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Jacob Tanur

Hollis Hills,NY

Summary

Results-oriented Producer with over 15 years of experience working on every angle of television and video production for some of the most popular shows on Netflix, Hearst Television, and other popular networks and ad agencies. Highlights include producing promos for House of Cards, Stranger Things, and YOU; being the creator and showrunner for two unscripted original series acquired by Zee TV US; and the headline show for Hearst Television's streaming network Very Local. Possessing an eye for innovative concepts and skills in tapping into broad audience appeal all the way from preproduction through production and delivery.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Producer

Click Play Films
02.2013 - Current
  • Built relationships with customers in advertising agencies and streaming and TV networks to promote long term business growth.
  • Developed production plans and organized resources to deliver projects promptly for advertising agencies, Fortune 100 clients, start-ups, and creators.
  • Built an extensive network of artists, directors and crew members to work on films, television shows and albums.
  • Determined project budgets to estimate and control overall project costs. And maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
  • Supervised and executed the content creation process to ensure it was on-brand, impactful, and relevant.
  • Approved the procurement of needed services, resources, equipment, and supplies.
  • Kept key team members informed of the status and vision through milestone updates and work-in-progress presentations. Collaborated with the legal department to draw up contracts for artists, crew members, IP, and locations.
  • Directed producers, actors, and other creative personnel to see projects through to completion according to plan.
  • Enforced adherence with safety regulations and industry standards to keep productions compliant.

Executive Producer

Boston Rob Does Beantown
04.2021 - 05.2023
  • Created the Story and Format for the local travel show Boston Rob Does Beantown. Researched, developed, and pitched episodes that reflected the unique sensibilities of the streaming network as well as the local stations.
  • Determined project budgets to estimate and control overall project costs.
  • Cast Rob Mariano as the host.
  • Scouted and secured over 100 locations and activities to participate in the show.
  • Selected and hired directors and crew members for each episode of each season. Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create high-quality program content.
  • Supervised the entire production process to adhere to Network requirements and exceed expectations, including the implementation of quality control measures to verify compliance with artistic and technical standards.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and finishing departments for timely delivery. Developed production plans and organized resources to achieve prompt delivery of projects.
  • Collaborated with network and advertising teams to achieve the successful launch of episodes.

Executive Producer

Married In 7 Days
09.2017 - 03.2019
  • Co-Creator, Writer, Co-Showrunner of Zee TVs first American original programing series called Married in 7 Days. Presented ongoing production ideas and determined creative scenarios for the story.
  • Selected the executive team, including the showrunner, supervising producers, story producers, artists, directors, and crew members, to work on the series.
  • Developed and executed a multi-million dollar budget for the Network. Approved procurement of needed services, resources, equipment and supplies. Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
  • Developed schedules for pre-production, production, editing, and timely delivery. Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work. Monitored production and evaluated performance against set targets, making adjustments to areas of weakness.
  • Reviewed dailies to determine the quality and effectiveness of the story. Implemented quality control measures to verify compliance with artistic and technical standards. Kept key stakeholders informed of status and vision through milestone updates and work-in-progress presentations.

Advertising Account Executive

All Taxi Management
03.2004 - 02.2013
  • 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.
  • Sold non-traditional advertising in taxi cabs, coffee cups, and other niche and commercial publications, digital platforms, and direct mail formats.
  • Researched and customized service proposals for clients to meet requirements and set profitable compensation scale. Helped customers determine the design and layout of sold spec ads. Directed copy preparation, proof evaluation and layout enhancement for advertising materials.
  • Communicated regularly with territory, regional, and strategic managers for daily support and strategic planning for accounts.
  • Played a key role in achieving and maintaining top client satisfaction and retention by ensuring the effectiveness and accuracy of ads and listings.
  • Resulted in over $1,000,000 in revenue yearly.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising

Pace University
New York, NY
06.2024

Skills

  • Concept Development
  • Project Management
  • Client Relations
  • Schedule Management
  • Creative Direction
  • Project Coordination
  • Effective Communication
  • Copy Editing
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Production Processes

Timeline

Executive Producer

Boston Rob Does Beantown
04.2021 - 05.2023

Executive Producer

Married In 7 Days
09.2017 - 03.2019

Executive Producer

Click Play Films
02.2013 - Current

Advertising Account Executive

All Taxi Management
03.2004 - 02.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising

Pace University

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