Results-driven production professional with a proven track record of leading complex projects from inception to completion. Expertise in driving creative vision and enhancing operational efficiency, consistently delivering high-quality results. Committed to fostering collaboration and adapting to dynamic production environments, leveraging strong project management and creative direction skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving facilitates navigation of challenges while maintaining focus on project goals.
Hi, I’m
Catherine McKenzie
Executive Producer • Creative Leader • Multi-Platform Storyteller
New York,NY
Summary
Overview
31
years of professional experience
Work History
ABC NEWS
Executive Producer, GMA3 & ABC News Live & Special Programs
03.2020 - 05.2025
Job overview
- Creative Strategy & Leadership: Led end-to-end creative development and production across broadcast, digital, streaming, and live programming. Guided projects from initial concept through delivery, distribution, and post-launch evaluation.
- Brand Vision: Directed creative vision and editorial strategy for the third hour of Good Morning America, shaping narrative style, talent experience, and visual identity across a multi-platform content ecosystem.
- High-Impact Specials: Produced large-scale, culture-driven specials — including Soul of a Nation, Michael Strahan x Jon Bon Jovi: Halfway There, and Bruce Springsteen: Backstage & Backstreets — overseeing story architecture, field direction, design, and post-production.
- Revenue Generation: Managed integrated branded partnerships and sponsorship executions generating more than $5M annually, aligning editorial integrity with client objectives and delivering measurable revenue outcomes.
- Team Management: Hired, mentored, and led high-performance teams of producers, editors, graphic designers, directors, and technical crews; managed performance reviews and career development.
- Operations & Budgeting: Built and managed multi-million-dollar budgets, production schedules, and complex resource plans across simultaneous long-form and live projects.
- Live Execution: Directed control room and live production operations, executing breaking news and event-driven coverage with agility, precision, and calm under pressure.
- Partnerships: Cultivated and managed external partnerships, including production vendors, creative agencies, and post-production facilities, ensuring quality control and consistent brand standards.
- Talent Relations: Collaborated with talent partners including musicians, athletes, celebrities, and cultural leaders to shape storytelling that drives emotional impact and audience engagement.
ABC News Live
Senior Producer
12.2015 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Helped launch ABC’s first 24/7 streaming news network, building scalable creative workflows and multi-format production systems.
- Produced original franchise content and special editorial projects that expanded audience engagement across platforms.
- Oversaw location and studio production — directing crews, shaping editorial tone, and managing budget and logistical execution.
- Managed daily editorial strategy and special coverage planning, including the 2016 presidential election.
- Introduced new content formats including vodcasts and digital series.
CBS NEWS, CBSN
Senior Broadcast Producer
08.2014 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Helped launch CBS’s 24-hour digital news network, developing creative frameworks and operational workflows for multi-format storytelling.
- Oversaw feature production from treatment through delivery, working closely with editors, writers, and designers.
- Managed hiring, budgets, and control room execution.
SONY TELEVISION — THE QUEEN LATIFAH SHOW
Supervising Producer
06.2013 - 02.2014
Job overview
- Launched syndicated talk/variety show, building production team and driving creative and editorial direction.
- Oversaw celebrity interviews, human-interest features, and sponsor integrations.
ABC NEWS — GOOD MORNING AMERICA
Senior Producer & Senior Broadcast Producer
10.2009 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Led editorial and creative direction for a 2-hour live national broadcast reaching millions daily.
- Launched a 9-week live studio talk show franchise featuring Lara Spencer and Josh Elliott.
- Oversaw special event coverage and major live remotes.
WABC TV
Senior Producer
10.1996 - 10.2009
Job overview
- Produced city-wide and national special projects including NYC Marathon, Giants Super Bowl coverage, Oscar specials, and live events.
- Directed longform programming and daily lifestyle content.
WITI TV
Producer
09.1994 - 10.1996
Job overview
- Executive produced primetime and weekend newscasts, multiple live weekly sports series including The Brett Favre Show, and award-winning trial coverage.
Education
St. Olaf CollegeNorthfield, MN
from Speech-Communications
University Overview
Media Transformation Challenge
from Fellow
University Overview
Skills
Post-production supervision
Affiliations
Affiliations
- National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
- National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ)
- National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
- Television Academy: Documentary Peer Group
- Writers Guild of America (WGA)
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
- Board Member: Bloomingdale School of Music
- Board Member: MS Hope for a Cure
- Board Member: SAVE
Awards
Awards
- Emmy Award: Silver Circle Induction
- Emmy Award: Good Morning America
- Emmy Award: Best Morning Program
- Emmy Award: Alvin Ailey's Golden Anniversary
- Emmy Award: Greenpoint Tank Implosion Coverage
- Peabody Award: 9/11 Coverage
- NAACP Fellowship Recipient (1992–1993)
Timeline
Executive Producer, GMA3 & ABC News Live & Special Programs
ABC NEWS
03.2020 - 05.2025
Senior Producer
ABC News Live
12.2015 - 03.2020
Senior Broadcast Producer
CBS NEWS, CBSN
08.2014 - 08.2015
Supervising Producer
SONY TELEVISION — THE QUEEN LATIFAH SHOW
06.2013 - 02.2014
Senior Producer & Senior Broadcast Producer
ABC NEWS — GOOD MORNING AMERICA
10.2009 - 05.2013
Senior Producer
WABC TV
10.1996 - 10.2009
Producer
WITI TV
09.1994 - 10.1996
Media Transformation Challenge
from Fellow
St. Olaf College
from Speech-Communications