John Nichols

Media & Public Relations Consultant/ Content Executive Producer @JDN

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John Nichols is a seasoned Media & Public Relations Consultant and Content Executive Producer with over two decades of experience in the media industry, he has honed his skills in public relations, content production, and strategic communications. He oversees content production and implementing effective media strategies that contribute to the company's growth and success. In addition, John offers consultancy services, providing insightful advice on public relations and media strategies. His expertise lies in developing compelling narratives and leveraging media outlets to enhance brand visibility and reputation. John held senior roles in various media agencies where he executed successful PR campaigns and digital strategies. He holds a degree in English with advanced studies in Communications and Media Studies. John's immense contribution to the industry is underpinned by a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the media landscape. As well as two Emmy nominations.

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Work Background

Abrams MediaExecutive Producer/Showrunner

Sep. 2023 - Jan. 2024New York, United States · HybridDeveloped first season of weekly news roundtable streaming on MAX on high profile criminal and civil trials. A top 100 program on ID, "Crimefeed" with Nancy Grace, Investigative Journalist Mara S. Campo and Private investigator Derrick Levasseur (Winner of Big Brother 2014) -Hired and led team of writers and producers -Managed storytelling through concept, copyediting, and publishing -Liasson w/network client/executives to meet business expectations and legal standards

JDNMedia Relations, Content, and Communications Advisor

Apr. 2023 - Dec. 2023New York, United States · On-siteAdvised agencies and clients on media relations and pitching, messaging strategy around political and news events, media partnerships and crisis communications strategy aligned with reputation. -Brand, reputation and message strategy -Advised on political messaging and leveraged deep contacts around news events -Built media strategy to develop “subject matter experts” for media appearances

MSNBCSenior Executive Producer - "The 11th Hour w/ Stephanie Ruhle"

May. 2022 - Oct. 2022New York, United StatesTemporary project to revitalize late night news and perspective program. -Unprecedented increase in late night ratings using aggressive content strategy. -Created Friday night alternative program format to compete with late night talk shows. -Managed difficult return to and team restructuring effort

MSNBCSenior Executive Producer

Aug. 2019 - Mar. 2023New York CitySenior editorial leader for MSNBC's Sunday politics, weekend news & perspective programming, breaking news, special projects and team of 200, reporting to executive leadership. Leader for aggressive news and booking strategy, brand messaging, crisis communications, on-air talent management, guests & media relations. Responsible for audience & ratings performance aligned with business goals Created new social media strategy which became company template. Direct reports include 9 Executive Producers, two senior managers and 11 hosts. Drove DEI goals with 40+ hires and promotions and managed return to office. -Executive editorial lead of 11 branded programs including influential Sunday public affairs Senior EP: - VELSHI - The Sunday Show w/ Jonathan Capehart - Alex Witt Reports - Politics Nation - KCDC -Developed and Launched 7 new branded programs Senior EP: -American Voices w/ Alicia Menendez -The Katie Phang Show -SYMONE w/Symone Sanders-Townshend -AYMAN w/Ayman Mohyeldin -Yasmin Voussoughian Reports -The Week with Joshua Johnson -The Mehdi Hasan Show -Led editorial strategy for elections and campaign events. -Managed external communications and promotion strategy -Successfully achieved impressive audience & ratings growth -Crisis communications senior partner with executive leadership on strategy -Led multi-platform & multimedia crisis responses to diverse audiences -Created & executed multiplatform media campaigns -Partnered with sales team to develop and produce paid media -Produced hundreds of hours of breaking news including war in Ukraine & Weather events across multiple platforms at once, innovative projects, live events & content on complex topics -Oversaw placement of high-profile guests & bookings -Senior editorial partner for PR, Media Relations, and Marketing -Coached & media trained high profile public figures -Former Presidential candidates, politicians, executives & subject-matter experts

NBCUniversalSenior Producer- The Last Word w/ Lawrence O'Donnell

Aug. 2010 - Aug. 2019Greater New York City Area · On-siteEditorial leader of award-winning news & politics program. (Cable top ten) Partnered with host to create daily line up, manage editorial meetings. -Broke Numerous stories partnering with executives, standards & legal -Produced award-winning policy focused segments on public housing and lgbtq+ issues. -Negotiated & booked first live TV interview for E. Jean Carroll -Senior Producer of New Hampshire Democratic Debate -Executive Producer live coverage of the Alma Awards -Supported KIND FUND Campaign- to provide desks for schools in Malawi, Africa

MSNBCExecutive Producer- MSNBC WEEKENDS

Jun. 2009 - Aug. 2010Greater New York City Area · On-siteManage All Weekend Live Programming and Produced Special Projects including coverage of the White House Correspondents Dinner, passage of the Affordable Care Act and breaking news coverage on two networks of the attempted bombing in Times Sq.

NBC NewsShow Creator, Executive Producer - "It's The Economy" & "The New York Times Edition on MSNBC"

Jan. 2008 - Sep. 2010New York, New York, United States · On-siteCreated business and economic news program for a wide audience hosted by Melissa Francis and Contessa Brewer Developed Program in partnership with The New York Times, highlighting New York Times Reporting and Reporters - Hosted by John Harwood and Contessa Brewer

MSNBCSr. Producer, LIVE with Norah O'Donnell, Tamron Hall, David Shuster

Jun. 2006 - Jun. 2009Greater New York City Area · On-siteEditorial Leader of Two daily daily hour-long LIVE news shows, managed staff, managed content and talent. Strategized show promotion and special reports. Drove aggressive editorial and booking strategy. Sr. Producer of LIVE NBC News Special Report of President Obama's Trip to Ft Hood Anchored by Brian Williams

NBC NewsSr Producer, Hardball with Chris Matthews

Aug. 2005 - Jul. 2008Greater New York City AreaWorked on special politics coverage and daily live show focused on news, politics and policy

MSNBCProducer

Apr. 2002 - Aug. 2005Line Producer 'Deborah Norville Tonight' interviews on the day's top stories Line Producer 'The Abrams Report' real crime based show Line Producer “Lester Holt Live” Produce various live msnbc programs and special projects.

WJBK-TV FOX 2 DetroitProducer

Nov. 2000 - May. 2002Detroit, Michigan, United States · On-siteProduce daily news show covering local stories, auto industry, environment, crime and politics. Liaison with local PR executives

WWBT NBC 12News Line Producer

Jan. 2000 - Nov. 2000Richmond, Virginia, United States · On-site