Shea O'Connell

Produced Act 4, the final game segments. Created and developed game content, show props and hand cards. Screened and briefed contestants in the field as well as took production field notes.

Transcribe footage, string out selects/moments/audio bites for producer and editor. Create deliverable materials such as the blur list, release log, shoot schedules, music cue sheet, credit list, chyron list, etc. Vet camera ops & audio techs and research and clear locations. Review network notes and assist in the edit.

Developed over 10 occupational pitches for Discovery Communications. Conducted research on organizations and individuals as required. Acted as a talent booker and directed pre-interviews with company CEOs and potential talent.

Survey and handpick questions submitted by audience for live toss.Coordinate with Producer and Executive Producer on placement of questions based on show format. Distribute and explain release forms as well as brief each selected audience member for the on-air question spots. Support producers with any in studio needs.

Examine scripts/ show treatments and participate in the creative discussions for all development and production company pitch meetings. Pitch show concepts/ ideas. Screen and vet casting submissions. Research news articles for potential programming subjects as well as track what is trending in pop culture, music, TV, and film.

Coordinated with venue directors regarding scouts, deals, and space availability. Vetted documents such as credentials lists, contact lists, permits, contracts, and other legal documents. Created and compiled grids to track information such as department production calendars, production shift schedules, vacation time, venue grids, etc. Tracked/ reconciled expenses, created PO’s.