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Gedeon Naudet

NEW YORK

Summary

French-born American producer and director of over six prime-time documentary films (CBS, CNN, HBO, SHOWTIME, TF1, BBC), including my brother and I landmark film "9/11", which remains the most-watched television documentary ever broadcast. I excel in crafting compelling narratives and leading diverse teams. I ensure meticulous production planning while fostering collaboration to deliver impactful stories.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Documentary Producer & Director

Goldfish Pictures
New York, NY
03.2001 - Current

My work as creator, producer and director includes : ‘The Presidents' Gatekeepers’ (Discovery Channel), an account of five decades of presidential history as seen through the eyes of twenty White House chiefs of staff. ‘The Spymasters: CIA in the Crosshairs’ (Showtime and CBS) revealing the inner workings of one of the world's most powerful intelligence organization, with unprecedented access to all 12 living CIA directors and top agency operatives. November 13th: Fluctuat Nec Mergitur’ (Netflix): A three-part series chronicling the terrorist attacks in Paris on November 13, 2015 from the perspective of more than 40 witnesses: civilians, rescue workers, Paris Mayor Hidalgo and French President Hollande. ‘Notre Dame de Paris’ (ABC and TF1), an account of the firefighters inside the cathedral, along with clergy and local officials, reliving the night the world almost saw Notre Dame Cathedral completely destroyed. The 53rd Official Olympic and Paralympic Games Film and series with FranceTV. For the first time in its history, the International Olympic Committee has given to the Naudet brothers unfettered access to follow the behind the scenes of the most watched event in the world. From its final preparation of Olympic sites to the training of athletes for the ultimate competition of their lives. January 6th’ (HBO, CNN, Discovery+) a first-hand, minute by minute account from 50 senators, representatives and staffers from both parties as well as police officers revealing their experience the day a mob attacked the Capitol to prevent elected officials from certifying the 2020 presidential election. It is the only documentary for which the Capitol Police and the DC Police officially participated. Emmy nominated for Best Documentary. In God’s Name’ with CBS: an intimate look at the lives, hopes and fears of the world’s great religious leaders. 9/11, which has been compared, for its historical significance, to the Zapruder film of the JFK's assassination. Airing on CBS and in 137 countries, 9/11 won every honor in television, including Emmy, Peabody and DuPont awards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

NYU TSOA
New York City

Skills

  • Documentary Storytelling & Narrative Structure
  • Field Producing / Directing & Talent Direction
  • Crew Leadership & Collaboration
  • Production Planning, Scheduling & Management
  • Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Post-Production Workflows
  • Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Documentary Producer & Director

Goldfish Pictures
03.2001 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

NYU TSOA
Gedeon Naudet