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Fred Brown

Brooklyn,NY
Fred Brown

Summary

Seasoned Media professional with 20 years of solid industry experience with noted flagship companies in both the private and non-profit sectors. 2023 NY Emmy-nominated producer at BRIC TV. Vast experience with managing community and public affairs programs; excellent writing, public speaking and social engagement skills; energetic and dedicate manager with high emotional intelligence. Deep understanding of community and corporate partnerships.

Overview

40
years of professional experience

Work History

BRICartsmedia

Supervising Producer & DEI Liaison
09.2008 - Current

Job overview

  • Producer/On-Air Talent for Community Affairs tv segment called "Around Town w/Fred Brown" (2010-2014)
  • Liaised with directors and producers to book talent and write scripts for BRIC daily public affairs show.
  • Collaborated with clients and creative teams to develop, plan and execute production projects.
  • Assessed markets and ratings to develop effective goals and plans to improve production quality.
  • Produced daily live show segment with range of news and public affairs content.
  • Supervised crews for in-studio and field productions
  • Estimated and managed production budgets by overseeing expenses and payroll, controlling budgets up to $10K
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
  • Enforced adherence with safety regulations and industry standards to keep productions compliant.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences.
  • Booked guests for on-air interviews and assigned stories to reporters to manage coverage and schedule needs.
  • Line-produced podcast series
  • Developed compelling storylines by conducting thorough research and engaging in pre-production planning.

New York Times Company

Advertising Sales Representative
03.2005 - 08.2008

Job overview

  • Sent clients estimates of costs for advertising products or services and followed up by phone call or email.
  • Played key role in achieving and maintaining top client satisfaction and retention by ensuring accuracy of ads and listings.
  • Built strong client relationships and provided high value-adding services, resulting in increased company market share.
  • Communicated regularly with territory, regional, and strategic managers for daily support and strategic planning for accounts.
  • Created and presented media and advertising packages to prospective customers.
  • Developed sales leads and uncovered new business opportunities through prospecting and cold calling.
  • Used consultative sales techniques to pinpoint customers' advertising needs and close on short-term and long-term sales contracts.
  • Maximized ROI of advertising campaigns through continual analysis of performance, response-rates and results.
  • Increased sales average through prospecting for new business at networking events and cold calling.

Thirteen/WNET Group (PBS)

Associate Director, Fundraising Development
12.1996 - 07.2005

Job overview

  • Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
  • Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
  • Led teams of up to 4 personnel and 25 volunteers, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

C-SPAN Cable Network

Associate Producer
05.1986 - 05.1998

Job overview

  • Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
  • Edited video, choosing appropriate shots matching perfectly with news stories.
  • Determined project budgets to estimate and control overall project costs.
  • Hired and oversaw field crew for special events and location shoots.
  • Determined editorial direction and content quality for each production.

National Association Of Black Owned Broadcasters

Marketing Director
06.1988 - 06.1996

Job overview

  • Built strong relationships with industry professionals and influencers.
  • Devised marketing plans using digital strategies, print advertising, and word of mouth tactics.
  • Created content and promotional materials to drive engagement and conversions.
  • Deployed well-coordinated campaigns, events and public relations strategies to promote brand.

Smithsonian Institute

Public Affairs Manager
06.1994 - 05.1996

Job overview

  • Assisted with marketing strategy development to increase public awareness and customer engagement.
  • Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
  • Wrote press releases for routine use and crisis management.

The Washington Post Company

Public Relations Associate/Freelance Content Writer
05.1988 - 08.1994

Job overview

  • Produced and distributed internal and external communications.
  • Assisted with marketing strategy development to increase public awareness and customer engagement.
  • Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
  • Wrote press releases for routine use and crisis management.

C-SPAN Cable Network

Associate Producer
05.1984 - 05.1988

Job overview

  • Edited video, choosing appropriate shots matching perfectly with news stories.
  • Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
  • Determined project budgets to estimate and control overall project costs.
  • Hired and oversaw field crew for special events and location shoots.
  • Completed deep research of key topics and filtered according to story development plan.

Black Entertainment Television (BET)

Affiliate Marketing Representative
07.1984 - 07.1986

Job overview

  • Handled customer complaints quickly and professionally to restore customer confidence and prevent loss of business.
  • Greeted customers warmly to set tone of customer experience and provide welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
  • Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
  • Communicated with clients and customers to gather, provide and share updated information on products and services.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.

Education

Howard University
Washington, DC

Bachelor of Arts from Journalism, Broadcast

University Overview

  • 2022 New York Emmy Aware nominee for short Business documentary video package
  • Short Documentary Select and Premiere screening @ AMC Theater, Times Square, NYC - Urban World Film Festival (2019)

Skills

  • Content Development
  • Audience Engagement
  • Deadline Management
  • Project Management

Timeline

Supervising Producer & DEI Liaison

BRICartsmedia
09.2008 - Current

Advertising Sales Representative

New York Times Company
03.2005 - 08.2008

Associate Director, Fundraising Development

Thirteen/WNET Group (PBS)
12.1996 - 07.2005

Public Affairs Manager

Smithsonian Institute
06.1994 - 05.1996

Marketing Director

National Association Of Black Owned Broadcasters
06.1988 - 06.1996

Public Relations Associate/Freelance Content Writer

The Washington Post Company
05.1988 - 08.1994

Associate Producer

C-SPAN Cable Network
05.1986 - 05.1998

Affiliate Marketing Representative

Black Entertainment Television (BET)
07.1984 - 07.1986

Associate Producer

C-SPAN Cable Network
05.1984 - 05.1988

Howard University

Bachelor of Arts from Journalism, Broadcast

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