Alexandra Lasocka
Chichester,United kingdom
Summary
Production & Stage Manager | VFX Senior Production Coordinator | Film, TV, Media, Live Events & Experiential | Delivering High-Impact Productions Across UAE, UK & Poland
Versatile Production & Stage Manager and VFX Senior Production Coordinator with 11+ years’ experience delivering 20+ productions across film, TV, VFX, live events, and experiential media in the UAE, UK, and Poland. Proven ability to manage budgets, lead teams of 40+ on high-profile projects (Marvel’s Blade, Amazon’s Wheel of Time 2, Axis Studios), and optimize workflows for faster delivery. Skilled at aligning creative vision with operational precision to deliver on-time, on-budget results in high-pressure, multicultural environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project Manager (Event) / Stage Manager
Analog AI
Abu Dhabi, UAE
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Adapted quickly to changes, ensuring high-quality results under pressure.
- Led scheduling and cross-team coordination for successful event delivery.
- Managed procurement and vendor relations to optimise budget performance.
- Ran production meetings, enhancing communication and team collaboration.
Stage Manager / Production Manager (Freelance)
The Place, London Contemporary Dance School
London, UK
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed production schedules, rehearsals, and live performances during a 5-day festival.
- Coordinated teams, vendors, and logistics to ensure seamless event execution.
- Oversaw risk assessments, backstage operations, and ensured site safety compliance.
- Collaborated with Studio W. McGregor and faculty to deliver high-quality productions.
- Acted as the Producer’s right hand, handling daily ad hoc tasks efficiently.
VFX Production Manager/VFX Sr Prod. Coordinator
Axis Studios
London & Glasgow, UK
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Led daily production for Marvel’s Blade cinematic (IBAN project), acting as key liaison between core team, production units, and client.
- Managed resources, master schedules, render planning, budgets, and crew allocation.
- Supervised coordinators and assistants, enhancing team performance and morale.
- Delivered weekly client updates and ensured timely, high-quality deliveries.
- Implemented workflow improvements that increased efficiency and reduced costs.
VFX Production Manager
Moving Picture Company
London, UK
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed daily production on The Lark and Wheel of Time S2 (Amazon Prime).
- Scheduled assets/shots, booked resources, and oversaw ShotGrid tracking and render forecasting.
- Monitored milestones and coordinated teams to meet client delivery timelines.
- Streamlined task delegation to maximize productivity.
Junior Production Manager
DMS Media
London, UK
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed full production logistics for film, animation, and photo and commercial movie shoots.
- Scheduled teams, tracked project progress, and maintained master schedules.
- Liaised with clients (Mazda, Honda, Toyota) to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Forecasted delivery risks, optimized resources, and controlled budgets across multiple projects.
Sr Production Manager/ Talent Acquisition
Lodz Film School
Lodz, Poland
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed full-cycle short film productions across multiple departments.
- Trained students in budgeting, scheduling, and reporting.
- Handled crew recruitment, contracts, payroll, and compliance.
- Resolved on-set issues and ensured smooth, safe shoot execution.
HR/Office Manager/Executive Assistant
Donkey Crew
Poland, Poland
11.2018 - 12.2019
Producer Assistant / Office Manager
Fund NUR, Lodz
Lodz, Poland
01.2018 - 10.2018
2ndAD & Casting Production Coordinator (Freelance)
Television in Poland
Lodz/Warsaw, Poland
11.2017 - 12.2017
Radio Journalist
Polish Radio ,,CZWORKA''
Warsaw / Lodz, Poland
07.2012 - 09.2014
Education
Radio Broadcasting (SP) NPA (SCQF level 5)
City of College Glasgow
09.2023 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - Film Art Organization
Lodz Film School
10.2013 - 03.2016
BA - Journalism & Mass Communication
University of Lodz
10.2009 - 11.2012
Skills
* Production & Stage Management: Scheduling, Crew Coordination, Cue Calling, Backstage Operations, Rehearsal Planning
* VFX & Post: Asset Tracking, Render Forecasting, Workflow Optimisation, ShotGrid, fTrack, Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Sync Sketch
* Events & Theatre: Live Event Logistics, Stage Setup, Technical Rehearsals, HSE Compliance
* Operations: Vendor Procurement, Contract Negotiation, SAP, Coupa, Cost Tracking
* Tools: Notion, Jira, Trello, Telly, Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- Certificate in Production Management, National Film & Television School, Cardiff, Wales — Sep 2024
- Diploma in Accounting (Level 1), Polish Society of Accountants, Lodz, Poland — Feb–Jun 2017
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Intermediate
Arabic
Beginner
Key Achievements
- Managed budgets, 100% on-time delivery.
- Coordinated 50+ crew/vendors for festival.
- Delivered zero-incident events for 500-1K+ audiences.
- Negotiated contracts, saving 10%.
- Oversaw 500+ VFX shots on schedule.
- Ran backstage ops for 20+ shows delay-free.
Core Competencies
- Production & Stage Management – Film, TV, VFX, Events
- Production Management, Budgeting, Scheduling & Resource Planning (up to £1M / AED 4.5M)
- Workflow Optimisation, Vendor Coordination & Task Delegation
- Risk Assessment, Compliance, Safety & Crisis Management
- Team Leadership (50+ staff) & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Client Liaison, Stakeholder Communication & Relationship Management
Affiliations
- Cinema, theatre, music, psychology, crossfit/metcon, baking
Timeline
Project Manager (Event) / Stage Manager
Analog AI
12.2024 - 06.2025
Stage Manager / Production Manager (Freelance)
The Place, London Contemporary Dance School
11.2023 - 11.2024
Radio Broadcasting (SP) NPA (SCQF level 5)
City of College Glasgow
09.2023 - 05.2024
VFX Production Manager/VFX Sr Prod. Coordinator
Axis Studios
09.2022 - 08.2023
VFX Production Manager
Moving Picture Company
01.2022 - 08.2022
Junior Production Manager
DMS Media
07.2021 - 12.2021
Sr Production Manager/ Talent Acquisition
Lodz Film School
01.2020 - 12.2020
HR/Office Manager/Executive Assistant
Donkey Crew
11.2018 - 12.2019
Producer Assistant / Office Manager
Fund NUR, Lodz
01.2018 - 10.2018
2ndAD & Casting Production Coordinator (Freelance)
Television in Poland
11.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Arts - Film Art Organization
Lodz Film School
10.2013 - 03.2016
Radio Journalist
Polish Radio ,,CZWORKA''
07.2012 - 09.2014
BA - Journalism & Mass Communication
University of Lodz
10.2009 - 11.2012
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