Steven Tsapelas
Norwalk,CT
Summary
Creative Writing Manager with extensive experience in Marketing and Television, specializing in scripted content that enhances brand engagement. Proven ability to manage projects effectively while crafting narratives that resonate with audiences. Expertise in driving viewer connection and reinforcing brand integrity through compelling storytelling.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Writing Manager
Charter Communications, Spectrum
09.2021 - Current
- Drive brand creative for Spectrum Internet, Spectrum Mobile and Spectrum TV products, across television, radio and social media.
- Produce engaging and up-to-date scripted content, collaborating closely with productions partners to uphold brand integrity.
- Crafted diverse content for different facets of our company, including training modules, corporate year-end review videos and informational videos for customers.
- Managed projects with high expectations and tight deadlines for senior marketing executives.
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.
- Oversaw the entire promo process from concepting to post-production editing.
- Conceptualized and pitched concepts for external partners, including Disney+ and Shark Week.
Freelance Writer
SickBird Productions
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Crafted engaging stories for Litty, transforming app-based storytelling through text and graphic art.
- Developed innovative concepts across genres for series tailored to audience preferences.
- Modernized classic literature adaptations, including Sherlock Holmes, Sleepy Hollow, Peter Pan, and The Wizard of Oz.
Lead Copy Editor
SuiteSpot TV
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Drove creative copy for Topic, a streaming service dedicated to showcasing international movies and television shows.
- Increased viewer engagement by refining copy, making it more relevant for an American audience.
- Executed rigorous fact-checking procedures to ensure accuracy in published materials.
Supervising Promo Writer/Producer
SmashPoint CreativeWorks
07.2012 - 07.2020
- Executed and edited daily on-air promos for various daytime talk shows, including The Maury Show and The Jerry Springer Show.
- Directed on-air talent, including Maury Povich and Jerry Springer, for voiceover and on-camera promotional content.
- Collaborated within a team of six to produce over 500 unique creative pieces annually.
- Ensured strict adherence to deadlines while maintaining brand integrity for series with millions of viewers.
Writer
Mammoth Media
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Crafted engaging content for Yarn, a text-message based storytelling app to boost user engagement.
- Developed original stories featuring licensed characters from Marvel Comics, the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Archie Comics.
- Collaborated with Los Angeles editorial team, pitching innovative concepts directly to Marvel.
Writer
The Hub Network
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Scripted an episode of the Saturday morning cartoon Pound Puppies, which aired on The Hub Network in November 2011.
- Collaborated with executive producers Joe Ansolabehere and Paul Germain to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
Writer/Creator
Sony Pictures/CBS Television
11.2007 - 09.2009
- Developed multi-camera sitcom We Need Girlfriends, inspired by a popular webseries that I created.
- The original webseries attracted millions monthly on YouTube, MySpace, and iTunes.
- Pitched series to all major networks for potential distribution.
- Collaborated with Executive Producer Darren Star to craft pilot script.
- Highlighted in major publications including The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Guardian Unlimited.
Education
Master of Science - Marketing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06-2026
B.A. - Film Studies & Production, English Minor
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY06-2003
Skills
- Proficient in editing software, including Avid, DaVinci, iMovie
- Verbal and written communication
- Creative development
- Problem-solving skills
- Scriptwriting
- Audience engagement
- Project management
- Brand management
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Script development
- Marketing
Accomplishments
Writer/Director of award-winning independent feature films.
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
Master of Science - Marketing
Southern New Hampshire University
B.A. - Film Studies & Production, English Minor
Hofstra University