KATHI ZIOLKOWSKI

I am a passionate, creative, multi-disciplinary producer with over 20 years of experience collaborating with clients, advertising agencies, boutique branding firms, production companies, and renowned photographers. I possess unique expertise in production and post-production across print, video, and digital content, with a focus on the celebrity, fashion, and luxury brand sectors.
As an exceptional communicator, collaborator, negotiator, and relationship builder, I enjoy partnering with teams to execute their vision throughout all aspects of production, including estimate building, location research, staffing/resourcing, line producing, shooting, and delivery. 
SELECT CLIENTS
LVMH, Zara, Nike,  Sephora, L'Oreal , Apple TV, Meta, Puma, Under Armour, OVO, Lululemon, New York Times, DoorDash, Vanity Fair, Reigning Champ, Mr Porter, Four Seasons, W Magazine, Universal Music
CORE SERVICES
  • Casting, Location Scouting, Team Building and Crew Sourcing 
  • Production and On-Set Management 
  • Location Research and Management 
  • Budget Management: Estimating/Bidding to Final Billing 
  • Customs and Immigration Assistance for Foreign Crews Shooting in Canada 
  • Travel Coordination

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 
Founder + President
KZM AGENCY | Toronto | Jan 2003 - Present 
  • Founded a boutique management company dedicated to representing a curated stable of photographers and directors, fostering creativity and collaboration.
Founder + Executive Producer
ZINC PRODUCTION | Toronto | Jan 2000 - Present 
  • Established a full-service production company servicing foreign visitors needing a reliable production partner and Canadian clients requiring expert assistance with photo and video production.
CRO + Director of Integrated Content & Brand Partnerships
The Coveteur | New York | Jan 2011 - May 2015 
  • Built a department at the intersection of editorial and sales, providing editorially driven content, social media strategies, strategic partnerships, celebrity casting, and curated events for clients such as Louis Vuitton, CHANEL, Cartier, and Dior. 
  • Developed partnerships with traditional and digital publishers internationally. Advised the publisher of Condé Nast's Bazaar on the launch of Shop Bazaar, developed and produced celebrity advertising programs for Hearst's Elle.
Director of Global Communications
Club Monaco | New York & Toronto | 1995 - 2000 
  • Ran offices in NYC and Toronto, directing international communications across Canada, the USA, Japan, Korea, Dubai, and China. 
  • Launched the brand in the USA and managed a New York showroom. Established strong relationships with key editors, stylists, film and TV studios, and celebrities. Produced long-term partnerships with Wallpaper* for exclusive products, editorial content, and media events.
Executive Producer
HOLT RENFREW | Toronto | 1994 - 1995 
  • Collaborated with the Creative Director and cross-functional teams to plan, and manage shoots for luxury partners such as Gucci, Cucinelli, YSL, Dior, Missoni, Loro Piana, and Etro.
  • Ensured effective communication among stakeholders to manage a quarterly multi-million dollar budget, focusing on both efficiency and creative needs.