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Meredith Fisher

South Orange,NJ

Summary

Highly accomplished television executive producer with 10+ years of experience in developing, producing, and delivering high-quality non-fiction programming for major networks. Proven track record of success in creating engaging, informative, and entertaining content that resonates with diverse audiences. Highly skilled in team leadership, innovative storytelling, creative problem solving and industry relations.



Work History

Non-Fiction Television Executive Producer/Showrunner

Freelance
2001 - Current
  • Consistently met or exceeded project deadlines, demonstrating effective time management and organizational skills throughout the production process.
  • Developed strategies for successful project execution, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
  • Coordinated post-production efforts such as editing, sound design, and visual effects to finalize projects according to client expectations.
  • Supervised production team of 5-30 workers to identify problems and provide effective solutions to maintain team productivity.
  • Oversaw all aspects of pre-production, including casting, location scouting, and script revisions to ensure optimal results.
  • Optimized workflow processes through strategic delegation of responsibilities among team members based on their specific skill sets.
  • Implemented quality control measures to verify compliance with artistic and technical standards.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices for effective project management within the industry.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
  • Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
  • 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 define and propel organization's mission and vision.
  • Spearheaded creative development for projects, leading brainstorming sessions and guiding the team in conceptualization efforts.
  • Managed budgets and resources effectively to reduce production costs while maintaining high production value.

Education

Master of Arts - Science and Environmental Journalism

NYU
New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • Develop and implement the creative vision for non-fiction series, specials, and pilot
  • Oversee all aspects of production, from concept development to post-production and delivery
  • Collaborate with producers, writers, and directors to ensure high-quality content that meets network standards
  • Manage show budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective production
  • Build and maintain relationships with talent, agents, and production companies
  • Work closely with network executives to ensure alignment with brand strategy and audience goals
  • Lead and mentor high performing team of producers (field and post), editors, coordinators, and other production staff

Credits

  • 60 Days In: The Aftermath (Reunion), EP/Showrunner, Lucky 8, A&E
  • Family Lockup (wt), EP/Showrunner, Lucky 8, A&E
  • The Kindness Project (pilot), EP/Showrunner (post), Lucky 8, Magnolia Network/D+
  • Prisoner of Love, EP/Showrunner, Jupiter Entertainment, Discovery+/Disc ID
  • La La Anthony Project, EP/Showrunner, DiGa Vision, Facebook Watch
  • Reclaim Your Life, EP/Showrunner, DiGa Vision, Facebook Watch
  • Hair Goddess, EP/Showrunner, Left/Right, TLC
  • Waka Flocka Project (pilot), EP/Showrunner, Left/Right, MTV
  • Single Dad Seeking, EP/Showrunner, Bray Entertainment, TLC
  • Married At First Sight, EP/Showrunner, Kinetic, Lifetime
  • Jamie and Doug Plus 1, EP/Showrunner, Kinetic, Lifetime
  • Scaled, Co-EP, Matador Content, Animal Planet
  • Project Runway, Co-EP, Matador Content, Lifetime
  • Fashion Startup, Co-EP, Matador Content, Lifetime
  • Married at First Sight, EP/Showrunner (Field), Kinetic Content, Lifetime
  • Epic Ink, Co-EP, Matador Content, A&E
  • Player Gets Played, Co-EP, DiGa Vision, Lifetime
  • Welcome To Myrtle Manor, Co-EP, Jupiter Entertainment, TLC
  • Washington Heights, Supervising Producer, Gigantic Production, MTV
  • Survivor: Tocantins, Supervising Producer, Mark Burnett, CBS
  • Survivor: Fans vs. Favorites, Supervising Producer, Mark Burnett, CBS
  • Swamp People: Thanksgiving Special, Supervising Producer, Original Media, History
  • Biggest Loser 9 & 10, Senior Producer/Producer, 3 Ball Entertainment, NBC
  • The Science of Storm Chasing, Producer/Writer, Original Media, Discovery
  • Pregnant in Heels, Producer, Hud:Sun Media, Bravo
  • Storm Chasers, Producer, Original Media, Discovery
  • Cannibalism: Extreme survival, Producer/Director/Writer, Engel Entertainment, History
  • Necrosearch: Unearthing The Truth, Producer/Director/Writer, Engel Entertainment, Nat Geo Int'l
  • Exorcism: Driving Out The Devil, Producer/Director/Writer, Engel Entertainment, History
  • Innovation, Producer/Director/Writer, Engel Entertainment, PBS
  • The Human Body Shop, Producer/Director/Writer, Engel Entertainment, PBS

Additional Information

Highly accomplished television executive producer with 10+ years of experience in developing, producing, and delivering high-quality non-fiction programming for major networks. Proven track record of success in creating engaging, informative, and entertaining content that resonates with diverse audiences. Highly skilled in team leadership, innovative storytelling, creative problem solving and industry relations.

Occupation

Non-Fiction Television Executive Producer/Showrunner

Timeline

Non-Fiction Television Executive Producer/Showrunner

Freelance
2001 - Current

Master of Arts - Science and Environmental Journalism

NYU

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Meredith Fisher