Production - Film
Maria Plass
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I am an entrepreneur, creative producer, visionary storyteller and activist on producing and sharing positive media that inspires change. My production, What Matters Most™ is an international award winning TV production, that shares stories of inspiration, hope, courage, and infinite possibilities. It is designed to awaken viewers to their best possible selves while discovering a deeper connection with the world, by traveling the globe in search of what matters most in life.
What Matters Most™ won two prestigious Telly Awards - for Best Talk Show, Silver Davey Award for On-line Film & Video in the Public Service & Activism category a long with a national award for Best Spiritual & Inspirational Show by an independent producer with Hometown Media. It is a nationally syndicated production with nearly 100 stations across the county. My YouTube Channel is rapidly approaching nearly 150,000 views.
Experience
CREATOR & PRODUCER OF WHAT MATTER MOST SHOW
Experience Nirvana Productions, LLC, Frenchtown, NJ - Jan 2012 to Present
Produced What Matters Most Show -
Implemented all elements of Pre, Production, Post
Responsible for developing and integrating all Social Media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ and Youtube account
Responsible for delivery of shows on various platforms (Telvue)
Responsible for hiring crew and orchestrating team at shoot
Developed job descriptions
Developed annual budget
Developed Guest List, topics to cover & associated schedule
Worked with legal in getting appropriate paperwork completed
What Matters Most can be viewed on my YouTube Channel - http://www.whatmattersmostshow.tv
SHOW HOST - WHAT MATTERS MOST SHOW
Experience Nirvana, LLC, Frenchtown, NJ - Nov 2010 - Dec. 2011
Co-hosted What Matters Most Show
Developed Guest List, topics to cover & associated schedule
Developed all related Human Resource Forms
Developed and implemented show promo
Responsible for website development and YouTube videos
CO-OWNER
Experience Nirvana LLC, Frenchtown, NJ- Aug. 2000 - Dec. 2011
Event planning - orchestrated (2) Mind & Body Events that brought in over 1,500 people
Project managed - 20-30 volunteer employees
Issued OSHA certificates, appeared before local township, fire inspections, ordered structural supplies, organized musical & presentations
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
sanofi-aventis, Bridgewater, NJ - Sept. 2000 to Aug. 2010
Provided key support to upper management. Resolved critical time-driven person and business issues. Extensive interpersonal communications with Executive Board management. Attention to sensitivity and discretion in maintaining the confidentiality of information.
Coordinated international and national travel.
Balanced expenses reports which included foreign currency conversion.
Gatekeeper to upper management.
Project managed large cross-functional meetings & training sessions that involved on-ste representation. Negotiated rates, determined location appropriations, and developed curriculum including off-site activities. Presented on-site presence.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Various Pharma Companies, Jersey - Aug 1998 to 2000
HR Coordinator
Developed the annual salary planning process, coordinated internal and external staffing activities, resolved personal issues.
Executive Assistant
Coordinated all meetings maintained databases for project tracking attended meetings developed tracking databases, prepared presentations, resolved customer complaints and participated in special events or projects as required.
HR GENERALIST / PROJECT MANAGER
AT&T, Central Jersey - July 1975 to June 1998 Managed all aspects of Human Resources which included staffing, labor relations, policy interpretation, force management, EO recruiting, opinion surveys and performance management.
Project managed special events which included off-site meetings, corporate events, outings and/or group activities. Developed specs, evaluated proposals, recommended sites, negotiated contacts. Responsible for all aspects from conception to delivery of meeting logistics.
Projects managed space planning requirements which included routine and large scale moves to various facilities. Delivery accomplished through periodic sites visits and negotiation with Real Estate, Telecom and Computer Systems. Developed the initial plans, progress reports and final cost analysis to ensure billing accuracy move coordination.
Project managed a regional telemarketing sales strategy which resulted in capturing an additional 30% of contact closures. Resolved escalated customer complaints for AT&T Supported computer/peripheral equipments. Problem resolution included dealing with irate customers and complex issues without the existence of specific procedures. First female to perform a traditional male function.
Raritan Valley Community College
Field Of Study Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Grade Matriculating
2006 – 2009
Skills & Endorsements
Show Production
Talk Show
Storytelling
Human Resources
Managing Teams
Project Management
Honors & Awards
Telly Awards
BEST Inspirational/Spiritual Category
Hunterdon County - Movers & Shakers 2014
Davey Award - Silver Winner, Online Film & Video - Public Service & Activism
Best Talk Show Nominated
Maria Plass
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I am an entrepreneur, creative producer, visionary storyteller and activist on producing and sharing positive media that inspires change. My production, What Matters Most™ is an international award winning TV production, that shares stories of inspiration, hope, courage, and infinite possibilities. It is designed to awaken viewers to their best possible selves while discovering a deeper connection with the world, by traveling the globe in search of what matters most in life.
What Matters Most™ won two prestigious Telly Awards - for Best Talk Show, Silver Davey Award for On-line Film & Video in the Public Service & Activism category a long with a national award for Best Spiritual & Inspirational Show by an independent producer with Hometown Media. It is a nationally syndicated production with nearly 100 stations across the county. My YouTube Channel is rapidly approaching nearly 150,000 views.
Experience
CREATOR & PRODUCER OF WHAT MATTER MOST SHOW
Experience Nirvana Productions, LLC, Frenchtown, NJ - Jan 2012 to Present
Produced What Matters Most Show -
Implemented all elements of Pre, Production, Post
Responsible for developing and integrating all Social Media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ and Youtube account
Responsible for delivery of shows on various platforms (Telvue)
Responsible for hiring crew and orchestrating team at shoot
Developed job descriptions
Developed annual budget
Developed Guest List, topics to cover & associated schedule
Worked with legal in getting appropriate paperwork completed
What Matters Most can be viewed on my YouTube Channel - http://www.whatmattersmostshow.tv
SHOW HOST - WHAT MATTERS MOST SHOW
Experience Nirvana, LLC, Frenchtown, NJ - Nov 2010 - Dec. 2011
Co-hosted What Matters Most Show
Developed Guest List, topics to cover & associated schedule
Developed all related Human Resource Forms
Developed and implemented show promo
Responsible for website development and YouTube videos
CO-OWNER
Experience Nirvana LLC, Frenchtown, NJ- Aug. 2000 - Dec. 2011
Event planning - orchestrated (2) Mind & Body Events that brought in over 1,500 people
Project managed - 20-30 volunteer employees
Issued OSHA certificates, appeared before local township, fire inspections, ordered structural supplies, organized musical & presentations
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
sanofi-aventis, Bridgewater, NJ - Sept. 2000 to Aug. 2010
Provided key support to upper management. Resolved critical time-driven person and business issues. Extensive interpersonal communications with Executive Board management. Attention to sensitivity and discretion in maintaining the confidentiality of information.
Coordinated international and national travel.
Balanced expenses reports which included foreign currency conversion.
Gatekeeper to upper management.
Project managed large cross-functional meetings & training sessions that involved on-ste representation. Negotiated rates, determined location appropriations, and developed curriculum including off-site activities. Presented on-site presence.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Various Pharma Companies, Jersey - Aug 1998 to 2000
HR Coordinator
Developed the annual salary planning process, coordinated internal and external staffing activities, resolved personal issues.
Executive Assistant
Coordinated all meetings maintained databases for project tracking attended meetings developed tracking databases, prepared presentations, resolved customer complaints and participated in special events or projects as required.
HR GENERALIST / PROJECT MANAGER
AT&T, Central Jersey - July 1975 to June 1998 Managed all aspects of Human Resources which included staffing, labor relations, policy interpretation, force management, EO recruiting, opinion surveys and performance management.
Project managed special events which included off-site meetings, corporate events, outings and/or group activities. Developed specs, evaluated proposals, recommended sites, negotiated contacts. Responsible for all aspects from conception to delivery of meeting logistics.
Projects managed space planning requirements which included routine and large scale moves to various facilities. Delivery accomplished through periodic sites visits and negotiation with Real Estate, Telecom and Computer Systems. Developed the initial plans, progress reports and final cost analysis to ensure billing accuracy move coordination.
Project managed a regional telemarketing sales strategy which resulted in capturing an additional 30% of contact closures. Resolved escalated customer complaints for AT&T Supported computer/peripheral equipments. Problem resolution included dealing with irate customers and complex issues without the existence of specific procedures. First female to perform a traditional male function.
Raritan Valley Community College
Field Of Study Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Grade Matriculating
2006 – 2009
Skills & Endorsements
Show Production
Talk Show
Storytelling
Human Resources
Managing Teams
Project Management
Honors & Awards
Telly Awards
BEST Inspirational/Spiritual Category
Hunterdon County - Movers & Shakers 2014
Davey Award - Silver Winner, Online Film & Video - Public Service & Activism
Best Talk Show Nominated