Resume
MEDIA CONSULTANT / AUTHOR
January 2020 – Present
Following the trends and requirements of new networks and channels, there is a need for experienced top-level executives with real knowledge across the network business to make it through launch. With years of C-level experience, supported by deep understanding of physical production and technical operations, I now consult with visionary start-up channels and technologies. Recent work includes the publication of two books on the industry along with multiple fiction novels.
BEOND.TV
Chief Technology Officer
September 2018 – Present
Co-founder and board member for the launch of the BEONDTV OTT channel. Co-Executive Producer of the syndicated news & information show Carlos and Lisa, hosted by Carlos Amezcua and Lisa Remillard.
Axon Studios
OTT Architect
September 2018 – Present
Designed and implemented workflow to launch the First Responders Network OTT channel covering production (live & recorded), channel operations, CMS integrations, media management, and distribution. Channel launched May 23, 2022.
UNX
Consulting COO
August 2019 – December 2019
Launched UNXNOW—home for UNX Obstacle Course competitions—delivering events via livestream and VOD, plus daily UNX Fast Forward episodes. Platform also powers the ultiFIT Workout System training series.
XE5 Media Group
President and COO
June 2011 – September 2018
Built linear and non-linear channels and the content pipelines behind them. OTT strategy for The Weinstein Company; Consulting Head of Channel for EbonyLife (launched July 2013 across sub-Saharan Africa); design/planning for AT&T U-verse’s Country Deep app; production/ops/engineering for TAPP TV; clients included ETN Media. Produced concerts for Facebook Live and U-verse platforms. Technical consultant to Warner Horizon Television on post workflows and digital archiving.
Scrambled Eggs Productions
Producer / Director
December 2009 – May 2011
Producer/Director for Jake Steinfeld: No Expectations (Snag Films). Producer for And They’re Off… (theatrical release Oct 28, 2011) starring Sean Astin, Cheri Oteri, Martin Mull, and Kevin Nealon.
LATV Networks
President and COO
August 2006 – April 2009
Led Affiliate Sales, Business Development, Legal, Engineering, Finance, HR, IT, Production, Operations, and National Syndication (Programming, Interactive, Marketing). Developed the network launch strategy and business plan; launched 24/7/365 broadcast network from green light to on-air in 3½ months.
E! Networks
SVP, Network & Production Operations
October 2003 – May 2006
Oversaw 30+ series in production; implemented production standards, budgeting, and reporting. Redesigned international distribution from 2 feeds to 6 channels via file-based transfer (Oct 2005). Centralized production management, music, and photo departments to reduce costs.
In-House Production Group
President
December 2000 – September 2003
Produced digital feature and stage productions; led launch planning for REELZ (Moviewatch) digital DBS/cable channel; Exec in Charge of pilot Dailies. Consulted for Brands Shopping Network. Launched LiveLight Creative (media management).
USA Broadcasting
SVP, Production, Operations, Engineering and IT
September 1996 – November 2000
Launched WAMI TV in Miami. Built a state-of-the-art digital broadcast center and broadband delivery (online 11/1/99). Oversaw national programming (Strip Poker), designed innovative local TV space, and developed 14 hours of original programming; Co-created weekly series City Desk.
In-House Production Group
President
March 1994 – September 1996
Launched CNET TV/online; produced pilots (TV.com, CNET Central, The New Edge) and multiple specials across major networks; built corporate training media (Allstate) and numerous syndication projects.
Kevin Wendle Entertainment
VP of Production
November 1992 – February 1994
Exec in Charge for place-based weekly laser-disc media; produced projects for syndication, home video, and place-based media (Total Body Fitness, Medical News Network, Aunt Deb).
Chris Pye Entertainment
Vice President of Production
December 1988 – April 1991
xec in Charge for FOX/NBC/ABC series (Totally Hidden Video, Haywire, Bounty Hunters, Miracles and Other Mysteries); Supervising Producer for Lifetime’s Confession of Crime.
Castle Rock Entertainment
Production Executive / Producer
March 1988 – September 1988
Producer (pilot) The Ed Begley Jr. Show for CBS; Production Executive for pilots including Seinfeld, Home Room, Partners in Life, The Ann Jillian Show, The Julie Brown Show, Beauty Parlor, and The Howie Mandel Pilot.
Fox Broadcasting
Executive in Charge of Production
January 1986 – March 1988
Exec in Charge for The Late Show with Ross Shafer, What Do You Think?, Malibu Beach Party, Marianne Williamson, and Outrageous.
FOXTAPE / METROTAPE
Asst General Manager / Director of Production
1982 – 1986
Led studio operations: production crews, warehouse, props, scenic shop, union negotiations, and facility ops.
Golden West Videotape
Lighting Director / Stage Manager
July 1978 – October 1982
Lighting Director for talk, variety, news, and sitcoms (100+ eps). Stage Manager for talk, variety, game shows, news, and sitcoms (1000+ shows).