Deanna McDonald

Wrote and edited scripts for annual Humanitarian Awards Gala, as well as event planning and production. Assisted in the selection, organization and editing of video packages for the Gala, as well as coordinating with honorees’ for filming and interviews.

Created and wrote original concept, developed 7 episode season with a team of 4 and funding secured through product placement. Assisted in the promotion of first 5 episodes, which currently have a viewership of over 2 million combined.

Ensured that producers had necessary materials, including equipment, prior to editing sessions and shoots. Distributed documents, including scripts and call sheets, during the filming process. Organized schedules as well as the logistics of the extras and cast prior to- and during shooting.

Wrote articles, press releases and materials for annual Denim Day campaign, as well as assisting in strategy, development and social media outreach for the international campaign which reached over 10 million people in 2014.

Researched stories and data for both live weekday and live weekend shows. Assisted in choosing and editing video for weekly show packages, logged and transcribed interviews and other tape for producers, as well as assisted show guests, personalities, and producers during weekly live broadcasts.