Elyse Hill
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dynamic television professional adept at crafting compelling narratives, and enhancing content quality through meticulous editing and strong research skills. Proven ability to collaborate creatively and manage tight deadlines, resulting in successful project execution. Highly detail-oriented with a passion for storytelling.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Writer/Script Reader/Editor
Self-employed
05.2020 - 01.2024
- Utilized writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
- Generated ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and market trends.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Adapted writing styles based on different platforms such as social media, blog posts, and print materials.
- Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers.
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
- Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
Associate Producer
THE DOCTORS, CBS, STAGE 29 PRODUCTIONS
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Produced 7 segment weekly shows
- Pitched show themes and segment ideas
- Pre-interviewed, booked, and briefed talent before taping live shows
- Coordinated with wardrobe and makeup departments
- Coordinated trade-outs, giveaways, and field shoots
- Maintained accurate records of production elements such as scripts, budgets, and schedules to ensure seamless project execution.
- Pitched new ideas and arranged interviews and acquisition of footage for stories.
- Assisted in the development of creative concepts that led to increased audience engagement.
- Collaborated with legal department to draw up contracts for artists and crew members.
- Coordinated with legal team to ensure compliance with broadcasting regulations or copyrights related matters.
- Reviewed and provided feedback on scripts, ensuring accuracy of information and overall narrative coherence.
Production Assistant
THE DOCTORS, CBS, STAGE 29 PRODUCTIONS
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Pitched show themes and segment ideas
- Pre-interviewed and booked guests
- Coordinated trade-outs, giveaways, field shoots and travel
- Managed weekly $15,000 budget
- Compiled research
- Created segment books and blue cards
- Maintained constant communication with legal, clearance, web, props, travel and post production departments.
Original Programming Executive Assistant
BET NETWORKS
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Assisted the Senior Director of Original Programming
- Compiled director grids, showrunner grids, writer grids, competitive network reports and pitch logs
- Completed script notes and script coverage for television development
- Called agencies to book talent
- Managed meetings, contacts, executive calendars, travel, and itineraries.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
Production Intern
THE DOCTORS, CBS, STAGE 29 PRODUCTIONS
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Completed research for weekly shows, assisted with segment books and blue cards.
- Assisted in meeting tight deadlines by efficiently coordinating tasks with other team members.
Executive Assistant
STEEL TITAN PRODUCTIONS
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Maintained calendars, managed meetings, and completed script coverage.
- Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel, and ground transportation.
- Maintained confidentiality by handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Script Reader
ECLECTIC PICTURES
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Delivered timely feedback on multiple drafts of scripts, supporting continuous improvements throughout the development process.
- Analyzed story structure, pacing, plot points, characters, and dialogue.
- Supported the successful launch of new writing talent by identifying standout scripts and advocating for their development.
- Enhanced screenplay quality by providing detailed and constructive criticism to writers.
- Collaborated with fellow script readers to ensure accurate evaluations and consistent feedback.
Talent Intern
VIVE PRODUCTIONS
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Assisted with development of stories for film projects
- Developed storyboards and shot lists to plan out shots and sequence for editing
- Revised footage according to producers' and directors' requests
- Reviewed scripts and completed script coverage
Writing Intern
INTERN QUEEN
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Wrote weekly content about interning in college and high school
- Developed and pitched story ideas to editors
Writing Intern
RADICAL PARENTING, VANESSA VAN EDWARDS
01.2012 - 03.2012
- Completed research for blog posts
- Managed social media channels
- Supported editorial team with research and fact-checking for accurate and compelling stories.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2016
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workplace
- Grammar, editing, and proofreading expertise
- Effective and clear communication
- Highly attentive to detail
- Deadline management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Strong research skills
- Creative collaboration
- Script evaluation and analysis
- Creativity and originality
Timeline
Freelance Writer/Script Reader/Editor
Self-employed
05.2020 - 01.2024
Associate Producer
THE DOCTORS, CBS, STAGE 29 PRODUCTIONS
07.2019 - 07.2022
Production Assistant
THE DOCTORS, CBS, STAGE 29 PRODUCTIONS
07.2016 - 07.2019
Original Programming Executive Assistant
BET NETWORKS
05.2015 - 05.2016
Production Intern
THE DOCTORS, CBS, STAGE 29 PRODUCTIONS
01.2015 - 04.2015
Executive Assistant
STEEL TITAN PRODUCTIONS
01.2015 - 04.2015
Script Reader
ECLECTIC PICTURES
01.2013 - 01.2014
Talent Intern
VIVE PRODUCTIONS
01.2013 - 01.2014
Writing Intern
INTERN QUEEN
01.2012 - 01.2013
Writing Intern
RADICAL PARENTING, VANESSA VAN EDWARDS
01.2012 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Southern California
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