1. Margie Templo Parks
E: mtemplo@gmail.com h M: 310-256-6372 h Santa Monica, CA 90404 h linkedin.com/in/mtparks
Summary
A high-impact Producer/Line Producer with 19 years of experience and proficiency in multiple aspects
of producing for film and other forms of multimedia content, with a proven track record of successful
projects delivered on-time and on-budget. Seeking opportunities in feature film and content production.
Possesses strong organizational skills, capable of working in a streamlined team, and ultimately
dedicated to supporting the creative vision of a project.
• Production management
• Project direction and design
• Finance planning
• Digital film distribution and festival navigation
• International film co-production markets
• Pitch presentations and proposals
• Proficiency in production service for clients
and advertising agencies
• Management of small business enterprises
• Global network
Career Highlights
Producer, “DJI Games” webisodic drone competition series 2015
Managed prep and set up production for pilot episode/event in Spitzerberg, Austria.
Account Executive, BurritoBoards Creative, Inc. 2014
Managed storyboard requirements for advertising and television clients.
Co-Producer, “Child of Grace” feature film 2013
Promoted from Line Producer. Production and location management for SAG modified low budget in
Maine and Colorado. Director-Producer: Ian McCrudden. Producers: Thomas Hildreth, Athena Lobit.
Line Producer, “Amigo” feature film 2010
U.S.-Philippine co-production of SAG modified low budget on island location in Bohol, Philippines.
Director: John Sayles. Producer: Maggie Renzi. Co-Producers: Mario Ontal, Joel Torre.
Founding and Managing Partner and In-house Producer-Director, Arkeofilms, Inc. 2000-2011
• Responsible for business development, marketing and operations for boutique production house in
Manila, Philippines.
• Responsible for development of feature films arm, and for financing, production, and festival
distribution and commercial sales of feature film products. Produced 2 feature films, 1 documentary,
and 4 short films. Key projects include “Kano: An American and His Harem” award-winning feature-
length documentary, “Baby Angelo” feature film, “Big Time” award-winning feature film, “Mansyon” /
“The Mansion” award-winining short film.
• Maintained presence in international co-production markets and festivals and local film community.
• Responsible for acquiring and maintaining client accounts. Over 100 company accounts, including
advertising agencies, commercial corporations, government agencies, non-government
organizations and educational institutions.
• Responsible for directing and producing select industrial/corporate videos, music videos and
commercials. As Director, key accounts include Del Monte Foods “Kitchenomics” instructional web
video series, SAFI-Heinz-UFC “Kusinabilidad” interstitial ads aired on major networks (30 episodes
over 3 seasons).

2. Producer-Director, Philippine Children’s Television Foundation 1996-1998
• Promoted quickly from Segment Producer-Floor Director to Supervising Producer.
• Responsible for production of episodes of flagship television programs including Sesame Street-
initiated children’s show “Batibot” (Small But Strong) and parenting show “PG” (Parents’ Guide).
• Producer-Director for key advocacy video series projects.
• Production in live action, puppetry and various forms of animation.
• Producer-Director for pilot episode of “Habi” animated series (2004, freelance)
Other Experience
Production Consultant. Various independent film projects. 2011-present
Director, Philippine Independent Filmmakers Multi-Purpose Cooperative 2006-2011
• Responsible for development and operations of organization and its alternative cinema distribution
program. Elected Treasurer in 2008.
• Resource speaker for various workshops and talks for the independent film community on
Producing and Production Management.
• Founder of the Manila Film Financing Forum. Director in 2011.
Festival Associate, Cinemanila International Film Festival 2000
Responsible for coordination of opening event and special screenings.
Production Crew from 1999
• Production Manager-Camera Operator, “Sport of Kings” documentary (2015)
Alabama and Texas shoot for Philippine project.
• Production Volunteer, “Yoga Hosers” feature film. Director: Kevin Smith (2014)
• 2nd
Assistant Director-Script Supervisor, “Tuhog” / “Larger Than Life” feature film (2001)
• Freelance event videographer (1999)
• 2nd
Assistant Director-Script Supervisor, “Saranggola” / “The Kite” feature film (1999)
Education
University of the Philippines, Diliman – MA Sociology (12 units), 2000
University of the Philippines, Diliman – BA Communication, Cum Laude,
Major in Film and Audio-Visual Communication, 1997

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Achievements
Recipient of the Talent Highlight Award, Berlinale Talent Project Market, Germany 2009
Selected for Pavilion Les Cinemas du Sud, Cannes Film Festival, France 2008
Selected for the Rotterdam Lab / Asia-Europe Film Meeting, Netherlands/Belgium 2008
Training
Asia On the Edge Creative Summit, Singapore - 2011
Paris Project Workshops, France – 2008
Produire au Sud (Producing in the South) Seminar-Workshop for Co-production, France – 2007
Direct Marketing Forum, Manila – 2004
Cinematographer’s Apprentice (16mm film) – 1999-2000
Directing and Cinematography Workshop conducted by Michel Hugo, ASC, DGA – 1997
Seminar on Innovative Techniques in Children’s Television conducted by Clive Vanderburgh for the
Asian Institute for Broadcast Development, Manila – 1997
Other Skills
Proficient in English and Filipino
Foundations for European languages (French, Italian, Spanish)
Basic Sign Language (Philippines)
Licensed open-water SCUBA (NAUI)