Akil Anderson
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished TV Production Professional with extensive experience in producing, directing, and creative development. Proven track record of successful project management and leadership in television production. Seeking to leverage skills and expertise in a challenging TV production role. Highly motivated, organized, with over 15 years of experience. Demonstrated ability to excel in diverse production environments, consistently delivering outstanding service and contributing to successful productions with millions of ratings. Goal-oriented Creative Executive bringing 20 years of experience in TV production and unsurpassed dedication to applying strong leadership abilities, business acumen and artistic skills toward achieving marketing, content and advertising goals. Professional and productive with significant history of meeting revenue and business objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Creative Executive Producer
Baby Phat Inc. "Baby Phat the Kimora Lee Simmons story"
Beverly Hills , CA
2022.08 - 2024.01
- Created idea and pitch deck for Baby Phat documentary
- Development, pitched to networks.
Director
SaxxAppeal "Stay Here"
Detroit , MI
2022.04 - 2022.12
- Directed and shot music video for grammy nominated artist SaxxAppeal.
Producer
Jaquel Knight Foundation "Jaquel Knight"
Sherman Oaks , CA
2021.08 - 2022.01
- Produced a movie pilot for Jaquel Knight, Beyonce's choreographer
- Oversaw crew hiring, directed creative aspects, and managed post-production.
Story Producer
Own "Behind Every Man"
Los Angeles , CA
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Produced segments featuring Usher and Wyclef.
Producer
DL Hughley "How Not to Get Shot" Comedy Central
2020.01 - 2020.12
- Lead creative show producer, pitch preparation and execution for the show.
Creative Director of Media
Emerson College
Los Angeles , CA
2017.01 - 2019.12
- Managed filming activities Technical events and creative film projects.
Producer
National Student Production Awards
Los Angeles , CA
2014.01 - 2018.12
- Supervised crew and equipment for nationally broadcasted SPA.
Segment Director
Dr. Phil Show, CBS
Los Angeles , CA
2014.06 - 2014.12
- Directed segments for Dr
- Phil Show, managing talent and camera operations.
Field Producer
NuVo TV Fuse "The Collective"
Los Angeles , CA
2014.03 - 2014.05
- Created content and oversaw production elements.
Field Producer
Pilgrim Studios "Welcome to Sweetie Pies"
St Louis / Houston , MO / TX
2013.04 - 2013.12
- Managed field crew, booked locations, and produced story.
Segment Producer
Pilgrim Studios SYFY "Ghost Hunters"
North Hollywood , CA
2011.09 - 2013.04
- Produced over 3 seasons of Ghost Hunters created show bibles.
Field Story Producer
True TV "Hulk Hogan Presents MCW"
FL / GA / NC / SC / TN
2011.04 - 2011.05
- Tracked stories in the field and managed event shoots.
Field Producer
Style "Kimora Life in the Fab Lane"
Los Angeles / New York / Hawaii
2010.06 - 2010.12
- Booked high-end locations and directed cameras and talent.
Producer
MTV "Parental Control"
Los Angeles , CA
2009.01 - 2009.06
- Led field shoots and activities.
Story Producer
E! "Snoop Dogg's Father Hood"
Los Angeles , CA
2008.04 - 2008.08
- Directed camera setup, talent, and tracked story development.
Education
Creative Writing -
Emerson College LA
12.2019
Writing for Television -
Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts
12.2002
Skills
- Proficient in PhotoShop
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in Python
- Proficient in Crestron Control
- Experienced in lighting design and operation
- Skilled crew runner
- Calling camera shots
- Camera operator
- Audio mixing
- Proficient in Adobe Suite
- Editing
- Post Production
- Field Directing
- Story Producing
- Production liaison
- Deadline-oriented
- Video Editing
- Multimedia production
- Marketing Communications
- Concept Development
- Team Development
- Project Scoping
- Problem-Solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Strategic Thinking
- Stakeholder relationship development
- Talent Development
- Creative Direction
Certification
- ITIL Certification
- ASCAP Member
Projects
Produced and shot an inspirational donor video for Hollywood PAL organization. Technical Director for PBS show Deedle Doors.
Timeline
Creative Executive Producer
Baby Phat Inc. "Baby Phat the Kimora Lee Simmons story"
2022.08 - 2024.01
Director
SaxxAppeal "Stay Here"
2022.04 - 2022.12
Producer
Jaquel Knight Foundation "Jaquel Knight"
2021.08 - 2022.01
Story Producer
Own "Behind Every Man"
2020.01 - 2021.01
Producer
DL Hughley "How Not to Get Shot" Comedy Central
2020.01 - 2020.12
Creative Director of Media
Emerson College
2017.01 - 2019.12
Segment Director
Dr. Phil Show, CBS
2014.06 - 2014.12
Field Producer
NuVo TV Fuse "The Collective"
2014.03 - 2014.05
Producer
National Student Production Awards
2014.01 - 2018.12
Field Producer
Pilgrim Studios "Welcome to Sweetie Pies"
2013.04 - 2013.12
Segment Producer
Pilgrim Studios SYFY "Ghost Hunters"
2011.09 - 2013.04
Field Story Producer
True TV "Hulk Hogan Presents MCW"
2011.04 - 2011.05
Field Producer
Style "Kimora Life in the Fab Lane"
2010.06 - 2010.12
Producer
MTV "Parental Control"
2009.01 - 2009.06
Story Producer
E! "Snoop Dogg's Father Hood"
2008.04 - 2008.08
Creative Writing -
Emerson College LA
Writing for Television -
Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts
- ITIL Certification
- ASCAP Member
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