KIM ROBERTO
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable television executive with 10+ years in scripted development and current programming, known for crafting detailed, actionable creative notes that support writers and elevate projects. Delivered 1,100+ hours of content across TV and streaming by leveraging IP, building trusted industry relationships at every level, and balancing creative goals with production needs. Forward-thinking advocate for diverse voices and inclusive storytelling that resonates with global audiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director Lead, Live Action – Creative Affairs
DC – Warner Bros. Discovery
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Oversaw and streamlined a slate of 65+ television and streaming projects through all stages of production—from development to post-production and final delivery—while leading a team of 3 executives
- Delivered clear, actionable creative notes in both written and verbal formats
- Liaised with internal teams and external partners, including top-tier talent, studio/network executives, producers, agents, and managers, as well as business affairs, legal, marketing, public relations, production, and casting teams
- Collaborated with production and studio/network teams to effectively manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with creative and operational goals
- Designed and implemented cross-platform content strategies spanning film, TV, games, and consumer products, with a focus on Kids and Young Adults, Comedy, International, and TV-Film Spin-Offs
- Pitched and sold 7 live-action DC series, setting a record for the slate
- Spearheaded Crisis on Infinite Earths, a $200M+ multi-series crossover event with record-breaking viewership
- Produced Earth Prime, a 6-issue comic series connecting live-action TV narratives with publishing
- Led The Milestone Initiative, amplifying 24 diverse creators and achieving over 1 billion impressions
Creative Director, Television – Current & Development
DC – Warner Bros. Discovery
03.2018 - 03.2022
- Oversaw development and production for a slate of 85+ returning and new series, managing creative and logistical challenges during two corporate mergers, mass layoffs, and a global pandemic
- Acted as DC’s on-set producer for pilot episodes and crossover events, providing real-time creative notes, detailed set reports, and ensuring seamless collaboration with production teams
- Reviewed scripts, outlines, and cuts, delivering clear, actionable feedback through written documents and follow-up discussions to align narrative goals with audience expectations
- Facilitated cross-functional communication to keep internal and external stakeholders aligned
- Delivered consistently high ratings for flagship series, including Lucifer (4.21M viewers), Arrow (3.54M viewers), Gotham (3.46M viewers), and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow (3.33M viewers)
- Designed and led DC’s 8-week Summer Internship Program
- Developed the Learning Club, mentoring 10+ creative executives, coordinators, and assistants in leadership, team building, and DE&I initiatives
Creative Executive, Live Action – Film and Television
DC – Warner Bros. Discovery
07.2015 - 03.2018
- Oversaw all creative aspects of 10+ live-action films and television series, making set visits, providing creative notes, and ensuring franchise alignment across projects
- Spearheaded the development of DC intellectual property by analyzing and managing a database of 900+ assets
- Collaborated with talent and representatives to align staffing decisions with creative and production needs
- Played a pivotal role in the #SaveLucifer campaign, which resulted in Netflix acquiring and continuing the series
- Produced Gotham Motion Comics, expanding DC’s reach into innovative storytelling formats
Coordinator, Television – Current Programming
The CW Television Network
05.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed scheduling, correspondence, and travel logistics for 2 senior executives, Traci Blackwell and Liz Wise
- Took detailed notes during creative meetings and delivered actionable follow-up feedback to writers and producers
- Supervised and mentored 2 interns, fostering skills in research, communication, and critical analysis
- Provided creative feedback on story areas, outlines, scripts, and cuts, across 14+ current series
- Contributed to the development of Jane the Virgin, which earned The CW its first Golden Globe Award, and Vixen, DC's first animated streaming series and its first animated Black female superhero
Executive Assistant
Management 360
02.2012 - 05.2014
- Supported founding partner/talent manager David Seltzer and literary manager Jill McElroy in assisting over 100+ clients, including A-list actors, writers, directors, and producers.
Education
Certificate in Strategy Execution -
Harvard Business School Online
Re07.2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Writing for Film & Television
University of the Arts
Philadelphia, PA05.2010
Skills
- Comprehensive Note Writing & Documentation
- Production Schedule Management
- Prioritizing Tasks in Development & Production Cycles
- Strategic Content Planning
- Project Building & Talent Pairing
- Talent Tracking & List Building
- Relationship Building & Stakeholder Management
- Team-Focused Work Ethic
Affiliations
- Television Academy (Emmy Voting Member)
- Hollywood Radio & Television Society (HRTS) – Featured panelist, 'How to Build a Franchise'
Timeline
Creative Director Lead, Live Action – Creative Affairs
DC – Warner Bros. Discovery
03.2022 - 05.2023
Creative Director, Television – Current & Development
DC – Warner Bros. Discovery
03.2018 - 03.2022
Creative Executive, Live Action – Film and Television
DC – Warner Bros. Discovery
07.2015 - 03.2018
Coordinator, Television – Current Programming
The CW Television Network
05.2014 - 07.2015
Executive Assistant
Management 360
02.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Writing for Film & Television
University of the Arts
Certificate in Strategy Execution -
Harvard Business School Online
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