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JOHN GRILL

New Providence,New Jersey

Summary

Professional Video Producer of over 25 years capable of leading a company's entertainment and media projects from concept to completion using an array of diverse technical tools and software. With specific expertise in: Sales & Marketing: Skillfully manage media production, marketing, and project management, contributing to the growth and profitability of clients. Develop strong partnerships and successfully liaise with all stakeholders. Production Management: Exercise exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills with strong abilities in all aspects of production including lighting, audio, filming, editing, and motion graphics. Solid record of leading and fostering dedicated technical and production teams. Creative Vision: Lead creative teams in developing complex multimedia footage with a keen eye for detail and original composition. Provide oversight of videography, style, and graphic presentation. Client/Creative Management: Manage preproduction and logistics for all content shoots with partners. Increase client visibility through strategic market planning and inbound social media strategies.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Production Executive

SportsGrid
04.2023 - Current
  • Manage on-site, live broadcasts, including Super Bowl and NCAA
  • •Create and execute show visions in line with company mission
  • •Run studio elements and oversee show direction
  • •Provide oversight and final judgment for broadcast
  • •Liaison between production staff, on-air talent, executives
  • •Assist with managerial responsibilities, including staffing, technical troubleshooting, and workflow changes.
  • Train Operators In V-mix, TD, camera operation, etc

PITCH-CAST Producer

01.2020 - Current
  • Pitch-cast is a MLB product that supplies broadcast rights holders with data visualization tools for use during live television productions
  • Set up graphic rendering software and calibrate cameras by accessing remote computers
  • Communicate with broadcasters prior to games to ensure everything is functioning properly
  • Monitor and QC multiple live games
  • Make in-game graphic adjustments and/or re-calibration as needed
  • Serve as point person for broadcasters if they have issues or questions in-game, and escalating those as needed.

Vice President

TURNER BROADCASTING
01.1989 - 01.2014
  • Worked closely with the executives of all Turner Broadcasting networks to execute a successful business growth strategy
  • Leveraged expertise to drive sales for all Turner Broadcasting brands, including CNN, TNT, TBS, Cartoon Network, and Turner Sports
  • Provided turnkey production for all Turner Broadcast Brands
  • Contributed to the increase in company sales from $2 billion to $6 billion over six years
  • Saved the company millions as a result of using in-house production management skills
  • Exemplified excellent written and spoken communication with leads and clients
  • Exercised best practices in all areas of time, team, and contract management
  • Achieved product launch and redesign functional parity with broadcast networks and cable sales
  • Exercised corporate marketing skills to grow client base
  • Incorporated our digital positions in all TBS video presentations
  • Sought opportunities to meet with diverse groups throughout the corporation.

Education

Arts

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Skills

  • Editing oversight
  • Program pacing
  • Financing coordination
  • Location scouting
  • Technical supervision
  • Adobe Suite
  • Premiere Pro
  • Aftereffects
  • Photoshop, etc

Timeline

Senior Production Executive

SportsGrid
04.2023 - Current

PITCH-CAST Producer

01.2020 - Current

Vice President

TURNER BROADCASTING
01.1989 - 01.2014

Arts

University of Pittsburgh
JOHN GRILL