Pinch
Joan Franzese is a seasoned operations executive with extensive experience in the production and creative industries. Currently serving as the Vice President and Head of Operations at Pinch since February 2023, and SALT PRODUCTIONS LLC since December 2019, Joan has demonstrated a commitment to delivering quality and precision in immersive design and full-service production environments. Previous roles include Director of Operations at Paramount Pictures, overseeing digital post services, and operational leadership for significant events such as the Super Bowl XLII Halftime Show and the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Additionally, Joan has contributed to several major projects for Google as a producer and operations lead. Joan's educational background includes studies at California State University, Fullerton, and John Cabot University in Rome, further enhancing expertise in operational excellence within creative settings.
Pinch
As an immersive design studio, we’re in the business of storytelling, bringing brands to life through the senses. From the outside, we’re a creative powerhouse, pairing strategic design with production expertise to flawlessly execute next level experiences. Inside, we’re a radically compassionate company, burning down traditional agency norms by centering people and giving creativity the space and support to thrive. We value emotion over information and people over profits, tenets that permeate every project we unleash on the world. We spark curiosity, foster community, and inspire action with the potency of a pinch.