1. SHELBIA L. JACKSON
Shelbia1@gmail.com | Decatur, GA | 404.388.4621
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DECIDE DEKALB DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDDA) (2015 – Present)
Entertainment Liaison – DeKalb County Office of Entertainment
As lead project manager for entertainment business productions in DeKalb County, I am responsible for:
§ Business Process. Oversee the processing of TV/Film permits in DeKalb County and manage daily
operational needs for DeKalb County’s Office of Entertainment and Entertainment Commission.
Coordinate permits for film projects in unincorporated and incorporated areas of DeKalb County by
cultivating relationships with executive staff of all county and city departments. Serve as the Georgia
Film, Music and Digital Entertainment Office primary point of contact for all DeKalb film projects.
o Processed and managed more than 300 TV/film permits since 2013. Generated permit
revenue totaling more than $10,000 since June 2016, including coordinating all county
services, application reviews, project plans, and calculation of fees.
o Instituted FilmApp, an advanced online film permitting system, for streamlined and expedited
processing countywide; to improve the client experience and to more effectively monitor and
track productions.
§ Policy & Procedures. Work with academic institutions to market and grow DeKalb’s entertainment
workforce as well as create production-related educational and training opportunities. Safeguard the
interests of residents and businesses affected by film productions.
o Helped develop, implement and socialize DeKalb’s new film permit process and policy.
o Helped construct DeKalb’s first Entertainment Commission and ordinance.
§ Government Relations. Work closely with DeKalb County’s Interim Chief Executive Officer and other
department heads throughout DeKalb County government. Work with 11 city Mayors, City Managers,
city Economic Development staff, city Chiefs of Police, city permit managers, and city planning staff to
assist with film projects, provide technical assistance, recommend strategic ideas on projects, city film
permit business process and training.
§ Marketing & Communications. Promotes DeKalb County as the prime destination for TV/Film, music
and digital entertainment production and post-production opportunities. Helped produce brand
identity and marketing campaign for the new Office of Entertainment. Serve as lead spokesperson for
film festivals and entertainment industry events. Manage location scout visits to various county and
private properties.
o Participated in regional delegation to SXSW 2016, led by the Metro Atlanta Chamber of
Commerce, to market metro Atlanta as a vibrant market for talent, business development and
entertainment.
§ Financial & Reporting. Manage entertainment office accounts payables, accounts receivables,
contract management, records management, and creation of all impact analysis reports, work plans,
strategic plans, and program development plans.
§ Strategic Partnerships. Collaborates with regional and national entertainment organizations,
including: FilmLA, California Film Commission, and Association of Film Commissioners.

2. SHELBIA L. JACKSON
Shelbia1@gmail.com | Decatur, GA | 404.388.4621
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DEKALB COUNTY GOVERNMENT (2004 – Present)
Development Authority of DeKalb County (DADC) - Office of Economic Development
Held various operations and project management positions, including:
Manager, Operations and Business Development (2014-15)
Senior Business Development Manager (2010-14)
Office Manager and Executive Assistant (2008-10)
Office Manager (2007-08)
Senior Office Assistant (2004-07)
§ Business Operations. Managed department budget, payroll, personnel records, contract management
and negotiations. Supervised all administrative staff and interns.
o Facilitated the relocation of department to new facility, including office set up and technical
support services. Responsible for employee onboarding and specialized systems training.
§ Executive Support. Provided administrative support to the Director of Business Development.
§ Marketing & Project Management. Managed and coordinated all film projects for unincorporated DeKalb
County; including scheduling of film permit application reviews by Transportation, Fire, Police and Public
Works Departments; creating reports, hiring officers, site visits and marketing.
§ Meeting Planning. Performed planning and implementation of monthly and quarterly Authority meetings
including accurate documentation of the minutes.
§ Business Development. Managed new and existing investment projects. Serviced industrial revenue bond
projects and financial reporting requirements to state agencies.
§ Financial Controls. Processed accounts payables, accounts receivables, and all records management for
the Development Authority of DeKalb County, DeKalb Private Hospital Authority, Residential Care Facility
for the Elderly Authority of DeKalb County and the Joint Development Authority of Metropolitan Atlanta.
INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL GROUP (IHG)
Held various administrative and customer relations positions with IHG including:
§ Regional Franchise Administrator (1998 – 2002)
§ Claim Agent (1997-98)
§ Senior Secretary, Claims Management (1996-97)
§ Claims Management & Benefits Admin. Asst., Credit Union Representative (1994-96)
§ Claims Processing Operator, Claims Management (1991-94)
EDUCATION
§ Georgia State University, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (1994)
§ Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA (1988 – 1990)
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Microsoft Office | PeopleSoft | Hansen | Kronos | Business Wise | CoStar | FilmApp

3. SHELBIA L. JACKSON
Shelbia1@gmail.com | Decatur, GA | 404.388.4621
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
§ Association of Film Commissioners, Fundamentals of Film Commission (2016)
§ Council of Development Finance Agency, Fundamentals of Bond Financing (2011)
§ Development Authority Board Advanced Training; Grant Writing (2009)
§ Georgia Tech Basic Economic Development Course; Managing Multiple Priorities (2008)
§ Positive Communication and Leadership; Ethics Count; Assertive Leadership (2007)
§ Customer Service (2005)
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
§ Customer Service Award, DeKalb County Government (2014)
§ Honor Award, Holiday Inn (1998)
MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS
§ Association of Film Commissioners
§ Atlanta Film Society
§ DeKalb Chamber of Commerce
§ Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce
§ Georgia Economic Development Assoc.
§ Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
§ Georgia Music Partners
§ Georgia Production Partners
§ Georgia Studio Infrastructure Alliance
§ Women in Film and Television
CIVIC
Volunteer with Beulah Missionary Baptist Church on annual campaign to support the homeless
community. Assist in event coordination for this special event that transports, feeds and provides
supplemental services to more than 250 homeless persons.
REFERENCES
Araba O. Dowell, Vice President of
Marketing & Communications
Decide DeKalb Development Authority
arabadowell@gmail.com
Relationship: Supervisor
Doug Stoner, President (GA State Senator)
LD Squared, Inc.
dougstoner@gmail.com
Relationship: Supervisor
Bobbie Sanford, President
Sanford Realty Company
sanfordbobbie@yahoo.com
Relationship: Colleague
Zach Williams, Chief Operating Officer
DeKalb County Government
zlwilliams@dekalbcountyga.gov
Relationship: Colleague
Luz Borrero, Chief Operating Officer
DeKalb County Govt. - Development Division
Lborrero1955@gmail.com
Relationship: Colleague
Barry Williams, Project Manager
DeKalb County Community Development
Bbwiliams13@gmail.com
Relationship: Colleague
Dana Jackson, Content Specialist
University of Maryland
Dana.jackson@umuc.edu
Relationship: Friend