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Amy Cobb

Summary

Dynamic and creative professional with a proven track record at MTV's Ridiculousness, excelling in comedy writing and content development. Adept at producing engaging material that resonates with audiences, while fostering collaboration across teams. Strong research skills complement a passion for storytelling, driving impactful narratives that entertain and inform.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Segment Producer

MTV's Ridiculousness
05.2022 - Current
  • Researched and sourced clips for air that created entertaining talking points for the hosts and celebrity guests.
  • Collaborated with various production departments, tailoring content to suit and match the show's tone.
  • Sourced appropriate and compelling comedic material to accommodate the show's brand.

Lead teaching artist/actor/program coordinator

The Story Pirates
Los Angeles
01.2013 - 06.2023
  • Company Overview: The Story Pirates is a nonprofit that provides creative writing workshops through LAUSD, with the emphasis being on Title 1 schools that often lack funding for the arts.
  • Offered interactive lesson plans that combine performance and storytelling while implementing tools that lead to improved writing skills, a boost in confidence, and increased participation.
  • The Story Pirates is a nonprofit that provides creative writing workshops through LAUSD, with the emphasis being on Title 1 schools that often lack funding for the arts.

Writer/Researcher

The After Party/Rehab Reviews
01.2015 - 02.2022
  • Researching and writing in-depth articles on many addiction-related topics, including treatment facilities, treatment methods, and specialty offerings.
  • Created and produced SEO content that complied with current standards and practices while producing content that resonated with their target audience.

Writer/Producer

AwesomenessTV/Paramount
05.2016 - 09.2017
  • Working closely with network executives to create funny, thoughtful, and impactful stories that adhered to the brand's mission.
  • Maintained the network's highest standards while meeting deadlines and collaborating with directors and editors.

Education

BA -

California State University, Chico
Chico, CA
05.2003

Skills

  • Podcast production
  • Video production
  • Comedy writing/punch up
  • Event host
  • Performer
  • Singer
  • Musician
  • Content development
  • Scriptwriting
  • Script development
  • Research skills
  • Video editing
  • Copyediting
  • Data analysis
  • Visual storytelling
  • Excellent Mom

Awards

  • Buzzkill Magazine Writer of the Year, 2015
  • LA Webfest Winner Outstanding Writing in Comedy Series and Outstanding Comedy Series

Accomplishments

  • Buzzkill Magazines "Writer of the Year" 2015
  • LA Webfest Winner "Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series" and "Outstanding Comedy Series" 2015

Timeline

Segment Producer

MTV's Ridiculousness
05.2022 - Current

Writer/Producer

AwesomenessTV/Paramount
05.2016 - 09.2017

Writer/Researcher

The After Party/Rehab Reviews
01.2015 - 02.2022

Lead teaching artist/actor/program coordinator

The Story Pirates
01.2013 - 06.2023

BA -

California State University, Chico

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