Top Producer Coaches
Welcome to a journey into the world of top producer coaches—visionaries who are not only shaping the realms of music, film, and animation but also redefining what it means to excel in creative industries today. From crafting chart-topping beats to directing award-winning films and managing high-stakes productions, these coaches bring a wealth of experience and wisdom. Whether it’s navigating the complexities of studio dynamics, harnessing the power of storytelling, or mentoring aspiring talents, each coach has carved a unique path to success.
In this article, we delve into their diverse backgrounds and approaches, uncovering the secrets behind their achievements and the philosophies that drive them. Through their stories, we gain insights into how they blend technical expertise with artistic vision, foster creativity amidst challenges, and empower others to reach new heights in their careers.
Join us as we explore the transformative journeys of these remarkable individuals who continue to inspire and innovate in the ever-evolving landscape of production and creativity.
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In Brief : Top Producer Coaches
- Mark Otten – Mark Otten, renowned in the music industry as both a DJ and producer, boasts releases on top labels like Armind and AFTR:HRS, with support from leading DJs including Armin van Buuren and Tiësto.
- Therese Gietler – With a background in photojournalism and extensive experience in studio management, Therese advocates for creative playtime, believing it to be the antidote to perfectionism.
- Kymberly Harries – Award-winning filmmaker Kymberly Harries brings her expertise in storytelling to her coaching, having directed acclaimed shorts and a feature film.
- Chissy Metge – Chissy Metge’s lifelong passion for animation led her to a successful career in the industry, where she combines her love for storytelling with her animation skills.
- Linsey Careers – Angee, the founder of Linsey Careers, leverages her extensive experience in executive search and career coaching to help professionals thrive in marketing and communications.
Mark Otten
Mark Otten has a wealth of experience in the studio and music industry, both as a DJ and a producer with releases on labels including Armin van Buuren’s Armind (Armada Music) and Tiësto’s AFTR:HRS, and support from DJ’s such as Armin van Buuren, Above & Beyond, W&W, Tiësto and many more.
Mark’s recent successes as a co-writer, instrumentalist (e.g. guitars), producer and mix/mastering engineer for the likes of Martin Garrix, U2, AREA21, Armin van Buuren and many more put him firmly at the heart of music today.
Therese Gietler
After getting my degree in photojournalism from Rochester Institute of Technology, I moved to Portland in the ‘90s and set about building a photo studio. I was a photo assistant, a premiere color printer, studio manager, and bookbinder. I’m currently Account Director at Andy Batt Studio.
I teach a ‘Web for Media’ class at Mount Hood Community College, and here’s a confession: I’ve been working on this website for an embarrassingly long time. Perfectionism got in my way. Again. I’m an advocate for creative playtime — I believe perfectionism poisons creativity and that play is the antidote. As creatives, we all need to give ourselves more playtime.
Kymberly Harries
She wrote and directed the award-winning shorts Rose’s Turn (2017), that was at Cannes, and FAITH (2018) winner of Best Short NYCIFF. Her feature film I Heard Sarah is beginning it’s festival run, 2021, and was honored with the Robert Rodriguez Best Indie Auteur Filmmaker of the Year Award at Bare Bones International Music and Film Festival. Distributed by Good Deed Entertainment.
Chissy Metge
I was one of the lucky ones. I always knew what I wanted to do in life and that was to work in the animation industry. I watched cartoons with my dad at a young age, Richie Rich, Donald Duck, He Man, and more, and I knew I had to know how to make them! Alongside this, I always wrote stories, winning several creative writing competitions as a kid, I still love to create new worlds and read, read, read.
There is nothing better than a great story! In 2001 I completed a Diploma in 3D Computer Animation at Media Design School. I landed my first big contract as a Digital Ink & Paint artist on New Zealand’s first animated sitcom ‘Bro’Town’.
Recognising I love working with people as much as doing the animation, I moved into Production Management. I produced TV and cinema commercials, and also worked on a Manmade Marvels documentaries series for Discovery Channel.
Linsey Careers
In 2008, Angee created Linsey Careers, a boutique executive search and career coaching firm, with the goal of helping companies find and retain outstanding marketing and communications talent – and helping outstanding practitioners in this field find amazing new opportunities, and manage their career with intention.
A three-time Silver Anvil award-winning comms pro herself, she understands the sector – and what it takes to succeed in it. Angee held communications roles in corporate and agency environments, as well as served for 25 years in the military — first as a U.S.
Army journalist and then as a Navy Reserve Public Affairs Officer. She graduated from the highly regarded School of Journalism at the University of Missouri, and later earned a master’s degree in career development.
Conclusion
As we conclude this exploration into the lives and teachings of top producer coaches, one thing becomes clear: success in creative industries is a blend of passion, perseverance, and a commitment to continuous growth.
Each coach’s story underscores the importance of resilience, adaptability, and a deep-seated belief in the power of creativity to shape the world.
Whether you’re an aspiring producer or a seasoned professional, their insights offer invaluable lessons on navigating challenges, honing your craft, and ultimately, making your mark in the realm of production.
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