Brendan McLaughlin

Produced segments for History Channel investigative series "The Proof is Out There." Wrote edit scripts, interviewed talent, oversaw edits, commissioned graphics, developed segment pitches.

Produced/wrote segment scripts for Travel Channel docuseries "Paranormal Caught On Camera." Wrote voice-over, selected interview bites, conducted cast interviews.

Pitched, wrote and produced videos for progressive Super PAC. Oversaw pieces from conception and development through each step of production including scripting, shooting, asset sourcing, post, revisions and delivery. Drove the creative process while working closely with editors, motion graphic designers and on-set crew.

Served as sole writer for Entertainment Weekly: The Show -- a talk show hosted by journalist Lola Ogunnaike airing on Time Inc./Meredith-owned streaming network. Pitched and scripted comedy bits for celebrity guests including Laura Dern, Tig Notaro, and H. Jon Benjamin. Directed talent during shoots, scripted host intros and interview questions. Provided editing notes, selected pop culture subjects to cover, wrote network promos. Created Couch Surfing, an interview segment from EW: The Show that was subsequently adapted into its own series and remains one of the network’s most popular shows among viewers, guests, and PR representatives. Wrote interview questions, host intros and social media promos. Guests have included Rob Reiner, Jada Pinkett Smith, Guy Pearce and many other A-listers. Scripted all host intros for PeopleTV’s TV review show BingeWorthy, and all interview questions for docu-series Untold Stories.

Wrote material for comedic, interactive game show. Pitched field pieces, game ideas, prizes and other segments. Wrote jokes and ideas for host wraps.

Wrote and produced for satirical new media pilot. Pitched, developed and coordinated field pieces. Worked with talent and execs to tailor segments to fit network needs.

Wrote scripts for topical videos that appeared on the paper’s website and social media pages. Researched topics, pitched ideas, compiled media assets, collaborated with editors, and punched up existing scripts.

Wrote scripts and jokes for clip-­based comedy show. Directed talent on­-set and selected bites for air.