Steven Tsapelas
Norwalk
Summary
Dedicated writer, producer and filmmaker with experience in both New York and Los Angeles. Always willing to go above and beyond for projects.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Writing Manager
Charter Communications, Spectrum
09.2021 - Current
- Wrote copy for commercials highlighting our Spectrum Internet, Spectrum Mobile and Spectrum TV products, across television, radio and social media.
- Produced scripted content, working closely with productions partners to maintain the integrity and identity of our brand.
- Wrote content for many different facets of our company, including training modules, corporate year-end review videos and informational videos for customers.
Supervising Promo Writer/Producer
Radley East
07.2020 - Current
- Produced the daily on-air promos for NBCU's daytime talk shows, including Maury, The Steve Wilkos Show and Karamo.
- Worked from inception of promo to completion, writing the script then working with editors to craft the final spot.
- Pitched and developed promos for outside companies, including Disney+ and Shark Week.
Freelance Writer
SickBird Productions
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Wrote numerous stories for the LITTY app, which combines text stories with graphic novel images
- Adapted numerous classic literature stories for a modern audience, including Sherlock Holmes, Sleepy Hollow, Peter Pan and The Wizard of Oz.
- Generated new and original ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests, as well as asks from producers.
Lead Copy Editor
SuiteSpot TV
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Wrote and edited the plot descriptions for Topic, a streaming service dedicated to international movies and television shows.
- Increased viewer engagement by refining copy, making it more engaging for an American audience.
Supervising Promo Writer/Producer
SmashPoint CreativeWorks
07.2012 - 07.2020
- Wrote, produced and post-produced the daily on-air promos for several daytime talk shows, including The Maury Show, The Steve Wilkos Show, Crazy Talk, The Trisha Goddard Show and The Jerry Springer Show.
Writer
Mammoth Media
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Wrote content for the app Yarn, including officially licensed stories for Archie Comics and the Marvel Comics.
- Worked closely with our Los Angeles team, pitching concepts to Marvel directly.
Writer
The Hub Network
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Wrote an episode of the Saturday morning cartoon Pound Puppies, which aired on The Hub Network.
- Collaborated with executive producers to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
Writer/Creator
Sony Pictures/CBS Television
11.2007 - 09.2009
- Created the multi-camera sitcom We Need Girlfriends.
- Pitched the series to every major network.
- Worked closely with Executive Producer Darren Star to write the pilot script.
Education
MBA - Marketing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05-2026
B.A. - Film Studies & Production, English Minor
Hofstra University
01.2003
Skills
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Editing software, including Avid, DaVinci, iMovie
Accomplishments
Winner of several screenwriting awards, including the Long Island International Film Expo, the Ridgefield Film Festival and the Chain NYC Film Festival.
Timeline
Creative Writing Manager
Charter Communications, Spectrum
09.2021 - Current
Freelance Writer
SickBird Productions
10.2020 - 06.2021
Supervising Promo Writer/Producer
Radley East
07.2020 - Current
Lead Copy Editor
SuiteSpot TV
07.2019 - 12.2020
Writer
Mammoth Media
03.2018 - 12.2019
Supervising Promo Writer/Producer
SmashPoint CreativeWorks
07.2012 - 07.2020
Writer
The Hub Network
06.2010 - 08.2010
Writer/Creator
Sony Pictures/CBS Television
11.2007 - 09.2009
B.A. - Film Studies & Production, English Minor
Hofstra University
MBA - Marketing
Southern New Hampshire University
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