- Managing the creative direction of the company and executing new projects - Creating and developing non scripted television shows from idea phase to network pitch ready - Managing and executing a full slate of development projects - Creating and writing all pitch materials to demonstrate new concepts (pitch decks and treatments) - Producing and directing sizzle reels and non-scripted video projects - Supervising and managing edits for non-scripted sizzle reels until completion - Communicating with television networks to understand their current programming needs - Pitching new concepts to our network partners - Working closely with our agent team at WME to develop projects to their full potential
Summary
I have worked in unscripted development for over 9 years, most recently serving as the VP of Unscripted Development at Banca Studio, an Emmy award winning television production co where I managed the development team and creative direction of the company.
Credits
12/16 – 11/19
VP of Development
Staff Position — Banca Studio Details
12/16 – 11/19
2/15 – 7/16
Development Manager
Staff Position — Critical Content Details
2/15 – 7/16
Creating and developing reality show concepts from idea to network pitch ready; Creating all project materials (loglines, pitch decks, treatments, and sizzle reels); Managing a full slate of development projects; Developing non-scripted formats, character archetypes, and story arcs; Producing non-scripted video content; Researching network needs, pop culture news, and non-scripted trends; Scouting and contacting possible talent for projects; Preparing footage for editors using AVID Video Editing Software; Conducting talent interviews on camera and via Skype
9/13 – 2/15
Development Coordinator
Staff Position — Bunim/Murray Productions Details
9/13 – 2/15
Coordinator for Charlize Theron’s Denver & Delilah Productions; Coordinator for two Senior Executives (SVP of Development & Showrunner); Creating and developing reality show concepts from idea to network pitch ready; Creating all project materials (loglines, pitch decks, sizzle reels, and treatments); Developing non-scripted formats, character archetypes, and story arcs; Developing “challenge” ideas for our competition formats; Researching network needs, pop culture news, and non-scripted trends; Maintaining development slates, project files, and executive schedules; Coordinating network meetings, calls, and pitches; Managing intern team
7/14 – 9/14
Production Assistant – Million Dollar Maze Runner
MTV — TV — Bunim/Murray Productions Details
7/14 – 9/14
Assistant to Executive Producer/Showrunner Rick de Oliveira; Working with the Executive Producer to develop format and challenges; Creating pitch materials for network; Assisting Challenge Producers on set; Assisting wardrobe team; Miscellaneous assisting production tasks on set
10/10 – 9/13
Executive Assistant
Staff Position — Elev8 Talent Agency Details
10/10 – 9/13
Executive Assistant to President/Theatrical Agent; Script coverage; Submitting actors for theatrical and commercial roles; Pitching clients to casting directors, coordinating talent, and scheduling auditions; Scouting and evaluating new talent; Hiring and supervising interns; Coordinating executive schedules, rolling calls, call logs, and researching industry trends
Recos
Education
Class of '06
University Of South Florida
Bachelor's Degree - Business Marketing
Skills
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