Information Architect and Technology Efficient
Greater Los Angeles Area
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- Producer at Podango Productions
- Creative Director at Creative Cartel (Sole Proprietorship)
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- Chief Architect at Wayans Bros. Entertainment / WayoutTV.com
- Strategic Planning & Analysis Consultant at Resources Connection
- Manager, Human Resources Information Systems at House of Blues
- Manager, Human Resources Staffing & Information Systems at Universal Studios
- Business Systems Analyst at Disney Consumer Products
- Business Systems Analyst at Disneyland Resort
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Liana Lehua’s Summary
Speaker evangelizing and educating businesses, mainstream entertainment, professionals and creatives on new media production, distribution and technologies. Highlights: National Association of Broadcasters 2008, Macworld 2008, and BlogWorld 2007.
New Media Producer / Creative Director developing detailed work plans, establishing individual project objectives, and managing workflow of functional and technical teams. Priority on client service leading to milestones realized on-time and on-budget.
Strategic Planning Analyst making strategic recommendations for system enhancements to enhance business functionality and productivity. Perform analytical and technical work in the planning, design and implementation of customizations to existing applications.
Chief Architect driving the design, development and implementation of emerging technologies for transitioning legacy systems into enterprise and/or web-based applications and services.
Liana Lehua’s Experience
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Producer
Podango Productions
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Media Production industry)
September 2007 — Present (2 years 3 months)
Show development, scripting and production of Girls Gone Geek blog, audio and video segments
Research and facilitate the creation and posting of relevant and timely show and blog topics
Manage on-air talent and production teams to deliver weekly content -
Creative Director
Creative Cartel (Sole Proprietorship)
(Sole Proprietorship; Myself Only; Online Media industry)
September 2002 — Present (7 years 3 months)
Lead clients on achieving design, brand architecture, functionality, navigation and thematic consistency of core business and related distribution projects
Facilitate visual, technical and conceptual guidance of work teams
Identify key emerging platforms and new media consumption devices
Propose impact priorities and prepare regular industry analysis for clients
Establish and direct strategic short- and long-term goals, policies and procedures
Define and maintain the integrity of creative vision -
Chief Architect
Wayans Bros. Entertainment / WayoutTV.com
(Entertainment industry)
October 2005 — June 2007 (1 year 9 months)
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Strategic Planning & Analysis Consultant
Resources Connection
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Management Consulting industry)
September 2004 — September 2005 (1 year 1 month)
Initiated, proposed and implemented analytical and technical solutions extensively increasing the quantitative and qualitative value of the human capital and operational metrics produced in human resources
Conducted gap analysis to develop and implement best practices for efficiency and effectiveness of business systems and processes
Utilized functional and technical flow charts, workflow and technical diagrams, and Gantt charts to effectively map and manage critical paths and bottlenecks in conjunction with project tracking reports and project data sheets for senior management
Blueprint technical and operational training manuals and led presentations for the development of human resources and technical applications for the department user base and for audit purpose
Provide practical, functional, fiscal, and economic solutions through modeling and cost basis analysis -
Manager, Human Resources Information Systems
House of Blues
(Privately Held; 1001-5000 employees; Entertainment industry)
September 2000 — September 2002 (2 years 1 month)
Lead cross-functional project team to implement HRMS for over 200 end-users
Conducted extensive research on timeline and cost analysis for projects and business process re-engineering efforts
Formulated administrative processes to support overall business and translate user requirements into working systems/processes
Planned, designed, and provided tactical management (operation, maintenance, and technical support) of applications systems and database management systems
Analyzed operational practices and recommended systems/process enhancements for efficient use of resources
Assisted in conversion project to integrate 3,500 employees into new systems from legacy systems -
Manager, Human Resources Staffing & Information Systems
Universal Studios
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; GE; Entertainment industry)
April 2000 — September 2000 (6 months)
Re-engineered and re-launched company use of HRMS and applicant tracking software, systems, and processes to provide a clear vision, and to create a stronger, more effective, and relevant way of doing business, reestablishing return on investment
Analyzed employment data to proactively manage employee population and the employment marketplace
Partnered with end-users and management to strategically and proactively manage human resources capital and business objectives -
Business Systems Analyst
Disney Consumer Products
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; DIS; Consumer Goods industry)
March 1998 — March 2000 (2 years 1 month)
Gathered detailed business and technical requirements to produce work documents, diagrams, and training materials
Complied information and delivered regular, detailed program status reports for management
Built strong partnerships and provided systems consulting support to business unit leaders and end users
Conceptualized, designed, wrote, and presented instructional materials and training for new and ongoing systems process improvements and enhancements -
Business Systems Analyst
Disneyland Resort
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; DIS; Entertainment industry)
August 1996 — March 1998 (1 year 8 months)
Partnered with Project Manager as a key member of large-scale SAP implementation as a Subject Matter Expert and Super User
Maintained applicant tracking system and provided systems maintenance and technical support
Implemented innovative internet recruitment strategy significantly reduce cost per hire
Designed and facilitated new hire orientations
Conducted online searches for both active and passive job seekers to identify qualified candidates for nonexempt and exempt positions
