JACOB
KARIM
PRODUCER
WRITER
REEL
Supervising Producer for on-location production in Paris, New Jersey, and Kentucky
In charge of budget tracking and analysis, unions, insurance, and contracts
Consultant for investors and executives regarding US tax credits and incentives
French contact for legal document clearance with the unions
Producer
Led artist imaging and music video production, collaborating with artists and labels.
Crafted and executed content strategies, including music videos and original content.
Managed production schedules, hired editors, and ensured compliance with standards.
Navigated market trends and managed video budgets, ensuring cost-effective and impactful productions.
Producer
Oversee communication between production team and high-profile talent including Nick Cannon and the casts of Jersey Shore and The Real Housewives of New Jersey
Head of union relationship with SAG-AFTRA
Coordinated travel, accommodations, insurance, budgets and payroll
Supervised financial and distribution strategies
Producer
Developed interactive online courses including 3D Design, Law, Computer Science, Hip-Hop
Generated engaging narratives for each course curriculum
Managed production coordinators, university professors, and post-production team
Lead crew on location filming content across several US states.
Creative Producer
FINRA Series 7 and 66 licensed financial advisor and equities trader
Developed investment strategies to meet high net-worth clients’ goals
Advised clients on stock, options, and tax strategies
Ranked top 5 for new money acquisition and allocation into managed portfolios
Financial Advisor
Managed and processed over 40 types of licensing agreements, ensuring accurate revenue crediting and resolving discrepancies
Created and updated accounts in billing systems and handling account credits/debits
Supported the General and Broadcast Licensing department by entering data, updating contact information, and handling incoming correspondence
Music Licensing Coordinator
STORY & SCREENPLAY DEVELOPMENT
TAX CREDITS & FINANCING
PRODUCTION & COORDINATION
INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION
TALENT COMMUNICATION
NEGOTIATION & CONTRACTS
CREW STAFFING
PROFICIENCIES
EDUCATION
MBA
Belmont University / Nashville, Tennessee
University of Stellenbosch / Cape Town, South Africa
BA, Piano Performance
The University of Tulsa
jacob.d.karim@gmail.com +1 917 213 9677