Sydney Jennings
Los Angeles
Summary
Creative Development Executive with 5+ years of experience in scripted and unscripted television. Proven track record in concept development, project management, and talent collaboration. Adept at translating creative vision into compelling pitch materials and decks. Known for a collaborative leadership style and staying ahead of industry trends.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Executive
Confluential Films
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Developed and produced trailer and deck materials from concept to execution.
- Monitored industry trends to keep creative concepts fresh and engaging.
- Facilitated cross-department collaboration, ensuring project milestones were met by improving team productivity with regular communication and progress updates.
- Participated in general meetings to scout creative talent and build partnerships.
Coordinator
Confluential Films
12.2022 - 03.2025
- Ideated and supported the development of scripted and unscripted series by generating pitches and creative briefs.
- Compiled writer, director, and talent lists for projects, and tracked incoming network mandates.
- Led weekly meetings with book scouts to identify and evaluate trending IP.
- Organized and maintained project documentation, enabling quick access to important information and facilitating smoother project transitions.
Executive Assistant
Confluential Films
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed multiple executive calendars for scheduling, travel, and expenses, optimizing their efficiency.
- Curated and maintained development slates, pitch grids, and submission logs.
- Provided detailed script coverage and tracked incoming materials.
- Documented meeting notes and action items to streamline follow-ups.
Documentary Development Broadcast Associate
CBS News
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Curated and fact-checked archival footage and transcripts for use in documentary production.
- Researched vendors, secured usage rights, and negotiated pricing.
- Created shot lists and aligned visuals with the documentary’s narrative goals.
- Monitored real-time news to maintain the film’s topical relevance.
Film/TV Assistant Intern
Grandview / Automatik
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Gained valuable experience working within the film and television industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Managed the front office while streamlining calls, tracking company schedules, and signing visiting talent in and out of the facility.
- Promoted to backup assistant to the partner of the firm to ensure his clients were tended to promptly and efficiently in the absence of the first assistant.
- Tracked trending entertainment news, provided weekly reports, created project pitches, and completed script coverage as assigned.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Visual & Media Arts
Emerson College
Boston, MA05.2020
Skills
- Visual Storytelling
- Project Management
- Pitch Development
- Script Coverage & Analysis
- Talent Scouting & IP Research
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Deck & Presentation Creation
- Organizational Efficiency
Timeline
Creative Executive
Confluential Films
04.2025 - 05.2025
Coordinator
Confluential Films
12.2022 - 03.2025
Executive Assistant
Confluential Films
11.2021 - 12.2022
Documentary Development Broadcast Associate
CBS News
06.2021 - 09.2021
Film/TV Assistant Intern
Grandview / Automatik
01.2020 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Visual & Media Arts
Emerson College
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