Today we’d like to introduce you to Marva Williams.
Marva, can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today.
I began working with WWE on Full Sail Univ’s campus in Orlando, December 2013. After one year and a half, I began working the surrounding southeast shows with BounceTV’s Premiere Boxing Champions. A few months down the road, that production coordinator referred me to work one show under NHRA’s production coordinator, February 2016. I completed the rest of that tour season with them on the road thru Nov of that year, beginning as a runner and finishing the last four months as the show’s production coordinator. I did a couple of boxing events in between shows that kept me in touch with Bounce. Following the end of the tour, I began working on set with them on a couple of sitcoms, where I met Olivia Holmes. There, I was introduced to Roger Bobb’s crew as they were often hired by Bounce for the production of their original shows. I was hired on full time by Bobb’s UPM Angi Bones, as an office PA, but continued to work boxing and BounceTV in-between. I was teamed up that same year with Olivia to coordinate Bounce’s 24th Trumpet Awards (I worked the 25th show, as well). Following that, I was hired by Hawkeye (the company responsible for scoring and replay technology during soccer games), so I was the on-field replay technician with ATL United during their inaugural season in the Mercedes Benz Stadium. The production company that produced Bounce’s boxing events, always provided work so I also continued with boxing, along with working the preseason games for the Atlanta Falcons. Outside of TV & Film, I manage a few music artists. One was seeking a composition form ATL’s platinum producer, Zaytoven. I spoke with his manager Roland Williams. After a 2hr conversation, I began assisting Ro with Zay’s logistics (day-to-day) and has been with them for a little over a year now. I recently pulled away last December 2018 from TV/film to focus on the music but I step in, day-playing from time to time when needed.
Has it been a smooth road?
If I could be transparent, I don’t think anyone has a smooth ride. Every course has its fair share of obstacles, especially in this male-dominated industry, as a woman. I could write a book on that, lol.
I guess to keep it simple: I’ve been homeless and sheltered. Dead broke 9I mean, as broke as broke could get) and paid, but through everything, I refuse to give up! I got places and heights I’m trying to reach so I can’t stop!
So, as you know, we’re impressed with LaSalle Mmgt Firm and MTW Solutions, LLC – tell our readers more, for example, what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
My companies are somewhat umbrellas for multiple hats. My main title is production coordinator. I hire, coordinate, and manage productions and events for many entertainment industry gigs. However, I also ‘double’ as a stage manager, production assistant, office PA, producer/writer/arrangement (film script and music) and anything else that may present itself as a need during any taping. Beyond this is artist management.
Of course, I like to make sure my actions are always 100% professional and accurate while working but I am most proud of managing and maintaining healthy relationships throughout my short career. It keeps me working and I believe that is what sets me apart from other individuals.
Let’s touch on your thoughts about our city – what do you like the most and least?
I love that Atlanta is a melting pot of thinkers and try-ers. I have had so many people willing to take a chance with me, without barely knowing who I am. That made me work hard because I didn’t want to let anyone down.
What I cannot stand is fall’s traffic! I hate it! But I guess everyone else is trying to find out what’s hot in the city too, lol.
Pricing:
- Production Coordinator: (Varies) starting at $450/day
- Stage Manager: $350/day
- Production Assistant: $250/day
Contact Info:
- Phone: 478-588-0566
- Email: marvaloussolutionsllc@yahoo.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvalovesyou/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marva.williams.718
- Other: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marva-williams-a8363083/
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