• Commissioned, developed and oversaw production of original series for Tastemade Streaming Network • Created, scripted and was the showrunner for award-winning series, including “Behind the Dish”, “In the Shadow Of”, “Like a Chef” and “Frankie versus The Internet”. • Worked with teams of showrunners, writers, and editors to produce shows as a network executive. Led all aspects of content acquisition and licensing for Tastemade Streaming Network channels, including content sourcing, data analysis, term sheet drafting, long-form review, contract negotiation, and partner onboarding. • Built Tastemade Streaming Network channels into an annual, multi-million-dollar revenue stream through innovative content strategy, original programming development and data-driven best practices.
Summary
Television and digital media, food, travel and unscripted producer and network executive. Designed and built content-driven departments across multiple companies.
Credits
5/22 – 9/22
Showrunner (VICE News) – Planet A (Season 2)
Vice Media — TV — VICE News
5/22 – 9/22
7/16 – 5/22
Director (Director of Original Series)
Staff Position — Tastemade Details
7/16 – 5/22
8/13 – 5/16
Director (Senior Director of Experiential )
Staff Position — Refinery29 Details
8/13 – 5/16
• Founded the Experiential Department at Refinery29 and created the industry changing 29Rooms. • Grew the department into a national team with an annual, multi-million-dollar revenue stream. • Developed immersive programs for brands including Nike, Disney, Coca-Cola, Samsung, Netflix and Cadillac that included content extensions for events, social media, editorial, talent and video. • Supervised experiential execution, from ideation to production that included deck build out, budget oversight, physical layout ideation, on site production and program wrap out.
8/10 – 3/13
Executive Producer (EP) (Host) – Snacky Tunes
Heritage Radio Details
8/10 – 3/13
• Hosted and booked 150 hour long shows focusing on food & music pop culture and trends
9/12 – 2/13
Segment Producer – Unique Eats The Cooking Channel (Season 6)
Cooking Channel — TV — IW Productions Details
9/12 – 2/13
• Researched & produced field shoots with fifty plus restaurants for the show’s sixth season • Organized eating and local travel schedules for on air talent • Developed show themes for multiple episodes
7/12 – 8/12
Director – Chefs of Anarchy (Season 1)
TV — FCI Details
7/12 – 8/12
• Directed and developed original web series for one of the largest providers of online content • Co-wrote scripts to combine molecular gastronomy with the motorcyle lifestyle
6/12 – 7/12
Producer – Hungry History (Season 1)
History — TV — 9:30 Films Details
6/12 – 7/12
• Directed and developed original web series for one of the largest providers of online content • Co-wrote scripts to combine molecular gastronomy with the motorcyle lifestyle
3/12 – 4/12
Director – Chef Day
TV — Chef Day Details
3/12 – 4/12
• Worked directly with talent, client and crew to create and produce four culinary demos • Wrote, directed and styled demos to fit the unique vision of the client for their new business • Oversaw budget and schedule to keep team aware of the bottom line and on track
Recos
Education
Class of '04
Boston University
Bachelor of Science
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