REBECCA PETTIT
Salt Lake City,Utah
Summary
Seasoned Supervising Producer at Gesher Media, adept in digital marketing and leadership, I spearheaded the $1.2 million Legends of the Lost Ark, achieving widespread acclaim. My expertise in visual storytelling and team collaboration has nurtured over 600K views on YouTube, showcasing a profound ability to engage and captivate audiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
SUPERVISING PRODUCER
Gesher Media
Salt Lake City, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Led creative development for Legends of the Lost Ark, including scriptwriting and concept analysis
- Managed a $1.2 million budget, overseeing production timelines and international teams of 200+ crew and 100+ cast across Colombia, England, Jordan, and Israel
- Supervised producers, directors, cinematographers, writers, and editors to ensure high-quality production
- Collaborated with Executive Producers on budgeting and producing while liaising with distributors and marketing brands to establish a pathway to market
- Represented the project at film markets (AFM, MIPCOM, ICVM, NRB), building relationships with distributors
- Directed marketing efforts for Gesher Media, including website design, social media, and promotional materials
CONTENT PRODUCER
Gesher Media
Salt Lake City, USA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Created and launched Behind the Bible, a social media brand across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
- Produced Why Jerusalem Matters, a short-form series and Bronze Crown Award Winner (2023)
- Oversaw the production of 100+ videos, achieving 600K views, 2.5K subscribers, 17.5K likes, 4K watch hours, and 700+ comments on YouTube
PROFESSOR
Jerusalem University College
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Taught Physical Settings of the Bible, JUC’s flagship course
- Designed and developed a curriculum engaging students in Biblical history and geography
- Guided over 500 students through experiential learning field trips in Israel and Jordan
DOCENT
The Writers’ Gathering
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Organized and led 8-day fellowships for mainstream screenwriters, poets, novelists, and playwrights
- Immersed participants in the culture and history of Israel and the Palestinian Territories
- Hosted by Gary and Cindy Bayer
WRITER/PRODUCER
OR Productions
01.2006 - 01.2017
- Produced and directed over ten international short-form films, including:
- Stevie’s Treks to the Holy Land (2012–2015): Award-winning five-part children’s documentary series
- Paradise Palau (2013): Short-form documentary
- Delivered compelling content featured on major platforms such as Nat Geo and History Channel
Education
M.A. - Hebrew Bible
Bar-Ilan University
01.2024
M.A. - Hebraic Roots of Christianity
Jerusalem University College
01.2020
M.A. - Middle Eastern Culture and Religion
Jerusalem University College
01.2006
Skills
- Film Production
- Digital Marketing
- Visual Storytelling
- Public Speaking
- Leadership and Team Collaboration
- Budget Analysis and Negotiation
- Bridge Building
- Brand consistency
- Deadline management
- Location scouting
- Scheduling expertise
- Audience engagement
- Budget oversight
- Creative direction
- Social media strategy
- Content development
- Digital video production process
- Strong creative vision
- Production team leadership
- Strategic brand management
- Strong graphic and visual sense
- Field production
- Content licensing
- Storytelling
- Deadline driven
- Film editing
- Long-term project planning
- Adobe suite
- Lead development
- Budgeting expertise
- Distribution oversight
- Production operations
- Post-production processes
- Script development
Awards
- Crown Awards, Stevie’s Treks to the Holy Land - Gold (2013), Silver, Bronze (2015, 2023)
- ICFF Winner, Best Documentary (2013)
- Indie Short Fest, Best Editing/Best Sound Editing; Best Web and New Media
Timeline
SUPERVISING PRODUCER
Gesher Media
01.2023 - Current
CONTENT PRODUCER
Gesher Media
01.2022 - 01.2023
PROFESSOR
Jerusalem University College
01.2018 - 01.2022
DOCENT
The Writers’ Gathering
01.2017 - 01.2022
WRITER/PRODUCER
OR Productions
01.2006 - 01.2017
M.A. - Hebrew Bible
Bar-Ilan University
M.A. - Hebraic Roots of Christianity
Jerusalem University College
M.A. - Middle Eastern Culture and Religion
Jerusalem University College
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