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Beth McNamara

Summary

Emmy-nominated producer with over 20 years of experience in content development and production. Proven track record across film television, documentary, podcasts, and content start-ups delivering top-quality content under tight deadlines, whether with ample financial resources or minimal funding. My superpowers include public records requests, finding the hidden needles in the research haystack, and responding to seemingly impossible challenges like an ant - there is always a path forward whether it is up, over, or through the perceived brick wall.

Work History

CREATOR/PRODUCER

MURDER AT RYAN'S RUN
  • Created, produced, and hosted independent narrative non-fiction podcast with a significant following
  • Garnered front-page recognition in The Philadelphia Inquirer, resulting in a multi-page story based on original reporting and coverage by radio station WURD.
  • Achieved over 150,000+ downloads, demonstrating strong listener engagement and attracting potential content licensing and intellectual property opportunities.

CO-PRODUCER

INVENTING TOMORROW - Motto Pictures
  • Conducted extensive subject research to identify compelling storylines and casting in the selection of participants for the film.
  • Collaborated closely with the creative team to shape the film's vision and secure funding from Sundance Catalyst, leading to its premiere at the 2018 Sundance Festival
  • Received accolades, including a Grand Jury Prize at the Seattle International Film Festival and a prestigious 2019 Peabody Award
  • Actively participated in film impact campaign, bringing the film to public schools in the Los Angeles.

PRODUCER

AMERICAN IDOL (84 Episodes)

2 EMMY NOMINATIONS

Notable Credits

CUPID - CBS

SUPERVISING PRODUCER

FOX Reality
So You Think You Can Dance All Access Special

SUPERVISING POST PRODUCER - Deal or No Deal

NBC

SUPERVISING PRODUCER - The Morning After Pilot

MTV

PRODUCER - House of Return

Monkeyworks

Award winning documentary about Beit T'Shuvah addiction treatment facility.

VH1 NETWORK | Producing Development Deal

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop unscripted content ideas, successfully transforming a project into a network-aired series.

SONY MUSIC | Vice President, Pressplay

  • Established and executed a content strategy for a startup user-generated video platform
  • Built and managed a dynamic team overseeing content development and production.

COLLEGE BROADCAST | Vice President, Content & Business Development

  • Directed content strategy and content partnerships for a digital platform launch
  • Supported the expansion of a closed-circuit college campus network by delivering innovative content solutions.

LIONSGATE TELEVISION | Director of Alternative & Reality TV

  • Played a pivotal role in growing the development team during the company's transition into a leading industry player
  • Coordinated pitches, supervised sales tapes, and facilitated communication with emerging creative talent.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05.1992

Skills

  • Field Directing and Producing
  • Research
  • Event Management
  • Casting
  • Writing
  • Audio Editing
  • Post Production
  • Content Strategy and Development
  • Project & Budget Management
  • Relationship Management
  • Budgeting and Planning
  • Confidentiality
  • Discretion
  • Innovative problem-solving
  • Interpersonal and written communication

Interests

Historical Archives

Books on the psychology of social movements

Famous trial court transcripts

Architectural Tours

Timeline

CREATOR/PRODUCER

MURDER AT RYAN'S RUN

CO-PRODUCER

INVENTING TOMORROW - Motto Pictures

PRODUCER

AMERICAN IDOL (84 Episodes)

Notable Credits

CUPID - CBS

SUPERVISING PRODUCER

FOX Reality

SUPERVISING POST PRODUCER - Deal or No Deal

NBC

SUPERVISING PRODUCER - The Morning After Pilot

MTV

PRODUCER - House of Return

Monkeyworks

VH1 NETWORK | Producing Development Deal

SONY MUSIC | Vice President, Pressplay

COLLEGE BROADCAST | Vice President, Content & Business Development

LIONSGATE TELEVISION | Director of Alternative & Reality TV

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Southern California
Beth McNamara