Samuel Godfrey
Omnicom Media
London,United Kingdom
9
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
1
Language
Experienced in media agency operations and advertising technology, with a proven track record in budget management and financial oversight. Adept at presentation communication, ensuring clear and impactful delivery of ideas. Committed to leveraging skills to drive strategic growth and innovation within the industry.
Work history
Client Leadership Manager
1 Month- Coordinated trailer launches and key campaign milestones, ensuring seamless execution and optimising audience engagement from launch through to campaign completion.
- Worked closely with internal teams, media partners, and stakeholders to manage campaign performance and delivery.
- Monitored campaign pacing and performance, delivering insights and actionable recommendations to maximise impact throughout active campaigns.
- Facilitated planning and delivery of major film marketing campaigns for Amazon MGM Studios, enhancing brand visibility across international markets.
- Supported cross-functional teams in bringing large-scale entertainment campaigns to market, helping drive audience awareness and engagement.
- Contributed to the development of strategic and creative campaign ideas for international movie releases.
Media Operations Executive
5 Years 10 Months- Developed and executed localization strategies for software and digital content, expanding language offerings and increasing user engagement and revenue by 30% in pan-regional channels through partnerships with specialist vendors.
- Managed localization projects from initiation to completion, overseeing timelines, resource allocation, quality assurance, and budget adherence.
- Spearheaded vendor onboarding for dubbing and subtitling, defining quality standards and streamlining workflows.
- Collaborated with translators, developers, and project managers to deliver accurate, culturally relevant translations across product documentation, user interfaces, and marketing materials.
- Led market research and analysis to identify localization needs, enhancing processes and improving customer satisfaction in key regions.
- Successfully handled complex projects involving highly creative scripts and legal-compliant back translations for playout approval.
- Maintained open communication, conducted periodic evaluations, and ensured consistency in language quality and formatting.
Localization Coordinator
2 Years 11 Months- Optimised localisation workflows, reducing turnaround time by 20% and improving resource efficiency.
- Leveraged audience insights, analysing viewer feedback and ratings to refine localisation strategies and enhance engagement.
- Expanded Discovery Channel's global reach by consistently delivering culturally relevant content, strengthening audience engagement.
- Navigated linguistic and regulatory challenges to ensure compliance, delivering high-quality localised content that resonates with target audiences.
- Consulted on cultural matters, guiding translation teams to achieve accurate representation of regional customs, idioms, and sensitivities.
- Streamlined vendor management by maintaining a comprehensive database of preferred voice talents, translators, and dubbing studios to enhance project efficiency.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by coordinating with international teams, promoting inclusivity and enhancing productivity.
Localization Coordinator
11 Months- Developed and executed localization strategies that respected cultural nuances and preferences, enhancing viewer engagement and receiving positive feedback.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams including content producers, translators, voice artists, and technical experts to maintain high-quality localized content.
- Managed complex timelines and multiple projects simultaneously, consistently meeting tight deadlines and maintaining high standards of accuracy.
- Implemented workflow improvements that reduced localization turnaround time and optimised resource allocation.
- Acted as a cultural liaison, providing guidance to translation teams to ensure accurate portrayal of regional customs, idioms, and sensitivities.
- Monitored viewer feedback and ratings to refine localization approaches and improve audience satisfaction.
- Maintained a database of preferred voice talents, translators, and dubbing studios, streamlining future localization processes.
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills when coordinating with international teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Successfully navigated challenges such as language complexities and regional regulations, maintaining compliance while delivering engaging content.
- Contributed to the growth of Discovery Channel's global audience by consistently delivering high-quality, culturally relevant content across diverse markets.
- Received commendations from management for consistently exceeding expectations and contributing to the network's reputation for top-notch localised content.
- Successful localization efforts for multiple documentary series, ensuring seamless adaptation for global audiences.
Skills
Campaign performance analysis
Media agency operations
Advertising technology
Budget management
Financial oversight
Microsoft office suite proficiency
Customer relationship management systems
Presentation delivery
Interpersonal effectiveness
Education
Bachelor's degree - Criminology
Certification
Localization for developers Course, FA Coaching Lvl 1, Basic Programmatic Certification, Programmatic Advertising, Programmatic Advertising
Languages
English
Timeline
Client Leadership Manager
Omnicom Media
2026.07 - 2026.08Read More
Media Operations Executive
Warner Bros. Discovery
2020.09 - 2026.07Read More
Localization Coordinator
Discovery Inc
2019.09 - 2020.08Read More
Localization Coordinator
Scripps Networks Interactive
2017.10 - 2020.09Read More
Southampton Solent University
Bachelor's degree from Criminology
2012.01 - 2015.01Read More