Nancy Harrison
Seasoned Journalist, Producer and Writer
Madison,CT
Summary
Award-winning journalist with a strong background in both broadcast and digital media. Extensive experience in fast-paced, deadline-driven breaking news environments. Skilled storyteller and accomplished writer who effectively engages audiences and delivers compelling content. Strategic mindset and exceptional multitasking abilities for precise project planning and execution. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Docs, Avid, and Premiere Pro for high-quality work production.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Producer
SAG Awards
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Performed background research and conducted on-location interviews with Mariska Hargitay, Liza Colon-Zayas and Jenna Ortega for pre-taped show packages.
- Liaised with stakeholders to address any concerns or requests during development stages.
- Enhanced production quality by coordinating with the DP and other crew members on set.
Supervising Producer
REVOLT News
05.2022 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: Media company dedicated to Black culture
- Supervised news coverage for the newsmagazine show 'Revolt Black News Weekly' as well as Revolt News' digital and social media platforms.
- Crafted REVOLT's political coverage, formulating strategy for daily reports from the Democratic and Republican conventions, spearheading live in-studio bipartisan discussion panels and securing relevant bookings with elected officials.
- Managed the talent booking department, building strong relationships with political power brokers and newsmakers.
- Oversaw one-hour news specials, developing compelling storylines thorough extensive research and pre-production planning.
- Mentored junior producers, fostering a supportive environment that led to professional growth and development.
Supervising Producer
Getting Grilled with Curtis Stone
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: Video podcast series that aired on the HSN app
- Leveraged strong industry relationships to book high profile guests including Robin Thicke and AJ McLean.
- Developed compelling storylines by conducting thorough research and engaging in pre-production planning.
- Liaised with host Curtis Stone to thoroughly prep him for interviews.
Co-Executive Producer
REVOLT x Michelle Obama: A Cross-Generational Conversation
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Led the negotiations to secure Michelle Obama and oversaw talent booking for the special's discussion panel which included Kelly Rowland, H.E.R., Winnie Harlow, Angie Martinez and Tina Knowles.
- Key member of the creative team that conceived the idea for the 90-minute TV special, collaborating on the rundown, discussion points and panel composition.
- Guided the live-to-tape studio production from the control room, delivering host cues, managing the discussion flow and making revisions to the rundown for timing.
Supervising Producer
PEOPLE (The TV Show)
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Helped launch a companion TV show to PEOPLE Magazine, collaborating with senior staff to develop the show's tone, design and booking strategy.
- Oversaw the music department, pitching story ideas and securing bookings with A-Listers including Taylor Swift, Doja Cat, Carrie Underwood and Adam Levine.
- Liaised with the Music Editors of the print and digital platforms, coordinating coverage and sharing content to maximize impact.
- Field produced major interviews.
- Wrote both long lead and breaking news segments.
Senior Talent Booker
Paley Center for Media
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Built up the booking department, developing and implementing a strategy, bolstering and expanding relationships with publicists, agents and managers and enhancing work flow with internal marketing and PR.
- Secured high profile participants for live events and discussion panels, including Joe Scarborough, Tina Fey, Jimmy Fallon and former Ohio Governor John Kasich.
Supervising Producer
Access Hollywood and Access Hollywood Live
06.2014 - 06.2019
- Cultivated industry relationships leading to rare bookings including Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney and Billie Eilish.
- Boosted the profile of the live daily talk show 'Access Hollywood Live' by booking Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande and Zendaya, helping the show to expand into 60% more markets.
- Wrote and produced segments on deadline for both Access Hollywood and Access Hollywood Live, field producing noted shoots, procuring necessary photo and video elements and working closely with editors on the final cut.
Coordinating Producer
Access Hollywood and Access Hollywood Live
08.2005 - 06.2014
- Helped launch the live daily talk show 'Access Hollywood Live', shaping the tone and format by writing and producing segments.
- Tripled music coverage on 'Access Hollywood' by bolstering key industry relationships, resulting in bookings that outpaced our biggest competitors.
- Booked some of 'Access Hollywood's' most newsworthy exclusives including an all-access tour piece with Beyonce and an interview with Eminem about his sobriety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications and Government
Cornell University
Ithaca, NYSkills
PowerPoint Proficiency
Excel Proficiency
iNews Proficiency
Facilitating Live Discussions
On-Site Live Coverage
Breaking News
Live Stream Production
Content Creation
Team Management
Talent booking
Researching
Story Development
Segment Development
On-Site Production Management
Content Writing
Timeline
Field Producer
SAG Awards
02.2025 - 03.2025
Supervising Producer
Getting Grilled with Curtis Stone
10.2023 - 05.2024
Co-Executive Producer
REVOLT x Michelle Obama: A Cross-Generational Conversation
08.2022 - 12.2022
Supervising Producer
REVOLT News
05.2022 - 02.2025
Supervising Producer
PEOPLE (The TV Show)
06.2020 - 05.2022
Senior Talent Booker
Paley Center for Media
07.2019 - 06.2020
Supervising Producer
Access Hollywood and Access Hollywood Live
06.2014 - 06.2019
Coordinating Producer
Access Hollywood and Access Hollywood Live
08.2005 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Communications and Government
Cornell University