Harpo Productions
Industry: Media company
DescriptionHarpo Productions is a U.S.-based multimedia production company founded by Oprah Winfrey and is the sole subsidiary of her media and entertainment company, Harpo, Inc. Harpo Productions' subsidiaries consist solely of Harpo Print, LLC. One of its subsidiaries, Harpo Films, was shut down in early 2013. CEO: Oprah Winfrey (1986–) Founder: Oprah Winfrey Founded: 1986 Headquarters: Chicago, IL Parent organization: HARPO Entertainment Group
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Harpo Productions Employees
Chicago Illinois September 1993 - Present
Harpo Productions January 2004 - April 2009
CAT-TV October 2003 - November 2008
TIMEOUT Sports Show October 1996 - June 2002
ISN SportsNet October 1996 - June 1998
Skills
Storytelling, Sports, Entertainment, ENPS, Avid, Broadcast Television, Television, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Producing, Radio, Voice Over, Media Production, Video Editing, Journalism, Videography, Video, Camera, Editing, Broadcast Journalism, Non-linear Editing, Camera Operating, Avid Media Composer, Broadcast
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism, 3.8/4.0
University of Houston
Periscope Post and Audio April 2014 - Present
Freelance June 2006 - April 2014
Encore Hollywood August 2013 - December 2013
Endemol USA August 2012 - January 2013
Harpo Productions September 2011 - March 2012
alt.news 26:46 September 2004 - May 2008
Skills
Non-linear Editing, Motion Graphics, Writing, Directing, Field Producing, Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Pro, Reality, Music Videos, Video Production, Videography, Video Editing, Editing, Short Films, Documentaries, Post Production, DVD Studio Pro, Avid
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2004 — 2008
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Warner Bros. Pictures 2013 - Present
Red Hour Films January 2013 - May 2013
American Film Institute November 2012 - November 2012
Provenance Pictures May 2012 - July 2012
Team World Vision February 2012 - April 2012
Warner Bros. Pictures June 2011 - September 2011
Team World Vision March 2011 - April 2011
Harpo Productions October 2010 - December 2010
EuropaCorp October 2010 - October 2010
Paramount Pictures July 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Producing, Movie Magic Budgeting, Movie Magic Scheduling, Script Coverage, Production Managment, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Final Cut Studio, Film Production, Movie Magic, Short Films, Film, Feature Films, Visual Effects, Final Cut Pro, Entertainment, Pre-production, Post Production
Education
Tribeca Flashpoint College 2008 — 2010
Film/TV, Producing
Wini Flashdance Records & Publishing February 2010 - Present
Central Casting October 2008 - Present
Deep Fried Entertainment, LLC. February 2011 - September 2012
Harpo Productions July 2010 - September 2011
Cheri Sundae Productions December 2010 - June 2011
Atlas Digital May 2010 - February 2011
Self Employed - Social Media Manager August 2007 - December 2010
Hypomania Productions July 2007 - December 2010
Ideaville July 2009 - October 2009
Modavox, Inc. January 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Video Editing, Typing, Data Entry, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Transcription, Audio Engineering, Post Production, Music Production, Acting, Voice Over, Assistant Work, Production Assistance
Education
Miami Dade College 2003 — 2007
Associate of Science (A.S.), Radio and Television Broadcast Programming Technology
Jupiter Community High School 1999 — 2003
High School Diploma, General Studies
Pretty, Funny Women!
Stand-Up Comedy, Joke writing
Fishman Marketing 2003 - Present
Self 1996 - Present
Young & Rubicam 2000 - 2005
Wicklander Printing 1996 - 1999
Harpo Productions August 1994 - September 1995
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Campaigns, Magazines, Creative Strategy, Creative Direction, Direct Mail, Art Direction, Copywriting, Corporate Identity, Typography, Brochures, Catalogs, Interactive Advertising, Layout, Adobe Acrobat, Graphic Design, Pre-press, Direct Marketing, InDesign, SEO, Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Branding & Identity, Corporate Branding, Outdoor Advertising, Concept Development, Brand Architecture, Interactive Marketing, Graphics, Social Media Marketing, Interaction Design, Marketing Communications, Digital Strategy, Email Marketing, QuarkXPress, Content Strategy, Logo Design, Digital Media
Education
Loyola University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Studies
Raftermen Photography August 2013 - Present
BARK-BARK August 2014 - August 2014
Adult Swim [Originals] July 2014 - July 2014
Fox Television May 2014 - July 2014
Harpo Productions June 2014 - June 2014
Raftermen Photography May 2014 - May 2014
BARK-BARK January 2014 - May 2014
BARK-BARK March 2014 - March 2014
BARK-BARK March 2014 - March 2014
Raftermen Photography September 2013 - January 2014
Skills
Lightroom, Photography, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Film, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, Graphic Design, Layout, Premiere, After Effects, Image Editing, Videography, Lighting, Camera, Video, Image Manipulation, Cinematography, Canon DSLR, Blogging, Editing, Digital Photography
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2007 — 2011
BFA, Photography
Gretchen Allnutt, Inc. February 2014 - Present
NexGen Consultants March 2013 - Present
William Blair & Company February 2008 - December 2012
Harpo Productions March 2007 - 2009
Tower Media February 2006 - November 2007
TV, Film and Theatre January 1995 - January 2007
CONNOR April 2001 - February 2006
Merchandising East, Interior Architecture January 1999 - January 2001
MetLife Securities, Inc January 1998 - January 1999
Peoples Investment Services, Inc January 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Graphic Design, Illustrator, Interior Design, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign, Access, Dreamweaver, Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce.com, Salesforce Training, Project Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Dashboard Metrics, Sales Analysis, Data Analysis, Direct Marketing, eCommunications, Theatrical Production, Film Production, Direct Response..., Executive..., Photography, PowerPoint, Video Production, Set Design, Costume Design, Team Building, Philanthropy, Props, AutoCAD, Volunteering, Illustration, Marketing, Pagemaker, Video, Event Planning, Sony Vegas, Film
Education
Towson University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Production & Design
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis
Business and Finance, Psychology
Consultant June 2013 - Present
Bottle Rocket Media December 2014 - Present
Allstate February 2015 - Present
Roundarch Isobar July 2011 - May 2013
Zocalo Group July 2010 - July 2011
Harpo Productions 2001 - July 2010
Skills
Digital Strategy, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing, Graphic Design, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Brand Development, Social Media, Art Direction, Digital Marketing, Web Design, Advertising, User Experience, Illustrator, Social Media Marketing, Interaction Design, InDesign, Marketing Strategy, Information Architecture, Design Strategy, Email Marketing, Creative Development, Photoshop, Writing, Corporate Identity, User Interface Design, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Creative Strategy, Photography, Social Networking, Logo Design, Video, Adobe Creative Suite, Product Development, Typography, Online Advertising, Animation, Illustration, Marketing, WordPress, Interactive Advertising, Digital Media, Branding & Identity, Experience Design, Strategy, Corporate Branding, Interactive Marketing, Motion Graphics, Information Design
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
BFA
Memphis College of Art
Lorrie Morgan November 2014 - Present
Harpo Productions October 2006 - Present
Self Employed January 1990 - Present
Aaron Tippin, Country Artist July 2013 - November 2014
Nathan East CD July 2013 - January 2014
Oklahoma City University 2009 - January 2014
"The Identity Theft of Mitch Mustain" (2013) January 2013 - October 2013
"Carlisle's Secret" (2012) January 2012 - January 2013
"Streets" (2011) January 2011 - January 2012
"Left Right" (2008) January 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Band, Bands, Composition, Conducting, Film, Film Scoring, Keyboards, Leadership, Music, Music Education, Music Industry, Music Production, Recording, Singing, Music Theory, Piano, Songs, Songwriting, Sound, Studio Recording, Television, Sound Design
Education
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
MM, Music Theory and Composition
University of Central Arkansas
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance, General
Harpo Productions August 2014 - Present
Harpo Productions May 2014 - August 2014
Forester Five Countdown September 2013 - May 2014
Lake Forest College August 2010 - May 2014
Lake Forest TV May 2013 - August 2013
Hubbard Broadcasting May 2012 - September 2012
myTalk 107.1 May 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Social Media, Radio, Social Media Marketing, Television, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Media Relations, Digital Media, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Broadcast, Editing, Sales, Account Management, Event Planning, Research
Education
Lake Forest College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Big Table Media March 2015 - Present
Violet Media September 2014 - February 2015
The Michael Group Ltd. October 2014 - December 2014
Big Table Media August 2011 - August 2014
Leopard Films November 2012 - March 2013
20 West Productions July 2011 - August 2011
Harpo Productions June 2010 - July 2011
Harpo Productions April 2011 - May 2011
Varuna Entertainment January 2011 - March 2011
Answers Media October 2010 - February 2011
Skills
Production, Journalism, Media Production, Avid, Field Producing, Final Cut Pro, Post Production, Documentaries, Television, Television Production, Writing, Video Production, Avid Media Composer, Field Production, Reality, Broadcast, TV Production, Video, Storytelling, Producing, HD Video, Non-linear Editing, Broadcast Television
Education
Northwestern University 2005 — 2006
Masters in Journalism, Broadcast Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism and Communication
Mt Lebanon High School 1998 — 2001
General
Waterfront Media Group, Inc. June 1998 - Present
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee September 2013 - December 2013
Harpo Productions January 2009 - December 2011
ABC Radio May 2006 - November 2007
Silent Partners 2003 - 2004
King World Productions / CBS Enterprises 2000 - 2003
Special Artists Agency 2000 - 2000
Sabron, Inc. 1999 - 1999
AEI Music 1998 - 1999
Tribal Communications 1994 - 1998
Skills
Media Production, Consulting, Radio Programming, Television Programming, Film Production, Video Production, Digital Media, Producing, Writing, Broadcast, Post Production, New Media, Broadcast Television, Radio, Final Cut Pro, Documentaries, Video, Storytelling, Video Editing, Videography, Avid, Television, Screenwriting, Camera, HD Video
Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Master of Arts (M.A.), Media Studies (emphasis: Media Literacy Education)
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Bachelor's Degree, Broadcast Journalism
University of California, Los Angeles 2001 — 2005
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (UCLA-Extension), Film, Television, and Digital Entertainment Media
Rufus King High School for the College Bound
High School
Kroger/Fred Meyer June 2015 - Present
One Bird At A Time (web series) June 2015 - Present
Sudden Stars In The Night Zoo (Short Film) January 2015 - February 2015
Steve Harvey TV January 2013 - January 2015
Sinister 2 September 2014 - September 2014
Awaken the Nation March 2011 - December 2013
STAMPED July 2013 - July 2013
Harpo Productions June 2013 - June 2013
Big Swell Media June 2012 - August 2012
Oprah Winfrey Network September 2011 - March 2012
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Television, Video, Video Editing, Cinematography, Documentaries, Broadcast, Film, Premiere, Microsoft Office, Editing, Post Production, Camera, Organizational..., Film Production, ProPresenter, Field Producing, Illustrator, FileMaker, Social Media, Avid Xpress, Photoshop, Mac OS, Producing, Pilotware, Props, Set Decoration, Field Production
Education
Illinois State University 2004 — 2008
B.A., Mass Communication - Television Production
Freelance April 2009 - Present
The Jackson Agency 2014 - 2015
Raw TV, Inc -Chicago January 2009 - December 2009
Harpo Productions October 2006 - November 2009
Harpo Productions May 2008 - December 2008
Oppih Productions February 2008 - May 2008
Zomba Music Publishing March 2006 - March 2006
MTV Networks December 2005 - January 2006
MTV Networks August 2005 - November 2005
Skills
Producing, Directing, CMS, QuickBooks, Transcribing, Video Production, Television, Video, Film Production, Entertainment, Entrepreneurship, New Media, Commercials, Screenwriting, Voice Over, Acting, InDesign, Video Editing, Sound, Film, Documentaries, Media Production, Reality, Blogging, Digital Media, Field Producing, Short Films, Casting, Post Production, Feature Films, Modeling
Education
Howard University 2000 — 2005
BA, Radio/TV/Film minor in Political Science
Chicago House and Social Service Agency December 2013 - August 2014
Harpo Productions November 2012 - December 2013
OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network October 2011 - November 2012
CNN April 2011 - April 2011
CNN February 2011 - February 2011
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia August 2010 - November 2010
CNN September 2010 - September 2010
Harpo Productions / Sony Pictures Television July 2009 - June 2010
The Oprah Winfrey Show August 2007 - July 2009
Barlow Hartman Public Relations January 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Television, Press Releases, Video Production, Film, Event Management, Media Relations, Publicity, Management, Broadcast, Interviews
Education
The University of New Mexico 1996 — 2002
BA, Communication & Journalism
Harpo Productions September 2014 - October 2014
WGPR Hot 107.5 June 2012 - May 2013
The Steve Harvey Show November 2012 - January 2013
The Steve Harvey Show 2012 - 2013
Judge Mathis June 2012 - November 2012
Skills
Editorial, Video Production, Post Production, Final Cut Pro, Television, Entertainment, Avid, Editing, Film Production, New Media, Social Media, Broadcast, Blogging, Film, Video, Facebook, Videography
Education
Joliet Junior College 2014 — 2016
Associate's Degree, Journalism
Illinois Center for Broadcasting-Lombard Campus 2011 — 2012
TV/RADIO
Flux Foundation August 2010 - Present
Dubai Film Production August 2014 - September 2014
Black Rock Arts Foundation July 2014 - July 2014
Harpo Productions May 2013 - May 2014
Part2 Pictures June 2013 - September 2013
The Big Space May 2011 - September 2013
Houseblend Media January 2012 - 2012
Generate/ Alloy Digital 2012 - 2012
Houseblend Media, 2012 - 2012
TEDX Black Rock City August 2011 - September 2011
Skills
New Business Development, Account Management, Marketing, Business Development, CRM, Leadership, Market Research, Sales, Forecasting, Cold Calling, Lead Generation, Start-ups, Budgets, Strategic Partnerships, Event Management, Film Production, Looking At the Big..., Video Production, Festivals, People Skills, Crew Coordination, Live Events, Video, Film, Strategy, Production Managment, Theatre, Documentaries, Performing Arts, Music, Stage, Entertainment, Directing, Production Management
Education
Ramapo College of New Jersey 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's Degree, Theater
Ramsey High School 1990 — 1993
Freelance January 2014 - Present
Lisa Erspamer Entertainment May 2013 - January 2014
Lisa Erspamer Entertainment August 2012 - December 2013
Pfizer December 2007 - July 2012
Spanx August 2006 - November 2006
Harpo Productions January 2000 - July 2004
Skills
Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Marketing, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Social Media Marketing, Training, New Media, Strategic Planning, Broadcast, Digital Media, Social Networking, Event Management, Sales
Education
University of Florida 1994 — 1998
Advertising, Journalism, 3.98
American Girl July 2014 - Present
National Restaurant Association November 2012 - July 2014
Harpo Productions April 2012 - October 2012
Harpo Productions July 2011 - March 2012
The Oprah Winfrey Show August 2000 - July 2011
Skills
Field Producing, Broadcast, Television, Video Production, Media Production, Reality, Video, Producing, Broadcast Television, Post Production, Avid, Storytelling, Multimedia, Public Relations, Editing, Entertainment, Screenwriting
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder 1996 — 2000
BS, Broadcast Journalism
Harpo Productions February 2013 - Present
Towers Productions July 2012 - February 2013
Towers Productions May 2011 - July 2012
channelAustin May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Avid Media Composer, Compressor, DVD Studio Pro, Avid, Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Studio, Post Production, HD, Video Editing, DVD authoring, Editing, Mac, Video, Television
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2006 — 2010
Communication, Radio-Television-Film
West Noble High School 2002 — 2006
Lieberman Productions / GuthyRenker September 2011 - Present
Lieberman Productions / GuthyRenker June 2010 - September 2011
Lieberman Productions September 2007 - June 2010
From the Hip, LLC December 2006 - August 2008
The Media Pros - Marketing consultancy and independent production company 2001 - August 2008
Harpo Productions January 2004 - January 2006
CBS Television Distribution 2005 - 2005
Warner Brothers Television 2003 - 2003
Scripps Networks 2000 - 2003
Harpo Productions 1993 - 2000
Skills
Direct Marketing, Television Production, Creative Direction, Branded Content, Spots, Creative Vision, Theatre, Television, Creative Services, Commercials, Storytelling, Pitches, Brand Development, Guerrilla Marketing, On-air
Education
Northwestern University 1993 — 1997
B.S.
Branson High School
Watchung Booksellers March 2015 - Present
Fitzgerald's 1928 August 2014 - Present
Spike TV May 2014 - May 2014
Rowan Television Network January 2014 - May 2014
Harpo Productions March 2012 - April 2012
Ellen Krauss Productions April 2011 - April 2011
Ellen Krauss Productions April 2010 - April 2010
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Film Production, After Effects, Avid Media Composer, Screenwriting, Post Production, Photoshop, Camera Operating, Storytelling, Storyboarding, First Aid, Cpr Certified, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office
Education
Rowan University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Radio/Television/Film
Richmond, The American International University in London 2013 — 2013
N/A, Film and Script Writing
FilmNation Entertainment LLC October 2012 - Present
The Weinstein Company September 2011 - October 2012
Harpo Productions March 2009 - August 2011
CBS 2 WBBM-TV January 2007 - March 2009
Skills
Avid, Broadcast, Television, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Digital Media, New Media, Storytelling, Radio, Video Editing, Film Production, Journalism, Producing, Film, Media Relations
Education
Syracuse University 2001 — 2005
Broadcast Journalism, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
University of Wollongong 2004 — 2004
Semester Abroad
Freelance Audio Engineer September 2009 - Present
Harpo Productions September 2009 - March 2012
TC Furlong, Inc May 2005 - September 2009
CV Lloyde Music Center July 2003 - April 2005
Skills
Sound, Live Sound, Live Events, Audio Engineering, AV, Sound Design, Pro Tools, Sound Reinforcement, Music, Concerts, Corporate Events, Composition, Audio Processing, Microphones, Audio Editing, Audio Post Production, FOH, Music Production, Production Managment, Professional Audio
Education
Millikin University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Music, Commercial Music
Western Connecticut State University 1998 — 2000
South Burlington High School 1996 — 2000
John Wiley and Sons May 2015 - Present
The Michael Group October 2013 - March 2014
Harpo Productions April 2013 - September 2013
Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy September 2011 - May 2013
Towers Productions August 2012 - 2013
JUMA ENTERTAINMENT April 2012 - July 2012
Towers Production October 2011 - March 2012
RIVR Media January 2011 - September 2011
Found Films August 2010 - March 2011
Kurtis Productions August 2009 - June 2010
Skills
Documentary, Television, Production, Television Production, Reality, Documentaries, Avid Media Composer, Video Production, Producing, Editing, Broadcast, Creative Direction, Film Production, Final Cut Pro, Scripting, Copy Editing, Post Production, Broadcast Television, Video, Storytelling, Acting, Film, HD Video, Directing, Camera, Multimedia, Final Draft, Video Editing, Creative Writing, Journalism, Videography, Short Films, Media Production, Screenwriting, Entertainment, DVD Studio Pro, Final Cut Studio, Avid, New Media, Field Production
Education
New York University
MA, italian literature
University of Michigan
BA, English
University of Southern California
Television Production - Intensive Summer Program
Chicago Ideas Week 2011 - Present
Harpo Productions July 2003 - June 2011
CNN September 2000 - June 2003
Education
Miami University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications
TV One September 2015 - September 2015
VH1 April 2015 - August 2015
BET (BET Networks, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc.) October 2013 - December 2014
NBC August 2012 - October 2014
Harpo Productions January 2012 - April 2012
BET (BET Networks, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc.) August 2009 - January 2012
BET (BET Networks, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc.) April 2007 - August 2009
Black Entertainment Television October 2005 - August 2009
Warner Bros. Studios August 2007 - November 2007
BET (BET Networks, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc.) October 2005 - July 2007
Skills
Producing, Video Production, Editing, Television, Final Cut Pro, Broadcast, Film, Film Production, Camera, Avid Media Composer, Documentaries, Reality, Feature Films, Post Production, Avid, Commercials, Final Draft, Reality TV, Pre-production, Video
Education
Howard University
Bachelor of Arts, Radio, Television, and Film
Harpo Productions September 2007 - April 2015
Shapiro, Bernstein & Co., Inc. January 2004 - May 2007
Skills
New Media, Video Production, Digital Media, Music Licensing, Music, Writing, Creative Writing, Comedy, Sketch Comedy, Music Publishing, Broadcast Television, Television Producing, Record Labels, Field Producing, Media Production, Licensing Negotiations, Broadcast, Television Studio..., Stock Footage, Reality, Video, Music Industry, Camera, Final Cut Pro
Education
Washington University in St. Louis 1995 — 1999
BS/BA, Finance & International Business
New York University 2003 — 2005
MA, Music Business
HSBC August 2012 - Present
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma & Texas March 2010 - April 2011
Harpo Productions August 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Television, Final Cut Pro, Nonprofits, Video Production, Public Speaking, Broadcast
Education
Hampton University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Indelible Pictures, LLC 2006 - Present
HBO March 1996 - September 1999
HBO January 1995 - March 1996
Harpo Productions September 1992 - March 1994
WTTW September 1991 - September 1992
Skills
Screenwriting, Line Producing, Directing, Film Production, Short Films
Education
Coulumbia University 1999 — 2004
Master of Fine Arts, Filmmaking - Screenwriting Concentration
Harvard University 1987 — 1991
Bachelors, English and American Literature and Language
120 Sports January 2015 - September 2015
120 Sports November 2013 - January 2015
State & Madison Productions February 2013 - November 2013
Harpo Productions June 2011 - November 2013
The Oprah Winfrey Show January 2008 - May 2011
The Oprah Winfrey Show March 2005 - December 2007
WJLA-TV October 2004 - March 2005
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart May 2003 - August 2003
Gorilla Repertory Theater May 2002 - August 2002
ABC News May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Production, Video Production, Production Management, Pre-production, Market Research, development, Television, Broadcast, Production Managment, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, Camera, Post Production
Education
Northwestern University 2015 — 2016
Masters of Science, Leadership in the Creative Enterprises
Indiana University Bloomington 2000 — 2004
B.A., Telecommunications
StarLicity PR January 2015 - Present
Vinnie Potestivo Entertainment July 2014 - 2015
XO Group Inc.- Theknot.com November 2014 - November 2014
CESD Talent Agency June 2012 - June 2014
Grossman & Jack Talent June 2008 - June 2012
The Acting Studio Chicago 2008 - 2012
Shirley Hamilton, Inc. January 2007 - August 2008
O'Connor Casting 2006 - 2006
Harpo Productions 2006 - 2006
Weigel Broadcasting 2006 - 2006
Skills
Acting, Entertainment, Television, On-camera, Comedy, Film, Unscripted, Celebrity, Celebrity Management, Print, On-camera Hosting, Television Studio..., Talent Scouting, Talent Booking, Publicity, Public Relations, Reality, Talent Management, Talent Coordinating, Endorsements, Television Development, Public Speaking, Seminars, Customized Workshops, New Media, Film Production, Theatre, Social Media, Video Production, Voice Over, Commercials, Voice Acting, Storytelling, Editing, Improvisation, Producing, Drama, Festivals, Screenwriting, Dialects, Feature Films, Stage, Independent Film, Directing, Sketch Comedy, Final Draft, Improvisational Comedy, Musical Theatre, Plays, Short Films
Education
Michigan State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication/ Public Relations
Harpo Productions July 2013 - Present
Windy City LIVE May 2013 - July 2013
WJOB AM 1230 Hammond August 2011 - June 2013
Windy City Live December 2012 - May 2013
ABC Channel 7 December 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Radio, Final Cut Pro, Journalism, Broadcast, Broadcast Journalism, Avid, Television, Broadcast Television, Video Production, Adobe Audition, Public Relations, Producing, Social Media
Education
Purdue University Calumet 2008 — 2013
Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Communication and Media Studies
Fusion Network September 2014 - Present
ABC News July 2013 - August 2014
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism August 2012 - May 2013
LX.TV/NBC Universal August 2008 - December 2011
Harpo Productions November 2006 - November 2007
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Television, Video Production, Producing, Broadcast, Video Editing, Journalism, Post Production, ENPS, News Writing, Storytelling, Blogging, Broadcast Journalism, Breaking News
Education
Northwestern University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
WBBM-TV CBS 2 Chicago December 2012 - Present
CBS 2 Chicago September 2011 - November 2012
NBC 5 Chicago 1997 - November 2012
HARPO Productions 1991 - 2011
Fox News Chicago 1997 - 2003
Skills
Comedy, Concerts, Sports Coverage, Award, Video Production, Broadcast, Post Production, Television, Producing, Final Cut Pro, Camera, Documentaries, Video, Entertainment, Video Editing, Avid, Broadcast Television, Digital Media, Field Producing, Live Events, Reality, Reality TV, Marathon
Education
Worcester State College 1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Media Communication
Indiana State University 1981 — 1983
Radio/TV/Film Production
The Mako Group, LLC December 2011 - March 2012
Harpo Productions December 2006 - June 2011
The Oprah Winfrey Show August 2004 - December 2006
Central Talent Booking July 2003 - August 2004
E! Networks September 2002 - July 2003
Skills
Talent Development, Television Production, Reality Television..., Video Production, Entertainment, Media Relations, Reality, Content Development, Film, Press Releases, New Media
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Film Studies
Brooklyn College School of Education August 2012 - Present
Mining for Meaning 1995 - Present
Harpo Productions October 2010 - June 2012
Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls October 2009 - October 2010
Academy of Environmental Leadership 2008 - 2009
Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls January 2008 - November 2008
Smuckers Inc. (Edgewater) 2004 - 2006
Verifone (Hewlett Packard) 1999 - 2001
Skills
Software Documentation, Teaching, Editing, Business Analysis, Technical Writing, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Staff Development, Educational Technology, Research, Leadership, Analysis, Coaching, Instructional Design, Literacy, Teacher Training, Curriculum Design, E-Learning, Educational Leadership, Classroom, Adult Education, Differentiated..., Elementary Education, Classroom Management, Tutoring, K-12, Distance Learning, ESL, Nonprofits, Education Reform, Lesson Planning, Workshop Facilitation, Program Development, Leadership Development, Program Evaluation, Higher Education, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Instructional Technology, Educational Consulting, Event Planning, Grant Writing, Secondary Education, Grants, Fundraising, Gifted Education, Community Outreach, Technology Integration, Blogging, Admissions
Education
University of California, Los Angeles
Masters, English, Theater
Self-employed January 2012 - Present
World of Wonder February 2014 - October 2014
Shine America July 2012 - December 2012
Harpo Productions September 2011 - March 2012
World of Wonder June 2011 - August 2011
NBC March 2010 - August 2010
Intuitive Entertainment October 2007 - October 2008
Bittersweet Productions 2006 - 2008
FremantleMedia June 2007 - September 2007
Magical Elves Inc. 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Reality, Documentaries, Field Producing, Avid, Producing, Video Production, Entertainment, Music, Avid Media Composer, Television, Film, Final Cut Pro, Post Production, Reality TV, Video, Comedy, Field Production, Broadcast
Education
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science, Hospitality & Restaurant Management
Rowan Television Network May 2013 - May 2014
Fluent Grp November 2013 - November 2013
Rowan University Publications September 2012 - November 2013
Egami Consulting Group May 2013 - July 2013
Rowan Television Network November 2011 - May 2013
New Media Force June 2012 - October 2012
Harpo Productions March 2012 - April 2012
Lincoln Park Public Library July 2008 - February 2010
Skills
Social Media, Advertising, Facebook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, WordPress, Television, Social Media Marketing, Video Production, Research, Blogging, New Media, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Event Management, Microsoft Office
Education
Rowan University 2010 — 2014
BS, Advertising, Communication Studies, New Media, Junior
Boonton High School
Boonton High School
Novant Health, Prince William Health Center August 2014 - Present
Novant Health, Prince William Medical Center January 2007 - Present
Harpo Productions 2000 - 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Medical Terminology, Medical Imaging, Microsoft Office, Secretarial Skills, Online Moderation, Cpr Certified, Hospitals, Epic Systems, Patient Safety, EMR, Medical Billing, Medical Records, Healthcare Management
Education
Pikes Peak Community College 1978 — 1980
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
University of Delaware January 2013 - Present
The Pew Charitable Trusts June 2002 - December 2011
Westhill Partners August 1999 - May 2002
Harpo Productions September 1994 - July 1999
MTV Networks January 1992 - August 1994
U.S. House of Representatives January 1985 - 1992
1988 Presidential Campaign 1987 - 1988
Congressman Stanley Lundine, Washington, D.C. 1984 - 1985
The Mondale and Ferraro Campaign 1983 - 1984
John Glenn for President Campaign 1983 - 1983
Skills
Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Fundraising, Research, Publicity, Public Relations, Budgets, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Community Outreach
Education
Tennessee State University 1972 — 1977
BA, English Literature
NASPA - Latino/a Knowledge Community 2013 - 2015
NASPA - Latino/a Knowledge Community 2013 - 2015
Northwestern University November 2012 - October 2013
Leo Burnett Arc May 2012 - November 2012
Harpo Productions August 2010 - March 2012
Harpo Productions August 2010 - September 2011
University of Colorado at Boulder February 2010 - June 2010
University of Colorado at Boulder August 2009 - March 2010
University of Colorado at Boulder August 2008 - July 2009
University of Colorado at Boulder August 2008 - May 2009
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts (M.A.)
University of Central Florida 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
www.deirdrepursel.com May 2013 - Present
Giftbar October 2011 - Present
Organize & Edit January 2011 - May 2013
Harpo Productions May 2011 - 2011
Berwyn South District 100 September 2000 - June 2004
Chicago Public Schools September 1996 - June 2000
Skills
Fashion, Styling, Television, Teaching, Organizational..., Public Speaking, Consulting, Trend, Apparel, Wardrobe, Retail, Personal Shopping, Trend Analysis, Luxury Goods, Fashion Shows, Creative Direction, Textiles
Education
National-Louis University 1998 — 2000
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Curriculum and Instruction
SUNY Cortland 1991 — 1995
B.S. Elementary Education, Elementary Education and Teaching
Harpo 2011 - Present
OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK 2011 - Present
The Oprah Winfrey Show July 1993 - October 2012
Harpo Productions 2000 - 2008
KRON-TV 1992 - 1993
Skills
Television, Video Production, Broadcast, Reality, Post Production, Field Producing, Storytelling, Film Production, Video, Entertainment, Screenwriting, Film, Final Cut Pro, Documentaries, Producing
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1988 — 1991
BA, English Literature
westmoor high
TuneCore 2014 - Present
Everyday Health 2013 - 2014
Start Up Venture 2011 - 2013
LexisNexis 2011 - 2011
News Corp 2008 - 2010
Harpo Productions 2006 - 2008
Hyatt Corporation 2004 - 2006
Orbitz Corporate & Leisure Travels (I) Pvt Ltd 2002 - 2004
SBC/AT&T 1994 - 2001
Skills
Product Management, Business Strategy, User Experience, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Web Project Management, Agile Project Management, Global Management, Strategic Partnerships, Web Design, Web Analytics, SEO, E-commerce, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Online Publishing, Business Analysis, Business Management, International Business, Launch Of New Products, New Product Ideation, Project Finance, Budget Management, Product Development, New Business Development, Software Development..., Negotiating Contracts, Electronic Newsletters, Social Media, Growing Revenue, Problem Solving, Promotions, Online Communities, Online Branding, Blogging, Online User Experience, Digital Media, Customer Service, Customer Engagement, Customer Loyalty, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Focus, Customer Insight, Web 2.0, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Leading Cross..., Mentoring, Product Innovation
Education
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
MBA
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business
BS
Me Ra Koh Media, Inc 2003 - Present
The Walt Disney Company July 2012 - Present
Sony Electronics 2009 - Present
Random House 2009 - Present
The Nielsen Company 2011 - Present
The Nate Berkus Show 2010 - 2012
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia 2011 - 2011
Harpo Productions 2011 - 2011
The Oprah Winfrey Show 2009 - 2011
Skills
Public Speaking, Published Author, Blogging, Photography, TV Photo Expert and Host, Publishing, Editorial, Social Networking, Social Media, Storytelling, Press Releases, Interviews, Facebook, Journalism, Books, Copy Editing, Photos, Television, Video Production, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Editing, Digital Media
Education
Seattle University 1997 — 1999
Masters Degree, Teaching
Seattle Pacific University 1991 — 1995
BA, English
Captured Time Productions, LLC June 2007 - August 2008
Harpo Productions July 2007 - July 2007
Paramount Pictures June 2007 - July 2007
Education
Maine Media Workshops 2008 — 2008
Script Supervising & Continuity
University of Connecticut 2004 — 2008
Yale University 2006 — 2006
Film
Yale University 2005 — 2005
Film
Harpo Productions 2002 - Present
DDB January 2009 - August 2011
NBC News June 2003 - August 2011
The Oprah Winfrey Show 2002 - July 2011
Harpo 2002 - July 2011
Bellevue Entertainment 2007 - 2010
Towers Productions 2003 - 2010
HD Ready LLC 2002 - 2003
Post Effects September 1992 - January 2002
Post Effects 1992 - 2002
Skills
Editing, Television, Post Production, Music Videos, Final Cut Pro, Dvd, Corporate Communications, Video, Video Production, Music, Non-linear Editing, Avid, Commercials, Producing, HD Video, Documentaries, Editorial, Digital Media, After Effects, Entertainment, Camera, Web Video, Video Editing, Broadcast Television, Motion Graphics, Broadcast, Broadcast Journalism, Camera Operating, Journalism, DVD Studio Pro, Social Media Marketing, Film Production, Animation, Sales, Premiere, New Media, Avid Media Composer, Short Films, Sound, Color Correction, Film Editing, Videography, Storytelling, Leadership, Recording, Media Production, Creative Writing, New Business Development, Final Cut Studio, Reality
Education
Saint Xavier University 1975 — 1980
BA, Mass Communication/Bus. Admin.
Sirius XM Radio Inc. March 2014 - Present
Starstruck Entertainment May 2012 - Present
Harpo Studios July 2011 - May 2012
Harpo Studios October 2009 - July 2011
Harpo Productions June 2009 - September 2009
MTV Networks May 2008 - August 2008
Fox News Channel May 2008 - August 2008
ABC-TV WLS May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Management, Entertainment, Video Production, Television, Social Media, Broadcast, Interviews
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2005 — 2009
Bachelor, Broadcast Journalism
Benet Academy 2001 — 2005
Harpo Productions January 2013 - Present
Harpo Productions June 2011 - December 2013
Harpo Productions August 2007 - June 2011
Harpo Productions February 2004 - July 2007
Multivision Media, Inc. June 2005 - October 2005
Bunim Murray Productions May 2003 - February 2004
WREX-TV May 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Television, Video Production, Reality, Broadcast, Producing, Field Producing, Broadcast Television, Field Production, Reality TV, Entertainment, Video Editing, Media Production, Final Cut Pro, Production Management, Film Production, Production Budgeting, Team Management, Post Production, Documentaries
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Radio and Television
Abby Durlester, Esq. November 2013 - Present
Kahn Gerber Professional Corporation February 2013 - October 2013
Harpo Productions September 2011 - February 2012
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies May 2011 - August 2011
Life Law Office May 2010 - January 2011
Gallop Johnson & Neuman May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Social Media, Contract Negotiation, Trademark and Copyright, Litigation Support, Licensing, Drafting Agreements, Entertainment Law, Legal Writing, In-house, Sports Law, Employment Law, Employment Contracts, Contests, Vetting, Contract Law, Legal Research, Drafting Correspondence, Westlaw
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2009 — 2012
JD
Washington University in St. Louis 2006 — 2009
B.A. with honors, Major in English Literature, Minor in American Culture Studies, Praxis Entrepreneurship Certificate
Waldron Properties September 2011 - Present
Harpo Productions December 1997 - September 2011
Skills
Customer Service
Education
Loyola University Chicago 2010 — 2011
2 year certificate., Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Dunbar Vocational High School 1974 — 1978
High School, Painting & Decorating
Harpo Productions January 2014 - April 2015
Harpo Studios May 2007 - May 2014
Harpo April 2007 - November 2010
CBS News 2004 - 2007
The Early Show, CBS News 2004 - 2006
Skills
Television
Education
Hofstra University 2000 — 2004
BA, Television Production
Harpo Productions July 2008 - Present
Harpo Productions August 2013 - Present
Harpo Productions November 2012 - August 2013
Harpo Productions May 2012 - October 2012
Harpo Productions July 2011 - April 2012
The Oprah Winfrey Show January 2010 - July 2011
The Oprah Winfrey Show August 2008 - January 2010
Harpo Productions February 2006 - July 2008
Childrens Home + Aid September 2005 - February 2006
Skills
Television, Video Production, Broadcast, Reality, Video, Producing, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Avid, Event Planning, Research, Media Production, Project Management, Reality TV, Programming, Video Editing, Post Production, Editing, Entertainment, Digital Media, Talent Booking, Entertainment Booking, Social Media Relations, Social Media
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago
BA, Visual and Critical Studies
University of Mississippi
Al Jazeera Media Network July 2015 - Present
Tremendous! Entertainment May 2015 - September 2015
New Chapter Entertainment August 2013 - February 2015
Harpo Productions July 2011 - August 2012
The Oprah Winfrey Show April 2007 - July 2011
Towers Productions December 2006 - April 2007
Towers Productions March 2003 - December 2006
Towers Productions February 2001 - March 2003
WGBH June 2000 - February 2001
WTTW/Chicago PBS June 2000 - February 2001
Skills
Documentaries, Storytelling, Video Production, Television, Film, Final Cut Pro
Education
Stephens College 1992 — 1996
Bachelor’s Degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies: Broadcast Journalism (BS) / Spanish Language (BA)
Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México
Spanish Language and Literature
Harpo Productions October 2013 - Present
Style Network February 2013 - September 2013
Zodiak USA July 2012 - February 2013
Studio Lambert USA, Inc. January 2012 - June 2012
Zodiak USA May 2011 - December 2011
Gurney Productions January 2011 - April 2011
BBC August 2010 - December 2010
TLC August 2007 - July 2010
10 x 10 Entertainment January 2007 - July 2007
FremantleMedia October 2005 - December 2006
Education
University College London, U. of London
German Language and Literature Degree
Big Ten Network August 2015 - Present
Blue Door Design April 2015 - Present
Harpo Productions August 2011 - April 2015
Harpo Productions August 2009 - August 2011
The Colonie September 2008 - August 2009
Avenue Edit Inc 2006 - 2008
SWELL PICTURES LIMITED 2003 - 2007
Filmworkers Club March 2006 - June 2006
Skills
Avid Media Composer, Post Production, Avid, Video Production, Television, HD Video, Broadcast, Producing, Non-linear Editing, Reality, Video Editing, Editing, Film Production, Video, Commercials, Film, Storytelling, Documentaries, Media Production, Digital Media
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), TV / Radio
Oak Park and River Forest High School 1993 — 1997
High School
Harpo Productions August 2011 - Present
Blum Animal Hospital April 2004 - August 2011
Patterson Dog and Cat Hospital 1998 - 2004
Skills
Video Production, Music, Broadcast, Post Production, Documentaries, Writing, Community Radio, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Management, Scheduling Management, Production Management, Accounting, Art History, Linguistics, Music Journalism, Indie Rock, Rock Music, Alternative Rock, Human Resources, APA, Research, Animal Welfare, Blogging
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 2008 — 2015
Master of Arts (MA), Linguistics
Walsh College 2001 — 2003
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Candidate, Business Administration and Management, General
Wayne State University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Harpo Productions, Inc. July 2011 - April 2015
Harpo Productions, Inc 2005 - July 2011
Harpo Productions January 2001 - 2005
Turner Entertainment February 1996 - December 2000
Skills
Licensing, Video Production, Litigation, Legal Writing, Online Marketing, Broadcast Television, Legal Research, Television, Entertainment, Advertising, Broadcast, Public Relations, Editing, Copyright Law, Intellectual Property, Brand Management, Post Production, Contract Negotiation, Music, Video, Commercial Litigation, Digital Media, TV Production, Media Production, Entertainment Law, Film, New Media, Management, Sponsorship, Marketing
Education
University of Cincinnati College of Law 1992 — 1995
JD
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1988 — 1992
BA, Economics, International Studies
IATSE Local 600 October 2014 - Present
Freelance September 2011 - Present
Arri Csc October 2013 - October 2014
@radical.media July 2011 - 2013
Harpo Productions May 2012 - 2012
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Music Videos, Cinematography, Video Editing, Photography, Post Production, Film Production
Education
School of Visual Arts 2009 — 2013
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
SUNY Purchase 2008 — 2009
National World War II Museum Stage Door Canteen November 2014 - January 2015
Sue Duncan Documentary 2011 - August 2013
Harpo Productions December 2012 - July 2013
Startup Leadership Program September 2012 - May 2013
Towers Productions September 2011 - June 2012
Immaculee Ilibagiza 2009 - 2010
WLAE New Orleans January 2009 - May 2009
Universal Pictures October 2006 - May 2008
University of Georgia Visitors Center March 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Social Media, Editing, Video, Television, Public Speaking, Video Production, Start-ups, Entrepreneurship, Storytelling, Film, Broadcast, Documentaries, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Journalism, Blogging, Avid, Photoshop, News Writing, Screenwriting, Public Relations, Videography, New Media, AP Style, Digital Media, Copy Editing, Broadcast Journalism
Education
Northwestern University 2010 — 2011
Masters, Medill School of Journalism
The University of Georgia 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, BA Public Relations; BA International Affairs
University of Georgia Study Abroad 2005 — 2007
International Affairs, Spanish, Peace Studies
SSA
Imagine Crafts / Tsukineko April 2015 - Present
Connors & Co. Events, Inc. December 2014 - Present
Seattle Interactive Conference, LLC August 2014 - Present
Add3.com August 2014 - January 2015
McNabb, LLC March 2014 - August 2014
Pearson Learning Solutions December 2013 - March 2014
KLUTCHclub December 2012 - May 2013
Loyola University Chicago August 2011 - May 2013
Harpo Productions July 2012 - December 2012
Connors and Company Events, Inc. 2006 - 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Adobe InDesign, Pre & Post Production..., YouTube, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Hootsuite, Press Release..., Fundraising, Event Management, Nonprofits, Editing, Consumer Behaviour, Content Strategy, Marketing, Content Management, InDesign, Social Media, HootSuite
Education
Loyola University Chicago 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Advertising & Public Relations
University of Washington
Social Media Analytics & Reporting
Harpo Productions September 2013 - Present
FlashRock Films 2006 - Present
Obama for America January 2012 - November 2012
Towers Productions 2000 - 2009
Pie Town Productions December 2006 - August 2007
WFLD-TV, Chicago 1998 - 2000
Skills
Television, Field Producing, Final Cut Pro, Digital Media, Video Production, Editing, Blogging, Broadcast, Avid, Documentaries, Reality, Field Production
Education
Illinois State University
Illinois State University
Epsilon April 2015 - Present
Harpo Productions October 2005 - March 2015
Figel Public Relations, LLC October 2004 - October 2005
MTV Networks 2003 - 2004
Newswaves 26, Malibu 2001 - 2004
Skills
Video Production, Production Managment, Television, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Public Relations, On-Air Promos, On-air Reporting, Project Management, Field Producing, Publicity, Video, Final Cut Pro, Creative Direction, Broadcast, Producing, Reality, Avid, Social Media, Digital Media, Editing, Entertainment, Production Management, Reality TV, Social Media Marketing
Education
The Second City Training Center 2012 — 2013
Comedy Writing Program Graduate
Pepperdine University 2000 — 2004
B.A. Broadcast Journalism, outside concentration Political Science, Broadcast Journalism
Homewood-Flossmoor High School 1996 — 2000
The Walt Disney Company July 2011 - Present
Harpo Productions October 2003 - July 2011
Oprah's Angel Network September 2002 - September 2003
The Oprah Winfrey Show May 1997 - June 2002
Skills
Business Development, Broadcast Television, Crisis Management, Board Governance, Philanthropy, Corporate Social..., Broadcast, Nonprofits, Grants, Management, Event Management, Program Management, Video Production, Fundraising, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Public Relations, Program Development, Strategic Partnerships, Budgets, Editing, Non-profits
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2009 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Washington 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Brentwood College School 1989 — 1991
St. George's 1986 — 1988
Freelance April 2012 - Present
Juniper Boutique 2013 - Present
Harpo Productions July 2011 - June 2012
Harpo Productions June 2009 - June 2011
Harpo Productions January 2004 - June 2009
Skills
Reality, Field Producing, Broadcast, Television, Avid, Avid Media Composer, Broadcast Television, Camera, Creative Direction, Documentaries, Entertainment, Field Production, Final Cut Pro, Media Production, New Media, Post Production, Producing, Video, Video Production, Reality TV
Education
Miami University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Freelance May 2013 - Present
CBS Television Distribution June 2012 - May 2013
Harpo Productions February 2012 - May 2012
Harpo Productions June 2011 - February 2012
Harpo Productions 2009 - 2011
Harpo Productions 2004 - 2009
Arlene Wilson Management (Acquired by Ford Models) 2002 - 2004
Wehmann Models/Talent, Inc 1998 - 2002
Skills
Storytelling, Highly detail oriented, Writing, Message Crafting, Creativity, Collaboration, Team-spirited, Post Production, Video Production, Field Producing, Producing, Television, Broadcast Television, New Media, Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Pro, Video, Broadcast, Editing, Television Producing, Production Managment, Screenwriting, Broadcast Journalism, Video Editing, Reality, Commercials, Digital Media, Media Production, Avid, Film, Directing, Film Production, Camera, Documentaries, Publicity, Videography, Entertainment, Content Strategy, Casting, Pre-production, Camera Operating, HD Video, Journalism, Scripting, Live Events, Web Video, Final Draft, Field Production, Reality TV
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
University of Innsbruck
Study Abroad, Screenwriting and Fine Arts
Harpo Productions September 2001 - June 2011
Strobl & Sharp PC September 2000 - September 2001
Hertz Schram, PC October 1999 - September 2000
Skills
Training, Event Planning, Management, Administrative..., Social Media, Television, Budgets, Research, Public Relations
Education
Loyola University of Chicago - Graduate School of Business 2008 — 2009
Executive Education Management Certificate
North Park University 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of General Studies, Organizational Management
Oakland Community College 2000 — 2001
Legal Assistant Program Studies
Michigan State University 1996 — 1999
General Studies, Chemistry, Music
Michigan State University
Liberal Arts Studies
Northville High School
Self Employed 1971 - Present
Harpo Productions October 2007 - January 2015
XM Satellite Radio June 2001 - October 2007
WVAZ Radio Chicago December 1988 - May 2001
WLLR-WMRZ Quad Cities October 1984 - December 1988
St. Ambrose University 1977 - 1984
Schmidt Fiberglass Restoration & Repair 1976 - 1977
Skills
voiceover for radio,..., copywriting and..., basic audio field..., protools equipped for..., Sound, Voice Over, Radio, Copywriting, Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, New Media, Video Editing, Media Production, Radio Producing, Audio Editing, Video Production, Television, Broadcast, Video, Radio Broadcasting, Radio Programming
Education
Northern Illinois University 1982 — 1983
Journalism & Public Relations
University Of Iowa 1979 — 1981
Mass Communications
St. Ambrose University 1968 — 1975
BA, Mass Comm
NBCUniversal, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Veria Living January 2014 - September 2014
Prospect Park Productions June 2013 - September 2013
Telepictures February 2012 - April 2013
Telepictures July 2011 - February 2012
Harpo Productions June 2010 - June 2011
Harpo Productions September 2009 - June 2010
WLUK Fox 11 July 2009 - September 2009
St. Olaf College August 2008 - June 2009
Harpo Productions January 2009 - February 2009
Skills
Television, Video Editing, Video Production, Social Media, Editing, Research, Public Speaking, Broadcast, Video, Entertainment, Microsoft Office, New Media
Education
St. Olaf College 2005 — 2009
B.A., Philosophy, Media Studies
Edelman September 2012 - Present
Edelman May 2011 - September 2012
Edelman November 2009 - May 2011
Edelman Public Relations 2008 - November 2009
Edelman September 2000 - July 2008
Waggener Edstrom Worldwide 1998 - 2000
Leo Burnett April 1996 - April 1998
HARPO Productions September 1990 - April 1996
Skills
Strategic Communications, Strategy, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Management, Crisis Management, Public Relations, Program Management, Marketing Communications, CRM, Marketing, Reputation Management, Social Media, Internal Communications, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Publicity, Communication Training
Education
Michigan State University 1986 — 1990
BA, Communications
National Geographic March 2015 - Present
ITV Studios February 2015 - March 2015
National Geographic Channel April 2014 - December 2014
Atlas Media Corp January 2014 - March 2014
National Geographic May 2013 - January 2014
National Geographic July 2013 - November 2013
Big Ten Network November 2012 - July 2013
Big Ten Network March 2013 - May 2013
Harpo Productions October 2012 - April 2013
Kauzu Incorporated August 2012 - April 2013
Skills
Film Production, Motion Graphics, Post Production, Video Editing, Photoshop, Cinematography, Cinema 4D, After Effects, Avid Media Composer, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, Producing, Production Assistance, Documentaries, Adobe Premiere, Premiere, RED workflow, Animation, Digital Media, DVD Studio Pro, Sound, Editing, Final Cut Studio, Video, Avid, Videography, Video Production, Non-linear Editing, Camera, HD Video, Camera Operating, Film Editing, Television, Film, Broadcast, Visual Effects, Media Production, Short Films, Screenwriting, Social Media, Digital Video, Canon DSLR
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2008 — 2011
BS, Psychology/ Film
Harpo Productions October 2014 - Present
Harpo Productions October 2013 - October 2014
Harpo Productions November 2011 - October 2013
National Lien & Bond Claim Systems October 2010 - November 2011
Patch.com January 2011 - April 2011
RAI CORPORATION October 2008 - October 2010
Associated Press July 2007 - October 2007
Eurolingue Centro Linguistico 2005 - 2007
HOMTV 21 May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Editing, Media Relations, Journalism, Video Production, Digital Photography, Videography, Photo Editor, Video Editing, Broadcast, Feature Articles, Video, Breaking News, New Media, Social Media, Writing, Final Cut Pro
Education
Michigan State University 2001 — 2005
B.A., Journalism
Harpo Productions July 2007 - Present
Menards February 2004 - February 2007
Skills
Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Organizational..., Performance Management, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Recruiting, Onboarding, Personnel Management, Talent Management, Deferred Compensation, Employee Training, Employee Engagement, College Recruiting, Management
Education
Mujeres de HACE 2011 — 2011
Indiana University-Northwest 1997 — 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Human Resources Development
Bishop Noll Institute 1993 — 1997
Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County (EDA) September 2015 - Present
Wellinspire: Yoga Studio + Wellness Center February 2015 - September 2015
Harpo Productions March 2014 - June 2014
Bonnier Corporation September 2013 - April 2014
Bonnier Corporation August 2012 - September 2013
Hearst Magazines August 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Digital Media, Blogging, Creative Writing, Magazines, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing, InDesign, Executive..., Photoshop, Digital Photography, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, MailChimp, WordPress, Business Writing, Salesforce.com, CRM, Gmail, Google+, Visual Merchandising, Retail Marketing, Human Resources, Operations Management
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Marketing and Management, 4.0
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay 2007 — 2008
Bachelor of Science degree, Business Administration
ABC Television July 2000 - Present
ABC Television June 1999 - July 2000
Harpo Productions August 1998 - May 1999
ABC Television January 1990 - June 1998
ABC Television September 1984 - December 1989
Skills
Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Research, Microsoft Word, Broadcast, New Media, Breaking News, Video, Video Production, Television
Education
Temple University
Communication and Media Studies
Villanova University
Bachelor’s Degree, English Language and Literature/Letters
Integrated Merchandising Systems, LLC May 2014 - Present
A.T. Kearney October 2012 - May 2014
Lisa Jacobson Communications November 2011 - November 2012
Tribune Broadcasting Company August 2010 - October 2011
Harpo Productions March 2010 - August 2010
Crain's Chicago Business October 2009 - March 2010
Medill News Svc January 2009 - August 2009
Project Frog May 2006 - August 2006
ABC News May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Marketing, New Business Development, Copy Editing, Web Content, Writing, New Media, Social Media, Journalism, Broadcast, Video, Media Relations, Digital Media, Storytelling, Copywriting, Email Marketing, WordPress, Multimedia, SEO, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, News Writing, Digital Marketing, Web Content Management, Content Development, Teamsite, ENPS, Audacity, Photoshop, Excel, Avid, Video Editing, Adobe Audition, Production, Media Production, Television Production, Brand Awareness, Broadcast Television, Producing, Online Journalism, Online Marketing, Creative Writing, Project Management
Education
Northwestern University
MSJ, Journalism
University of Colorado Boulder
BSJ, Broadcast News, Political Science
Harpo Studios September 2011 - Present
Manning Digital 1997 - September 2011
Pie Town Productions 2010 - 2010
Harpo Productions 1995 - 1997
E! Entertainment Television 1995 - 1995
Skills
Video, Video Production, Television, Film, Producing, Media Production, Post Production, Broadcast, Project Management, Digital Media, Documentaries, Final Cut Pro, Film Production, Digital Strategy, Social Media, Avid, Social Media Marketing, HD Video, Marketing Communications, Content Development, Content Strategy, Team Management, Editing, Video Editing, Entertainment, Storytelling
Education
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science, School of Speech
Oprah Winfrey Network September 2011 - Present
Oprah Winfrey Network July 2010 - September 2011
Harpo Productions May 2010 - June 2010
Harpo Productions September 2006 - May 2009
CBS: cbs2chicago.com January 2005 - September 2006
Star Newspapers/Sun Times News Group 2004 - 2004
Skills
Editing, Writing, Broadcast, Newsletters, Production, Search Engine..., Team Building, Web Analytics, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Newsletter Production, E-newsletter, Video Production, web, Web Content, Web Content Management, Web Content Creation, Web Project Management, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Video, Content Strategy, Television, Storytelling, New Media, Entertainment
Education
Northwestern University 2003 — 2004
MSJ, Magazine Publishing, New Media, Reporting, 3.8 GPA
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
BA, Double Major in English and Rhetoric, Minor in Information Technology Studies, 3.8 GPA
Harpo Productions September 2009 - Present
Foundation Content/Post February 2008 - September 2009
Swell / S2 2004 - 2006
Red Car 1997 - 2004
Skills
Avid Media Composer, Avid Studio Ipad Edition, Final Cut Studio, Final Cut X, Photoshop, LiveType, Digital Compositing, Video Encoding, Green Screen, Adobe After Effects..., Apple Motion Basic..., IMovie Ipad Edition, Apple Aperture, Smoke, Compressor, DVD Studio Pro, Soundtrack, Working With Actors, Film Editing, Video Editing, Photo Editing, Avid, Broadcast, Editing, HD Video, Image Editing, Post Production, Video Coding, Video
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1990 — 1994
bachelor, Journalism
Oprah Winfrey Network February 2013 - Present
Miles September 2011 - February 2013
Harpo Productions January 2010 - June 2011
National PTA October 2009 - April 2010
Sittercity.com March 2007 - August 2009
StyleChicago.com October 2006 - March 2007
ALIVE Magazine September 2005 - March 2007
Skills
Writing, Editing, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Editorial Calendars, Project Management, Content Strategy, Travel Writing, Food Writing, Speech Writing, Web Content, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Brochures, Press Releases, Blogging, Online Research, HTML, InDesign, CMS, SEO, Google Analytics, Omniture, Dreamweaver, SEO copywriting, Content Development, Copywriting
Education
Saint Louis University 2001 — 2005
BA, Political Science, English, Creative & Professional Writing
Nickelodeon Games June 2009 - Present
Atari Interactive January 2008 - March 2009
NickJr. Boost June 2006 - January 2008
Nickelodeon Online July 2001 - January 2008
Disney Interactive 1999 - 2001
Harpo Productions August 1995 - August 1999
Skills
Game Development, Production Managment, Game Design, Mobile Games, Monetization, Analytics, Creative Writing, MMO, Video Games, Animation, Social Games, User Experience, Content Strategy, New Media, Xbox 360, Online Gaming, Digital Media, Console, MMORPG, Maya, iPhone, PS3, Flash, Scripting, Casual Games
Education
Sarah Lawrence College 1993 — 1995
MFA, Writing
University of Iowa 1987 — 1991
BA, Communications, Writing
OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network and Harpo Studios, Inc March 2013 - Present
Harpo Productions July 2011 - February 2013
The Oprah Winfrey Show July 2010 - July 2011
Harpo Productions July 2004 - July 2010
Harpo Productions 2003 - 2004
CBS News, 60 Minutes 2001 - 2003
CBS Evening News with Dan Rather 1999 - 2001
CBS News 48 Hours 1998 - 1999
Skills
Creative Writing, Creative Direction, Field Producing, Television, Digital Media, Video Production, Post Production, Production Managment, Pre-production, Copywriting, Public Relations, Managing Media Relations, Production Management, Production, Television Production, Writing, Broadcast, Camera, Broadcast Television, Entertainment, Documentaries, Field Production, Film, Film Production, Non-linear Editing, Reality, Producing, Short Films, TV Production, Storytelling, Video
Education
Hollins University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communicatons
SIFR (Hopskoch.com) 2011 - Present
Legacy Connect 2010 - Present
Kanazawa Institute of Technology 2010 - Present
Harpo Productions 2007 - Present
Slingo Inc. 2007 - Present
PCI Media Impact 2005 - Present
International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Foundation 2003 - Present
The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences 2002 - Present
Family Entertainment Group LLC 2007 - 2009
NBC 2003 - 2008
Education
Stanford University 1966 — 1969
Master of Arts (M.A.), Film, Television, and Communications Reseach
University of Michigan 1962 — 1966
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature
Self 2009 - Present
Discovery Channel 2005 - 2008
CNN 2005 - 2006
B&B Productions 2004 - 2004
ABC News 2003 - 2003
Oxygen Media 1999 - 2002
Harpo Productions 1998 - 1999
ABC News / Good Morning America 1984 - 1998
Skills
Video Production, Television, Video, Documentaries, Broadcast Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, Broadcast, Producing, Post Production
Education
Stanford University
Bachelor’s Degree, English Language and Literature/Letters
Self-employed 1993 - Present
Batwin and Robin productions 2010 - April 2015
Spark Productions 2010 - 2011
Troika Design Group 2003 - September 2010
Veneno Inc 2006 - October 2009
Harpo Productions 1995 - 2001
Skills
Motion Graphics, After Effects, Animation, Visual Effects, Motion Design, Photoshop, Cinema 4D, Commercials, Film, Art Direction, Illustrator, Compositing, Post Production, Video, Video Editing, Computer Animation, Live Action, Projection Design, Projection Mapping, Creative Direction, Broadcast Design, 3D, Photography, Final Cut Pro, Flash, Lighting, Graphics, Graphic Design, 3D animation
Education
Northwestern University 1989 — 1993
BS, School of Speech
Mayo Clinic October 2005 - Present
Harpo Productions November 2004 - October 2005
Maskar Design September 2000 - October 2004
Science Museum of Minnesota 1998 - 2000
Skills
Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Interaction Design, Art Direction, Typography, Logo Design, Corporate Identity, InDesign, Web Design, Visual Communication, Layout, Illustrator, Creative Direction, User Interface Design, User Experience, User-centered Design, Experience Design, Brochures
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
BA, Graphic Design
Harpo Productions February 2013 - Present
Oprah's Next Chapter June 2011 - February 2013
The Oprah Winfrey Show January 2008 - May 2011
Harpo Productions 2003 - 2008
Towers Productions January 2001 - July 2003
Tribune Company July 1995 - December 2000
WXYZ-TV December 1994 - June 1995
Skills
Post Production, Editing, Film, Final Cut Pro
Education
Michigan State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor's Degree, Telecommunications / Communications
Harpo Productions January 2012 - Present
CBS News March 2007 - November 2011
CBS Television Distribution May 2007 - March 2008
World company 2004 - 2007
Lawrence Journal world 2004 - 2007
Free State Studios 2004 - 2007
6 News 2004 - 2007
Skills
Broadcast Journalism, Stories, AP Style, Breaking News, Journalism
Education
Northwestern University 2002 — 2003
Graduate, Broadcast Journalism
Indiana University Bloomington 1997 — 2001
Undergraduate, Political Science and Business
Harpo Studios March 2014 - Present
Harpo Studios May 2012 - March 2014
Harpo Productions July 2010 - May 2012
Harpo Productions June 2008 - July 2010
Northwestern University January 2007 - March 2008
Clear Channel Radio September 2007 - December 2007
The Firm June 2007 - August 2007
Trailblazer Studios June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Broadcast Television, Television, Content Strategy, Market Research, Television Producing, Project Management, Social Media, Qualitative Research, Research, Booking Shows, Entertainment, Media Production, TV Production, Broadcast, Digital Media, New Media, Live Event Producer, Film Production, Music Industry, Cable Television, Film, Video Production, Post Production, Video
Education
Northwestern University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Radio/Television/Film
The University of Edinburgh 2006 — 2006
NBC March 2012 - June 2012
The Walt Disney Company June 2008 - August 2008
Laguna Playhouse February 2008 - April 2008
Boppie Boodah, Inc. 2004 - 2008
Lifetime Television 2007 - 2007
Participant Media 2005 - 2007
CBS 2004 - 2006
Harpo Productions 2003 - 2004
ABC Studios 2003 - 2003
Warner Bros. 2002 - 2003
Education
Skidmore College
Drama
Southern Methodist University
BFA, Drama
MastersofHumility.com 2004 - Present
Top Story! Weekly 2008 - 2011
Zicree Table 2002 - 2009
Big News SHow 2005 - 2008
Victor Fresco pilot 2007 - 2007
My Name is Earl 2005 - 2007
Scriptwriters Network 1995 - 2005
Star Trek: Enterprise 2002 - 2004
Harpo Productions 1999 - 2002
CBS Corporation 1997 - 2000
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 2002 — 2005
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Playwriting and Screenwriting
Wesleyan University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (BA), College of Letters
Fulbright Commission July 2014 - Present
Harpo Productions August 2013 - July 2014
The White House January 2012 - May 2012
Skills
MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, LexisNexis, TEFL certified, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Research, Outlook, PowerPoint, Social Media, Fundraising
Education
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science
Tsinghua University 2010 — 2010
Political Economy & Chinese Language
서울대학교 / Seoul National University 2008 — 2008
Korean Language and Literature
Telepictures August 2015 - Present
BET Networks (a subsidiary of Viacom Inc.) November 2014 - November 2014
NUVOtv 2013 - 2014
ABC Daytime 2013 - 2013
Jeff Probst Show 2012 - 2012
CBS 2012 - 2012
Sony Pictures Television 2011 - 2012
Harpo Development, Inc. 1995 - June 2011
Harpo Productions May 2003 - October 2006
Skills
Video Production, Broadcast, Television, Video, Entertainment, New Media, Post Production, Documentaries, Digital Media, Reality TV
Education
Howard University
Slick Design & Productions, Inc. January 1996 - Present
Callahan Communication Services, Inc July 2014 - May 2015
Harpo Productions May 2005 - August 2005
DICK'S Sporting Goods May 2002 - February 2005
Morrissey Tour August 1997 - December 1997
Upstaging, Inc. October 1990 - January 1996
Cheap Trick June 1993 - April 1994
Performance Lighting May 1989 - September 1990
C.V. Lloyd Music April 1989 - December 1989
Illinois State September 1988 - May 1989
Skills
Production Managment, Production Management, Event Management, Stage Management, Theatrical Production, Event Planning, Lighting Design, Lighting, Stage Lighting, Sound, Entertainment, Production Lighting, Stage Rigging, AV, Video, Stage, Rigging, Live Events, Theatrical Electrician, Camera Operating, Video Production, Trade Shows, Festivals, Multimedia, Moving Lights, Set Construction, Entertainment Lighting, ETC Consoles, Exhibit Design, Stagecraft, Audio Visual Rental, Media Production..., Show Control, Wireless Microphones, Light Board Operator, Conference Production, Creative Events, On-site Execution, Onsite Coordination, Media Entertainment, Trade Show Production, Trade Show Exhibitor, Exhibit Preparation, Gala Dinners, Entertainment Technology, Tower Climbing, Show Services, Installation & Dismantle, Live Sound, Concerts
Education
ELCA - Leadership Lab 2011 — 2011
Leadership Lab
Illinois State University
Just 4 Classes Short of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre Production Design & Technology
Triton College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Speech & Theatre
Proviso East High School
H.S. Diploma, Theatre & Art
John G. Shedd Aquarium May 2014 - Present
O'Malley Hansen Communications April 2013 - May 2014
Discovery Chicago January 2012 - March 2013
Harpo Productions November 2009 - October 2011
St. Martin's Press July 2008 - October 2009
Skills
Editing, Publicity, Copy Editing, Social Media, Press Releases, Proofreading, Editorial, Content Development, Copywriting, Blogging, Public Relations, Publishing, Cision, Creative Writing, Social Media Marketing
Education
Syracuse University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, English and Textual Studies
Kurtis Productions 2001 - Present
Harpo Productions 2014 - 2014
Red Marble Media 2012 - 2014
IPA 1995 - 2000
IPA 1995 - 2000
Media Process Group 1990 - 1992
Media Process Group 1990 - 1992
Media Process Group 1990 - 1992
Media Process Group 1990 - 1992
Media Process Group 1990 - 1992
Skills
Video Production, Field Producing, Final Cut Pro, Television, Avid, Video Editing, HD Video, Post Production, Producing, Documentaries, Broadcast, Non-linear Editing, Video, Avid Media Composer, Media Production, Reality, Broadcast Television, Music Videos, Sound, After Effects, Film Production, Videography, Journalism, Screenwriting, DVD Studio Pro, Film, Motion Graphics, Editing, Storytelling, Final Cut Studio, Scripting, Broadcast Journalism, Camera Operating, Mac, Commercials, Avid Symphony, Digital Media, Directing, Web Video, Short Films, Digital Video, Multimedia, Cinematography, Premiere
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1988 — 1990
BFA
Indiana University Bloomington 1985 — 1987
Harpo Productions August 2010 - October 2011
Rush North Shore Medical Center June 2005 - March 2009
Rush North Shore Medical Center January 1997 - June 2005
Whitefox Computer Corporation 1991 - 1994
United Stationers 1989 - 1991
Skills
Hardware, Technical Support
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 1986 — 1988
Associates, Electronics
Harpo Productions March 2013 - Present
Harpo June 2011 - March 2013
Harpo Productions February 2010 - May 2011
Associated Press July 2009 - September 2009
CBS News June 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Social Media, Editing, Digital Media, Final Cut Pro, Video, New Media, Event Planning, Storytelling, Journalism, Entertainment
Education
Northwestern University 2008 — 2009
MSJ, Masters in Journalism, Broadcast Journalism
University of California, Berkeley 2003 — 2007
BA, English
enSanity Productions August 2011 - Present
Chicago Urban League October 2007 - February 2012
Illinois Department of Human Services May 2003 - October 2007
CNN June 1998 - May 2003
Harpo Productions January 1999 - May 2002
CNN May 1995 - December 1997
CNN April 1988 - May 1995
Education
Northwestern University 1983 — 1987
BS, Communication, Italian
University of Florene
Italian Language and Literature
St. Ignatius College Prep 1979 — 1983
Gangaji Foundation June 1996 - Present
Harpo Productions July 1994 - June 1996
Fox Broadcasting Company 1986 - 1991
A&E Television Networks 1984 - 1986
Skills
On-Air Promotion, Film, Event Planning, Editing, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Art, Video Editing, Entertainment, Social Media Marketing, Television, Teaching, Social Networking, Blogging, Creative Writing, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits
Education
Northwestern University 1982 — 1983
MA, Marketing/Advertising
Northwestern University 1977 — 1983
MSA, Film & TV, Advertising
Disney ABC Television Group December 2006 - Present
Harpo Productions December 2003 - December 2006
Harpo Productions March 2001 - December 2003
BDYD Productions May 2003 - June 2003
USA Studios, Jerry Springer Show July 2000 - November 2000
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1995 — 2000
BA, Television Production
Filmaking 2004 - Present
Film Crew April 2003 - Present
Picture Farm Productions December 2010 - August 2013
Harpo Productions August 2012 - May 2013
subHysteria November 2008 - April 2009
Skills
Cinematography, HD Camera Operation, Gaffer, Grip, Dolly Grip, G&E, Non-linear Editing, Film, Post Production, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Short Films, Directing, Camera Operating, Television, Camera Operation, Lighting, Commercials, Documentaries, Feature Films
Education
Universidad Católica Andrés Bello 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Media & Broadcasting
CBS - Dr Phil Show August 2014 - Present
The Boris and Nicole Show June 2015 - July 2015
Harpo Productions February 2015 - May 2015
LMNO Productions March 2014 - August 2014
Asylum Entertainment March 2014 - March 2014
MGM -Paternity Court June 2013 - January 2014
AXS TV formerly HDNet September 2012 - February 2013
CNN- Dr. Drew on HLN March 2011 - September 2012
CNN August 2010 - March 2011
TruTV/In Session October 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Broadcast, News Writing, Video Production, Journalism, Producing, Media Production, Video, Video Editing, New Media, Post Production, Editing, Avid Media Composer, Documentaries, Editorial, Press Releases, Storytelling, Camera, Entertainment, Reality, HD Video, Reality TV
Education
University of Houston 1999 — 2003
BA, Media Production/Journalism
Harpo Studios 2000 - Present
Harpo Productions August 1996 - July 2000
Skills
Broadcast, Television, Producing, Video Production, Post Production
Education
Ohio University
Bachelor's Degree, French Language and Literature; English
Harpo Productions July 2011 - Present
Harpo Studios January 2009 - 2011
Oprah's Big Give 2007 - 2008
Harpo 1996 - 2008
Harpo Development February 1996 - October 2007
WTAE-TV October 1994 - February 1996
WDTN-TV November 1992 - October 1994
WMGM-TV November 1990 - October 1992
Skills
Reality, Television, Field Producing, Video Production, Broadcast, Post Production, Producing, Entertainment, Documentaries, Video, Broadcast Television, Creative Services, Media Production
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1986 — 2000
BA, Communications Media
The Walt Disney Studios 2010 - Present
JT Productions Ink 2008 - Present
Harpo Productions October 2006 - June 2007
CBS 60 Minutes July 2001 - June 2006
ABC News 1981 - 2001
Skills
Broadcast, Video, Television, Video Production, Social Media, Editing, Storytelling, Visual Storytelling, Documentaries, Television Producing, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, Executive Producing, Investigative Reporting, media relations, Videography, Radio, Video Editing, Media Relations
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Journalism
"Boss" - TV Drama June 2011 - July 2011
Harpo Productions April 2011 - May 2011
"The Playboy Club" - TV Drama March 2011 - March 2011
John Robert Powers December 2010 - February 2011
"Contagion" - Feature Film November 2010 - December 2010
Tribune Company - WGN May 2010 - June 2010
E! Entertainment Television April 2010 - April 2010
NBC Universal June 2001 - July 2009
Jerry Springer Show June 2001 - July 2009
Steve Wilkos Show 2006 - 2009
Skills
Video Production, Television Production, Production, Television, Film Production, Budgeting, Post Production, Camera, Broadcast, Avid Media Composer, New Media, Documentaries, Budgets, Reality, Entertainment, Film, Broadcast Television, Avid, HD Video, Video, Video Editing, Producing, Final Cut Pro
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1994 — 1998
BA, Communications/Film
Axiom Law December 2014 - Present
Follett Corporation 2007 - 2014
Harpo Productions 2006 - 2007
Law Offices of Susan G Patino 2002 - 2007
WTTW 1998 - 2002
Quester 1994 - 1998
Skills
Licensing, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Copyright Law, Entertainment Law, Trademarks, Legal Writing, Employment Law, Contract Negotiation, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Mediation, Litigation Management, Legal Compliance, Television, Rights Clearance, Dispute Resolution, Litigation
Education
The John Marshall Law School
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology and Social Work
Niles North
Sullivan High School
Yahoo October 2014 - Present
Freelance May 2011 - March 2015
Mediabistro June 2011 - February 2015
Penguin Random House December 2011 - July 2014
Harpo Productions December 2007 - June 2011
O, The Oprah Magazine September 2004 - June 2007
Skills
Magazines, Magazine Articles, Blogging, Editing, Creative Writing, Content Management, Digital Media, Social Media, Copywriting, New Media, Social Networking, Facebook, Content Development, Pop Culture, Storytelling, Publishing, Ghostwriting, Broadcast, Television, Video Production, Video
Education
Northwestern University 2000 — 2004
BSJ, Journalism, Sociology
Ethical Culture Fieldston School 1996 — 2000
The Chicago Brown Sign Project January 2013 - Present
The Rosenbush Group 2007 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago August 2004 - Present
Harpo Productions 1997 - 2001
Steven Spielberg's Survivors of the Shoah Visual History Foundation 1995 - 1997
Jewish Film Foundation 1985 - 1995
Rosenbush Productions 1978 - 1985
Skills
Tutoring and Coaching..., Film, Books, Resume Writing, Coaching, Creative Writing, Program Evaluation, Documentaries, Tutoring, Program Development, Qualitative Research, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Editing, Curriculum Development, Community Outreach, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Literature, Copy Editing, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Public Relations, Interviews, College Teaching, University Teaching, Classroom, Adult Education, Grant Writing, Publications, Press Releases, Management, Journalism, Teaching, Staff Development, Research, Social Media, Radio Broadcasting, Curriculum Design, Proofreading, History, Teaching English as a..., Leadership Development, Non-profits, Blogging, Fundraising, Composition, Event Planning, Social Networking, ESL
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 2001 — 2004
M.A., English Composition
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.A., English Literature
Harpo Productions January 2014 - Present
Resolution Digital Studios January 2012 - Present
Groupon September 2010 - March 2011
The Warranty Group January 2009 - September 2010
MGM Studios March 2007 - November 2008
Skills
Post Production..., Customer Service, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Visual Arts, Macintosh Applications, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Non-linear Editing, Project Coordination, Office Administration, Multi-line Phone, Ideas Development, Corporate Communications
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies, 3.5
National Geographic Studios September 2014 - Present
Rumpole Inc. July 2014 - August 2014
MTV March 2014 - July 2014
Avalon Television March 2014 - March 2014
Harpo Productions February 2014 - February 2014
Dick Clark Productions January 2014 - February 2014
Viacom July 2013 - December 2013
Fink Juice Films January 2013 - September 2013
Atlas Media Corp January 2013 - May 2013
Afterhours Productions / Gigantic Pictures September 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Spanish, German, Public Speaking, Social Media, Organizational..., Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Fast-paced, Post Production, Social Skills, Microsoft Office
Education
New York University 2009 — 2013
BA, Politics, Media, and their Reciprocities
Randolph High School 2006 — 2009
Walgreens August 2011 - Present
Harpo Productions April 2011 - July 2011
Newark Electronics May 1999 - October 2010
Skills
PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Network Administration, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Active Directory, Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, Lotus Notes, Access, Routers, Windows 7, SharePoint, XP, Networking, BGP, Computer Hardware, EIGRP, OSPF, LAN Switching, Catalyst Switches, Cisco VPN, Wireless Networking, RIP, TCP/IP protocols, Sniffer Pro, Routing Protocols, WAN Optimisation
Education
South Suburban College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Steve Harvey August 2012 - Present
Harpo Productions August 2011 - March 2012
WFLD- TV Fox Chicago June 1993 - June 2010
Skills
Broadcast, Avid, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Documentaries, Avid Media Composer, Producing
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1987 — 1989
FCB Health 2014 - Present
The Dr. Oz Show 2012 - 2013
FCB 2011 - 2012
Hearst Magazines 2011 - 2011
Harpo Productions 2003 - 2011
Sesame Workshop/Noggin December 2001 - August 2003
HGTV August 2000 - November 2001
Skills
Television, Producing, Field Producing, Broadcast, Post Production, Video Production, Broadcast Television, Media Production
Education
New England College
Bachelor's degree, Communication and Media Studies
Aon Hewitt July 2013 - Present
Self Employed 2010 - 2013
Harpo Productions August 2003 - October 2005
Towers Productions 2001 - 2003
Towers Productions Inc. 1996 - 2001
Skills
Television Production, Television, Production, Writing, Public Relations, Media Relations Training, Documentary Production, Field Producing, Booking, Video Production, Documentaries, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Post Production, Directing, Video, Film, Editorial, Reality, Magazines, Entertainment, New Media, Video Editing, Film Production, Content Strategy, Digital Media, Media Production, Storytelling, Creative Direction
Education
The Ohio State University 1992 — 1996
BA, Communications
Harpo Productions September 1998 - Present
Lewis University July 1994 - Present
Skills
Avid Media Composer, Teaching, Social Media, Editing, Fundraising, Television, Higher Education, Program Development, Final Cut Pro, Event Planning, Broadcast Television, Public Relations, Mentoring, Video Editing, Public Speaking, Media Relations
Education
Lewis University 1987 — 2009
B.A. Communications, M.A. Information Security Systems
Universal Studios Hollywood September 2014 - Present
Actors' Equity Association January 1992 - Present
IATSE Local 192 August 2014 - Present
Los Angeles Mission February 2013 - Present
Falcon Theatre February 2014 - May 2014
Apples and Oranges Studios May 2013 - September 2013
Freud's Last Session March 2011 - February 2013
Self Employed Independent Peoplesoft Consultant 2002 - February 2013
FansEdge October 2011 - March 2012
Harpo Productions January 2008 - November 2010
Skills
Acting, Entertainment, Theatre, Stage, Microsoft Office, Creative Writing, Computer Repair, Electrical..., Stage Management, Film
Education
Northwestern University 1992 — 1995
Business