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Film 45Co-EP, Player 54: Chasing the XFL Dream
Dec. 2022 - Jun. 2023
Targantuan FilmworksExecutive Producer, Director, Storyteller
Mar. 2022Austin, Texas Metropolitan AreaFounded in 2022, Targantuan Filmworks is a sports-focused content studio that brings the stories of athletes and their teams to life. Our mission is to celebrate sport played by all—regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, or resources. We work across mediums, including commercials, branded content, documentaries, audio, scripted and original spaces, and from an idea’s inception through production, post, and delivery. We also won a Sports Emmy before Targantuan was born.
OneTeam PartnersVice President, Production & Athlete Storytelling
Aug. 2021 - Mar. 2022
OneTeam PartnersVice President, Production & Creative
May. 2020 - Aug. 2021Austin, Texas, United StatesOneTeam Partners | Vice President, Production & Creative The VP of Production and Creative is responsible for overseeing the production and creative process of OneTeam Partners' projects and signature tentpole events. From ideation through delivery, including pre-production, production, and post-production, this role spearheads the process to ensure seamless execution, premium quality, and overall client, partner, and player satisfaction. Notable Projects: Madden 99 Club | Executive Producer & Director Executive produced and directed five standalone pieces announcing NFL players with a 99 Rating in Madden 2021. Worked with players' inner-COVID circle to gain access and shoot virtually using customized handheld cameras. On The Clock | Producer | Audible Produced episodic podcast for Audible chronicling the draft process of three rookies as they start their careers in the time of COVID. IJM: Team Freedom | Executive Producer | NLFN Worked with eight athletes, the International Justice Mission, and Team Freedom to create a television commercial and digital campaign around the Super Bowl to raise awareness about human-trafficking and modern day slavery. Monkey Knife Fight Super Bowl Spots | Executive Producer Executive produced two digital spots for Monkey Knife Fight and their "More or Less" campaign around the Super Bowl. Previously created sizzle reel for press to announce the partnership between OTP and Monkey Knife Fight. Madden NFL 21 Pro Bowl | Producer | EA Sports | NFLN & ESPN
Produced shoulder content, promotional materials, and halftime show for the NFL and EA's virtual Pro Bowl that acted as a replacement for the traditional event because of COVID. NFLPA Pitch Day | Executive Producer | For The Win
Executive Produced NFLPA Pitch day where six minority owned-and-operated companies/entrepreneurs are given the chance to earn the NFLPA's support. The two-hour livestream was hosted by Magic Johnson.
ACE Media Co.Head Of Production
Aug. 2017 - May. 2020Greater Los Angeles AreaAthlete Content & Entertainment (ACE) Media | Head of Production & Executive Producer Head of Production and in-house Executive Producer at ACE Media, the production arm of the NFL Player’s Association. Oversee and manage all phases of production for the NFLPA including the Super Bowl, Pro Bowl, Draft, Rookie Premiere, and Collegiate Bowl. Additionally, create long- and short-form documentaries; network and OTT television; and digital, branded, and partner-specific content. Responsibilities include producing, directing, creative development, and copywriting; working with and managing talent; crafting and overseeing budgets; and executing all production in the field. Notable Projects: NFL Life: Kirk Cousins | Producer & Director | NFL Network Produced and directed hour-long documentary following Kirk Cousins through free agency, from the end of his stint with the Washington Redskins to the signing of his record-breaking contract with the Minnesota Vikings. Best. Bosley. Ever. | Producer | Sony Pictures Produced television commercial and digital spots with Megan Rapinoe for Sony’s Charlie’s Angels release. Gameday Commute (S1 & S2) | Producer | Facebook & Fanatics Produced six-part digital series following two NFL players on Sundays before and after their games. Someday is Now | Producer & Director | LUNA Bar Produced and directed two digital spots for LUNA’s “Someday Is Now” campaign celebrating the members of the USWNT and their plight for equal pay heading into the 2019 World Cup in France. Tuesday Night Fortnite | Producer | Twitch
Produced an eight-episode livestream Fortnite competition pairing NFL players with Twitch streamers. EA Sports: Madden Bowl | Producer | EA Sports Conceived of creative and produced annual Madden Bowl digital features which includes “smack talk” videos and docu-follow segments with NFL athletes, and top Hollywood and musical talent.
A. Smith & Co. ProductionsProducer
Mar. 2017 - Apr. 2017Greater Los Angeles AreaSpartan Race: Ultimate Team Challenge (S2) / Producer / NBC / A. Smith & Co. Mar. 2017 – Apr. 2017
Worked as a Story Producer throughout prep and production, and switched to become Field Producer shooting hometown packages for the eight-part, hour-long competition series.
Film 45Producer
Aug. 2015 - Jan. 2018Greater Los Angeles AreaSenior Producer on QB1: Beyond the Lights (S1 & S2) and On Point. Co-Producer on State of Play (S3). QB1: Beyond the Lights (S2) / Senior Producer / Verizon Go90 / Film 45 Aug. 2017 – Jan. 2018
Based on the TV series, Friday Night Lights, produced a ten-part docuseries following three of the nation’s top-ranked high school quarterbacks. Directed the field team in Bellflower, CA, and operated the Sony a7S on game days and whenever the story dictated. On Point / Senior Producer / Verizon Go90 / Complex Networks / Film 45 Apr. 2017 – Aug. 2017
Following the success of QB1: Beyond the Lights, hired to produce a ten-part docuseries spinoff that follows three of the top-ranked high school basketball players through their summer AAU seasons. Directed field team in Louisville, Kentucky and operated the Sony a7S during all games and whenever the story dictated. QB1: Beyond the Lights / Producer / Verizon Go90 / Complex Networks / Film 45 July 2016 - Feb. 2017
During Season One, produced and directed the field teams in Harrisburg, PA and Las Vegas, NV. State of Play / Producer / HBO Sports / Film 45 / Season 3 Aug. 2015 - Jan. 2016
Nominated for two Sports Emmys and winning for Fighting Chance in the Outstanding Short Sports Documentary category. Oversaw all of post-production on three half-hour long documentaries; “Game of Borders” chronicling the Palestinian National Soccer Team; “Inherent Violence” exploring children’s MMA; and “Fighting Chance” examining at the underdog role in sports. Wendy’s High School Heisman / Supervising Producer / ESPN / Film 45 November 2015
Shot five-of-ten, three-minute documentary shorts featuring the finalists nominated for the Wendy’s High School Heisman Award, presented to the top high school scholar-athletes in the United States.
Original ProductionsDevelopment Producer
Jul. 2015 - Dec. 2017Burbank, CAFreelance development producer of documentary and docs-series projects.
M2 Pictures S.r.l.Field Producer
Dec. 2014 - Mar. 2015Richmond, Virginia AreaUltimate Homes / Field Producer / Discovery Channel / M2 Pictures Dec. 2014 - Mar. 2015
Produced twenty-three standalone segments for ten-episode, hour-long television series.
GoodBye PicturesField Producer
Apr. 2014 - Aug. 2014The Short Game
CHERNIN ENTERTAINMENT, LLCConsultant
Jan. 2014 - Feb. 2014Santa Monica, CAHired as a consultant, writer, and producer of sports content. Created concepts and original sports programming.
Mandalay Sports Media / Tollin ProductionsProducer
Aug. 2013 - Feb. 2014Los Angeles, CAProduced and directed a sizzle reel for a docuseries focused baseball. Identified talent and formed key relationships that helped the project gain traction. Currently In Development.
44 Blue ProductionsField Producer
Mar. 2013 - Aug. 2013Trinidad, ColoradoField produced for a six-episode docuseries featuring the Trinidad Triggers, an independent team in the Pecos League, the lowest level of professional baseball set to air on Fox Sports 1 in April 2014. Responsibilities included producing and directing sit-down-interviews, day-in-the-life segments, and in-game action. Traveled throughout Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas during the team’s 71-game season, devising and documenting team and player stories.
Targantuan FilmworksExecutive Producer
Aug. 2011 - Aug. 2012Los Angeles, CADeveloping a scripted, fictional, television series that pulls the curtain back on life in the NBA. Oversaw a team of hired writers and consulted with several former NBA players to shape the project.
Sports MediaFreelance
Oct. 2009 - Jun. 2015Interested in Sports and Entertainment. Film, TV, Digital. Scripted or Unscripted.
Universal PicturesCreative Executive
May. 2006 - Oct. 2009Worked as member of Universal’s Production and Development Creative Team. Managed a slate of 40+ projects of various genres and in differing stages of production and development. Focused mainly on comedy, genre, and family films. • Daily responsibilities included the tracking and acquisition of screenplays and other source material and properties such as manuscripts and books, pitches, graphic novels, comic books, and video games. • Participated in the hiring of writers, directors, and other talent during all phases of development process. Wrote extensive project notes, created writer and director lists, and scouted for up-and-coming talent. • Served as junior executive on Public Enemies (2009), Robin Hood (2010), and Your Highness (2011), The Change-Up (2011), Pitch Perfect (2012), and Identity Thief (2013).
Focus FeaturesManager, Office of the Co-Presidents
Nov. 2003 - May. 2006Relocated from New York to Los Angeles when the Co-President of Focus Features was promoted to the Co-Chairman of Universal Pictures. Served as liaison between executive and senior management, producers, agents, and talent. • Attended weekly departmental meetings including Creative Development, Physical Production, Distribution, Marketing, Publicity, Finance, International Sales, Business Strategy, and Greenlight Committee.
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