Deborah Goodwin
Beacon,NY
Summary
Multifaceted Lecturer with 7 years of expertise in adapting presentations to reach students of diverse backgrounds. Expert in leveraging in-depth knowledge and experience in Screenwriting and Storytelling to provide relevant information and first-hand experiences. Known for great personable demeanor and strong work ethic.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Lecturer
NYU Tisch School of the Arts
New York, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated student performance through collaborative writing workshops, screenings, scripted work and participation to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Organized, prepared, developed and revised course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
Lead Instructor
Sundance institute
Remote
12.2021 - 09.2024
- Collab Hybrid-Virtual Course in Screenwriting: "Act One And Beyond"
- Collab Hybrid-Virtual Course in Screenwriting: "From Outline through First Draft"
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, along with text and clips, connecting abstract concepts to writers everyday professional realities and challenges.
- Created culture focused on teaching whole student and developing individual potential.
- Developed positive relationships with writers/filmmakers and built on trust and respect, encouraging open communication and mutual support within the course community.
Writer Producer
Apple, Amazon, Fear, A Love Story
New York, United States
01.2022 - 01.2023
- High scoring scripted Audio Series on Amazon
- Top 100 Apple Podcasts
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, skills to produce original, engaging, serial content.
- Cast excellent voice acting talent
- Directed and co-produced two exciting seasons of audio entertainment
- Generated ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and market trends.
- Assisted with drafting speeches and program talking points for events.
- Optimized web content for SEO purposes, driving organic search traffic and improving website rankings.
- Wrote compelling press releases that garnered positive media coverage for clients'' products or services.
Adjunct Lecturer
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, United States
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Undergraduate screenwriting Instructor and Graduate Thesis Advisor
- Evaluated student performance through scripted assignments, and workshop participation to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Engaged a broad bench of diverse students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Developed and implemented standardized Short Story Structure and Feature Narrative Outlining curriculum for improved learning, and student performance.
Co-Writer, producer
Snaeland Feature Film
Iceland
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Filmed on location in Iceland and Berlin
- Vail Film Festival premiere "Prix Sauvage" nominee Best Feature Film 2020
- Collaborated with writer-director-co-producer from inception of original concept to refined shooting draft.
- Post production liaising with Editor through fine and final cut.
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
Show Director
Disney/abc Television Group
New York City
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Director ABC Discovers Talent live showcase at New World Stages of original scripted content for television.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Coordinated rehearsals to refine performances and maintain high-quality standards.
- Evaluated performance metrics post-shows to identify areas for improvement and optimize future productions.
- Collaborated with creative team to develop captivating storylines for memorable performances.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Championed sustainability initiatives in show production by utilizing eco-friendly materials and practices whenever possible.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
Show Director
Disney/abc Television Group
New York City
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Developed high-performing teams of young actors by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Director ABC Discovers Talent Showcase at New World Stages, from scripted content for television
- Facilitated frequent feedback sessions with cast and crew to address concerns or suggestions throughout the production process.
- Coordinated rehearsals to refine performances and maintain high-quality standards.
Director
Wolfgang Cinema
Los Angeles, United States
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Wrote the original screenplay, directed action-drama titled: The Pastor
- Enhanced team collaboration with a 100% diverse cast and crew on location across multiple locations.
- Engineered a highly successful day and date release across multiple platforms and coordinated screenings across Latin America and Northeast via Fathom Events.
- Implemented effective marketing strategies for promoting events, leading to increased ticket sales.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in movie filmmaking.
Show Director
NBCUniversal
New York
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Director NBC Discovers Talent live showcase at New World Stages, scripted content for television.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Coordinated rehearsals to refine performances and maintain high-quality standards.
- Evaluated performance metrics post-shows to identify areas for improvement and optimize future productions.
- Mentored junior staff members in directing techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Collaborated with network executives to define and propel organization's mission and vision.
- Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
Director, producer
MadCap New York
New York City
06.2013 - 11.2013
- Collaborated with a cross-functional documentary team to ensure seamless integration of various aspects of production operations.
- Conducted all interviews and oversaw final edit and post production delivery.
Writer
TV-One Lifestyle and Entertainment Television
New York City
08.2006 - 08.2006
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content for multi-camera live to tape dating, game show format.
Director of development
Sanford-Pillsbury Productions
Los Angeles
02.2001 - 05.2004
- Developed comprehensive strategic plans to guide long-term growth and sustainability of the organization's film slate.
- Worked with senior management to define project scope and direction, creating inter-departmental frameworks to drive successful project partnerships and execution.
- Liaised with major studio and network department heads.
- Cultivated relationships with high profile writers, directors and talent.
Education
Musical Theater Conservatory Program -
American Musical And Dramatic Academy
New York, NY06.1987
Screenwriting -
American Film Institute
Los Angeles, CA12.1998
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Mentoring students
- Group and individual instruction
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Lesson Planning
- Online Class Discussion
- Subject matter expertise
- Lecture development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Course Development
Websites
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved issue of intolerance in classroom which led to renewed "safe space" collaboration.
Personal Information
Title: Lead instructor
Timeline
Adjunct Lecturer
NYU Tisch School of the Arts
08.2022 - Current
Writer Producer
Apple, Amazon, Fear, A Love Story
01.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Instructor
Sundance institute
12.2021 - 09.2024
Show Director
Disney/abc Television Group
07.2019 - 09.2019
Co-Writer, producer
Snaeland Feature Film
09.2018 - 01.2020
Show Director
Disney/abc Television Group
07.2018 - 09.2018
Adjunct Lecturer
Brooklyn College
01.2017 - 01.2022
Show Director
NBCUniversal
07.2015 - 09.2015
Director
Wolfgang Cinema
01.2014 - 01.2016
Director, producer
MadCap New York
06.2013 - 11.2013
Writer
TV-One Lifestyle and Entertainment Television
08.2006 - 08.2006
Director of development
Sanford-Pillsbury Productions
02.2001 - 05.2004
Musical Theater Conservatory Program -
American Musical And Dramatic Academy
Screenwriting -
American Film Institute