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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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, NY
06.1987

Screenwriting -

American Film Institute
Los Angeles, CA
12.1998

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

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

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