Jessica Funches

• Worked with network & production executives to craft the episodic format • Assisted with managing the post-production team • Directed scenes & conducted in-depth pick-up interviews in the field • Crafted shot lists, interview questions and beat sheets for production • Guided episodic storytelling for the post team while producing the premiere episode • Provided input on the post-production schedule & editor assignments

• 2023 Television Academy Honors Special Recognition Recipient • Designed the show structure for episodes 102 & 103, helping set the series format • Conducted in-depth interviews with celebrity experts for the 4-episode docuseries • Wrote host narration and crafted the story arc in Avid for episodes 102 and 103 • Ideated series infographic design with graphics team • Addressed network, clearance and S&P notes on all episodes with editorial team • Provided direction on color correction and final audio mix on all episodes

Worked with the ECODEO team and Amazon Watch leaders to craft a compelling story surrounding their outstanding efforts to protect the Amazon Rainforest and amplify the voices of Indigenous Peoples. Wrote narration for Emmy-award winning actor Martin Sheen.

• Crafted the 4-episode talk show series format and supervised the writing team • Conducted preliminary guest interviews to determine episode story beats • Wrote and edited episodic scripts, host narration • Managed production, post-production and clearances • Hired production and post-production teams • Liaised with network executives

Telly Award winner. Contacted and negotiated with sponsors as well as managed production logistics for the television series. Once footage was received, I was responsible for crafting the episodic story story structure. Additionally, I wrote the host's narration and directed his recording for all 13 episodes.

Worked with client's Subject Matter Experts in Physics to craft scripts for each Concept Trailer. Budget ownership. Pulled stock footage for the video and directed on-camera talent for original productions. Worked with the graphics department and editorial to complete the final video. Ensured all deliverables were completed and given to the client in a timely manner.

Read books and screenplays. Provided story coverage and analysis of potential as an Amazon project.

Directed and co-wrote the script for "From Harvest to Table: The Story of the LA VICTORIA® Brand" which takes viewers on a journey that begins when the La Baca family immigrated to Los Angeles from Mexico, to the kitchen tables of families across the western United States; it is the journey of how salsa has become a staple on American tables. It aired on KNBC.