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Jennifer Lupinacci

Creative Executive
Westport,CT

Summary

Passionate and dedicated content executive with over 15 years of experience in children's media, committed to developing world-class content that resonates with young audiences. Adept at overseeing creative development, production, and broadcast, building strong partnerships and positive team dynamics. Passionate, experienced kids media content professional with excellent multitasking, organizational and verbal and written communication skills. Expertise includes creative development, production, broadcast and platform experience. Bringing 15+ years of related experience.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Content Consultant

FREELANCE
05.2019 - Current
  • Utilized exceptional content knowledge and industry insight to provide creative and content development of media projects for children.
  • Pitch series concepts to platforms.
  • Mentor to emerging talent with emphasis on projects and creators from diverse backgrounds/perspectives.

Producer

GBH Kids
11.2017 - 05.2019

Oversaw content development, production, and delivery of 80 episodes and 1-hour special of PBSKids series Pinkalicious & Peterrific

  • Built and maintained excellent, productive and collaborative relationships with co-production partners, working with partners across various time zones and geographic regions.
  • Created effective processes for content development, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Collaborated with network executives to maintain series support.
  • Developed schedules for writing, production and editing for timely delivery.
  • Alleviated issues within script and animation teams to keep projects on track.
  • Participated in meetings with co-producers and production crew and external stakeholders to keep program in step with creative vision.

Industry Consultant

BAFTA New York
01.2011 - 11.2017
  • Utilized in-depth knowledge of kids media industry and trends, and mined extensive contacts, to create opportunities for connection and influence, successfully producing 4 major industry events that elevated BAFTA NY's profile.
  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders for growth opportunities and successful partnerships

Parenthood

Family Care Leave
01.2004 - 11.2017
  • Dedicated 13+ years to raising and nurturing three children, overseeing their emotional well-being, education, nutrition and health while navigating international moves.
  • Developed strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
  • Returning to workforce with renewed focus and dedication and enhanced knowledge and awareness of children's media habits and consumption.

Associate Director

PBS KIDS
01.2000 - 12.2003
  • Oversaw management of over two dozen series in development and on-air, focusing on content execution and analysis, strategy and producer engagement
  • Managed robust submission pipeline, evaluating pitches and proposals for broadcast.
  • Served as key contributor in execution of Childrens' Programming strategy across platforms.
  • Contributed to strategic vision and direction of platform, ensuring content aligned with strategy and mission.

Story Editor

ITV, Scottish TV, Disney Channel UK
09.1995 - 01.2000
  • Led creative story development for animated series, fostering successful relationships with creators, writers, producers, crew and partners/stakeholders.

Director, Creative Services

Jim Henson Company
03.1989 - 09.1995
  • Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple projects in creative development across variety of platforms, including television series, pitches, merchandising and special events.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies

New York University
New York

Skills

Content oversight & strategy development

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Software

MS Office, Google Suite, Outlook, Cloud Management, Communication Apps, Project Management, Scripting, Graphic Design

Timeline

Creative Content Consultant

FREELANCE
05.2019 - Current

Producer

GBH Kids
11.2017 - 05.2019

Industry Consultant

BAFTA New York
01.2011 - 11.2017

Parenthood

Family Care Leave
01.2004 - 11.2017

Associate Director

PBS KIDS
01.2000 - 12.2003

Story Editor

ITV, Scottish TV, Disney Channel UK
09.1995 - 01.2000

Director, Creative Services

Jim Henson Company
03.1989 - 09.1995

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies

New York University
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