films for cinema release.