Experienced media content strategist with a demonstrated history of working in the entertainment industry. Skilled in Film, Editing, Administration, Content Development, Creative Writing, and Media Production. Master of Arts (M.A.) focused in Film and Media Studies from The New School, and a Bachelors Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Morgan State University.
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Senior Manager Of Entertainment And Advocacy At Define AmericanDefine American Jan 2020 - Jan 2024Los Angeles, California, Us▪ Consulted on scripted and unscripted film and television projects, focusing on crafting authentic, humanized, and original Immigrant stories. I’ve consulted on over 50 projects, including USA’s The Sinner, ABC’s A Million Little Things, NBC’s Superstore, CW’s Roswell, New Mexico, and Disney +’s hit series, National Treasure: Edge of History▪ Worked directly with network executives, writers, showrunners, and producers on developing characters and storylines. Providing narrative suggestions, research, feedback, and resources to ensure their stories are inclusive and accurate▪ Created and nurtured relationships with production companies, studios, and fellow cultural change organizations for opportunities to collaborate and build partnerships▪ Hosted and participated in industry panels discussing narrative change work and inclusive storytelling. I’ve spoken at Outfest, Tribeca Festival, Doc NYC, WGA East, and Warner Bros▪ Produced and hosted interviews with celebrities and influencers for Define American’s social media platforms. I’ve interviewed celebrities such as Padma Lakshmi, Ramy Youssef, and Hasan Minhaj▪ Created talking points and social media toolkits for public figures who want to discuss issues around immigration and citizenship in an accurate and impactful way▪ Amplified Define American’s events by partnering with celebrities and public figures to participate in panels, fundraisers, film screenings, and talkbacks -
Film And Television Manager Of DevelopmentDefine American Jun 2019 - Oct 2020Los Angeles, California, Us▪ Spearheaded the TV and film development department, leading every aspect of the process from ideation to production▪ Developed and pitched scripted and unscripted concepts aimed at changing the perception of immigration ▪ Lead pitches to major networks such as TruTV, Food Network, Tastemade, and TV One▪ Collaborated with emerging writers and comedians on their scripts in development, offering feedback and helping them craft scenes and characters -
Story ProducerFirelight Media & Firelight Films Jul 2022 - Jan 2023▪ Discovered, researched, and pitched untold and historical sports stories for the Apple+ series Sports Explains the World▪ Produced concepts, treatments, and formats that focused on pivotal moments in Black history and pitched them to networks▪ Worked closely with the showrunners and executives to help develop the documentaries in production▪ Cast and managed talent for projects in development -
Manager Of Development11Th Street Productions Jul 2015 - Jul 2019▪ Researched, developed, cast, and pitched ideas to television networks and digital outlets, such as Vice, MTV, Food Network, Lifetime, A&E, CNBC, and Condé Nast▪ Produced sizzles and pilots for concepts being pitched to networks▪ Designed and developed one-sheets and presentation decks for pitch meetings that have resulted in earning funds for projects in development▪ Managed all projects in production, ensuring that they were meeting the network’s needs and delivered on time
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Production CoordinatorMtv Networks Jul 2014 - 2019New York, Ny, Us▪ Managed the schedules, travel itineraries, and production calendars of the producers on the show▪ Casted members of the Teen Mom franchise▪ Created scripts and act breakdowns for Teen Mom specials and spin-offs, such as the MTV “Being” Specials -
AssistantMtuckman Media Feb 2013 - Jul 2013
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InternMagnolia Pictures Oct 2012 - Jan 2013New York, Ny, Us -
InternCnn Sep 2010 - Dec 2010Atlanta, Us
Dj Reed Education Details
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The New SchoolFilm And Media Studies -
Morgan State UniversityBroadcast Journalism
Frequently Asked Questions about Dj Reed
What is Dj Reed's role at the current company?
Dj Reed's current role is Experienced entertainment, TV, and film executive. With a focus on DEIA advisement, production, creative development, and distribution in scripted and unscripted content..
What schools did Dj Reed attend?
Dj Reed attended The New School, Morgan State University.
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