Brian Nicholas

Wrote and produced original pieces. Responsible for writing and editing pre-produced daily show open. Produced daily program interstitials and promos. Conducted pre-interviews and research for daily guest segments. Produced, wrote and coordinated daily news hits. Handled occasional field producing assignments.

Formatted and wrote scripts for food-related segments. Worked with nationally and internationally recognized chefs coordinating all aspects of food preparation. Responsible for dressing set and beauty shots. Worked on product integration with corporate clients including Kraft, Calphalon, Healthy Choice and Conagra Foods.

Worked on reality shows and guided assignments through the creative process: conception, writing, shooting, editorial, graphics and delivery. Booked/directed on-air and voiceover talent. Mentored team of Associate Producers and Interns. Brainstormed unexpected and creative breakout ideas. Wrote, produced, and creatively executed high-profile promotional campaigns, show launches and sales presentations.

Recruited to rebrand the network sports department. Creatively wrote, produced, and edited topical promotions for original programming and sports properties: MLB, NBA, NHL, NCAA. Directed production shoots, news anchors, voiceover talent, graphic designers, and sound mixers. Organized schedules, upheld quality, integrity, and creativity within tightly assigned deadlines and budgets.

One of six candidates selected worldwide for TBS’s professional television training program. Assistant wrote and produced on-air promos for various network properties: movies, sports, episodic, and interstitials. Directed and shot original video content. Scheduled and supervised post production process. Coordinated traffic, online, broadband, and VOD services.