SADYE ZILLO
New York
Summary
Accomplished sports producer with expertise in content creation and narrative development. Proven track record in coordinating talent and securing partnerships that drive impactful media projects. Enhanced production quality and storytelling through strategic collaboration with athletes and creative teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Producer/Talent Relationship Lead
Hock Films/Words + Pictures
New York
01.2023 - 05.2026
- Secure and coordinate all subjects to be interviewed for "Yankees Win", an 8 part series documentary for ESPN
- Collaborated with writers, directors, and crew to align creative vision and ensure cohesive production
- Developed innovative concepts that enriched storytelling in the documentary
- Conducted research and gathered information to strengthen the documentary's narrative
Coordinating Producer
The Ringer
New York
05.2017 - 01.2024
- Directed all creative aspects for R2C2 Podcast with retired HOF pitcher, CC Sabathia and co-host, Ryan Ruocco.
- Coordinated strategies that drove audience growth and revenue generation
- Managed talent and celebrity guest bookings to enhance show quality
- Developed authentic content that increased listener engagement
Producer/Director
Double C Inc
New York
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Produced and directed all elements of documentary on the life of CC Sabathia and his journey through a nineteen-year baseball career
- Directed planning and managed staff to realize creative vision.
- Facilitated film sale negotiations, resulting in distribution with HBO.
- Consulted on media strategies to elevate project quality.
Senior Director/Athlete Relations
The Players' Tribune
New York
07.2014 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with team in athlete relations marketing and development efforts
- Secured branded content with numerous athletes, including Aaron Judge (Pepsi/Sharpie), Alex Rodriguez (MasterCard), and David Ortiz (MasterCard/Budweiser/Johnnie Walker) to name a few
- Negotiated branded content partnerships with athletes, including Aaron Judge (Pepsi/Sharpie), Alex Rodriguez (MasterCard), and David Ortiz (MasterCard/Budweiser/Johnnie Walker)
- Directed launch of R2C2 podcast featuring Derek Jeter as inaugural guest
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Gettysburg College
Gettysburg, PAHigh School Diploma -
Deerfield Academy
Deerfield, MASkills
- Content strategy
- Content creation
- Content production
- Creative production
- Narrative development
- Concept development
- Talent coordination
- Project management
- Production team leadership
- Timeline management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Creative problem solving
Accomplishments
- Building strong lasting relationships
- Strong communication skills, interpersonal abilities, problem solving, negotiation and trust.
- Talent Coordination: Coordinated all celebrity and athlete guests for podcasts and documentaries.
- Successful Documentary Launch: Directed and produced documentary from beginning to end.
- Branded Content Success: Secured over $2 million in branded content deals.
Timeline
Producer/Talent Relationship Lead
Hock Films/Words + Pictures
01.2023 - 05.2026
Producer/Director
Double C Inc
02.2019 - 02.2020
Coordinating Producer
The Ringer
05.2017 - 01.2024
Senior Director/Athlete Relations
The Players' Tribune
07.2014 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Gettysburg College
High School Diploma -
Deerfield Academy