Christopher Naughton
Summary
Collaborative and Innovative Creative Executive with extensive experience at all stages of television and film development. A talented storyteller with numerous scripted television series sales at major cable networks and streamers. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best achieve success in project development. Licensed attorney in good standing, admitted to California State Bar.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Creative Affairs
A+E Studios, A&E Television Networks
02.2020 - 10.2023
- Fostered the development of scripted television series from inception to delivery.
- Read and evaluated studio creative submissions from writers, producers and reps.
- Served as creative executive on sold projects at network and streaming buyers including Netflix, Peacock, Hulu, History Channel, ABC, AMC, and Freevee.
- Identified and packaged IP for sale to external cable and streaming buyers.
- Developed and grew A+E Studios relationships with Non-writing producers, writers, agents and managers.
Coordinator
A+E Studios, A&E Television Networks
10.2017 - 02.2020
- Read and evaluated studio creative submissions from writers, producers and reps.
- Identified and recommended material for A+E Studio scripted development.
- Provided support to Executive Vice President, Creative Affairs. (Scheduling, rolling calls, expenses).
Assistant
Creative Artists Agency, CAA
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Assisted Story Department in all aspects of department operations.
- Read and evaluated material for CAA talent including actors, writers, directors and producers.
- Supported the head of CAA Story Department (scheduling, rolling calls, expenses).
Script Reader
Creative Artists Agency, CAA
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Evaluated and provided coverage on scripts and books submitted to CAA for consideration by its clients.
- Recommended material to the company and its clients, especially actors, writers and directors.
- Provided feedback to agent trainees on story department processes and how to write coverage.
Education
Master of Arts - Film And Television Producing
Chapman University, Dodge College
Orange, CA05.2015
J.D. - Law
University of La Verne College of Law
Ontario, CA05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Film and Television Creative Development
- Creative Team Collaboration
- Film and Television Production
- Script Notes
- Problem-Solving
- Contract Negotiation
Certification
- California Bar License #303119
- Diversity - HEARST - INCLUDE Agent of Change
Timeline
Manager, Creative Affairs
A+E Studios, A&E Television Networks
02.2020 - 10.2023
Coordinator
A+E Studios, A&E Television Networks
10.2017 - 02.2020
Assistant
Creative Artists Agency, CAA
01.2016 - 10.2017
Script Reader
Creative Artists Agency, CAA
07.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Film And Television Producing
Chapman University, Dodge College
J.D. - Law
University of La Verne College of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California - Los Angeles
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