Madi Lipari
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Award-winning video producer and storyteller with 10+ years creating content that informs and inspires audiences. Expert at turning complex topics into clear narratives for everyone from frontline employees to c-suite level executives. I excel at working with corporate partners and leaders to create video communications that build culture and drive engagement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Producer
Kim Komando Show
Phoenix, AZ
11.2022 - Current
- Manage full production from start to finish, including planning, filming, and editing.
- Script, produce, and edit executive interviews and feature segments.
- Launched and managed two new podcasts, growing digital audience by 50% to over 1M monthly listeners.
- Research and vet expert guests, checking credentials and claims about tech, data breaches, and consumer protection.
- Track breaking tech news, using research techniques to find original sources and confirm accuracy.
- Turn technical information into clear content that general audiences understand.
- Conduct and direct on-camera interviews, making talent comfortable.
- Oversee editorial calendars, team operations, and guest bookings for timely, accurate, high-quality production.
- Work with marketing and digital teams to align messaging and strengthen the show's online community.
- Manage production budgets and timelines to deliver projects on schedule.
- Mentor staff in project management, editorial ethics, and broadcast best practices.
Social Media Manager
Avnet
Phoenix, AZ
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Led global social strategy for a Fortune 500 technology distributor, maintaining brand consistency and data-driven storytelling across platforms.
- Increased engagement by 5% across all social media platforms.
- Designed and executed large-scale digital activations, including Times Square and Super Bowl campaigns.
- Collaborated with internal departments and partner agencies to ensure all communications reflected Avnet's mission and community values.
- Tracked engagement metrics and used insights to refine strategy and strengthen audience connection.
- Shot, edited and produced high performing social videos.
Television Producer
RightThisMinute
Phoenix, AZ
05.2013 - 06.2021
- Worked for a nationally syndicated weekday television show under Disney-ABC Home Entertainment and Television Distribution.
- Researched viral content by locating original sources and confirming authenticity before broadcast to millions of viewers.
- Fact-checked user-generated content, evaluating credibility and identifying potential misinformation across social platforms.
- Reviewed content against broadcast standards, catching inaccuracies and legal risks before air.
- Directed and monitored live segments during filming, maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines.
- Curated and evaluated hundreds of potential stories every week, identifying credible sources across social platforms.
- Located and interviewed original content creators and eyewitnesses to verify viral claims.
- Negotiated content licenses for broadcast television and social media within budget.
- Managed partnerships with agencies, brands, and influencers.
- Trained and supervised company interns on research methods and editorial standards.
Video Editor
KAET-PBS
Phoenix, AZ
08.2010 - 05.2013
- Delivered timely video edits for review and final delivery, ensuring quality and accuracy.
- Organized and managed raw footage from multiple cameras and sources for seamless editing.
- Produced dynamic edits with a variety of camera angles, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects to enhance storytelling.
- Conceptualized and executed creative video edits to engage target audiences and meet project goals.
- Edited promotional content for local PBS shows and managed production schedules to ensure timely completion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ05-2013
Skills
- Scheduling and timelines
- Staff supervision
- Scriptwriting & Storyboarding
- AVID & Final Cut Pro
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Video & Audio Production
- Multi-camera & Live Broadcasting
- HD Tapeless Workflows
- Digital Strategy
- Mondaycom & Project Management Tools
- Social Media Analytics
- Audience Growth Strategy
- Budget & Timeline Management
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
- Winner, 2022 IABC Gold Quill Award of Excellence – Avnet Centennial Celebration Campaign
- Produced the #1 weekend tech radio show in the U.S., heard on 500+ stations
- Manage the Kim Komando Show family of podcasts, growing to over 500K+ monthly downloads
- Work featured by PBS, Daily Mail, HLN and ABC Affiliates
Timeline
Executive Producer
Kim Komando Show
11.2022 - Current
Social Media Manager
Avnet
05.2021 - 12.2022
Television Producer
RightThisMinute
05.2013 - 06.2021
Video Editor
KAET-PBS
08.2010 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Arizona State University