Paul Kaplan Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Greater New York City Area

I understand how to create compelling content and tell powerful stories through all facets: video editing, writing, shooting, directing, talent booking, etc. I've produced award winning nationally televised shows airing on Fox, CBS and other networks along with local stations. I helped launch the video department in the NYC office of Bleacher Report and did the same for Barstool's talent booking department. I've been been an award-winning digital media leader and have worked with… Show more I understand how to create compelling content and tell powerful stories through all facets: video editing, writing, shooting, directing, talent booking, etc. I've produced award winning nationally televised shows airing on Fox, CBS and other networks along with local stations. I helped launch the video department in the NYC office of Bleacher Report and did the same for Barstool's talent booking department. I've been been an award-winning digital media leader and have worked with great teams at such places as Bleacher Report, ESPN and others. Show less

Greater New York City Area

Launched talent looking department, booking talent for all of Barstool's podcast and video franchises. Had success booking in both sports and entertainment fields. Some of the sports guests included: Ray Allen, Josh Allen, Jon Lester, Von Miller, Russell Wilson, Todd Gurley, David Ortiz, Dak Prescott, etc. On the entertainment side, some guests included: Bill Burr, Daymond John, Jon Hamm, Ed Helms, Jake Johnson, Hank Azaria, Joel McHale, Ike Barinholtz, Neal Brennan, Tony Hale, Matt… Show more Launched talent looking department, booking talent for all of Barstool's podcast and video franchises. Had success booking in both sports and entertainment fields. Some of the sports guests included: Ray Allen, Josh Allen, Jon Lester, Von Miller, Russell Wilson, Todd Gurley, David Ortiz, Dak Prescott, etc. On the entertainment side, some guests included: Bill Burr, Daymond John, Jon Hamm, Ed Helms, Jake Johnson, Hank Azaria, Joel McHale, Ike Barinholtz, Neal Brennan, Tony Hale, Matt Walsh, etc. Show less

New York City

As Sr. Producer, launched NFL video department of Bleacher Report by creating several properties including “NFL Draft 365”, “The Pro Show” and “Fantasize Me”.¬ Oversaw growth of NFL video group while simultaneously producing content on daily basis. Managed daily content publishing schedule which included up to 15 videos per day.¬ Led efforts in producing remote daily content from such tent pole events as the Super Bowl, NFL Draft, Scouting Combine, Senior Bowl, etc.¬ Leader in… Show more As Sr. Producer, launched NFL video department of Bleacher Report by creating several properties including “NFL Draft 365”, “The Pro Show” and “Fantasize Me”.¬ Oversaw growth of NFL video group while simultaneously producing content on daily basis. Managed daily content publishing schedule which included up to 15 videos per day.¬ Led efforts in producing remote daily content from such tent pole events as the Super Bowl, NFL Draft, Scouting Combine, Senior Bowl, etc.¬ Leader in branded content efforts by successfully negotiating contracts with top-notch athletes for such brands as Ford, McDonald’s, Old Spice, Anheuser-Busch, Best Buy, etc. As Coordinating Producer, led all external talent efforts for branded and editorial content.¬ Created national network of media contributors for up to 25 daily videos on the “TeamStream” app.¬ Enhanced B/R’s brand and credibility by building relationships with major sports teams and leagues, agents, along with sport-related PR firms, sports talk radio and TV editorial departments.¬ Booking site’s top talent on local & national radio and TV appearances across the country with 20-30 bookings a week around the country.¬ Collaborated with all departments to gain access for celebrity and athlete interviews, features and in-house appearances across all platforms. Show less

• Led branding efforts of new TV property, “Trail Nation” airing regionally on Fox Sports Net. Wrote, produced and directed four episodes. • Led launch of new show, “Family Inc”, regional TV show on family owned businesses. Wrote, produced and directed initial episode. Led marketing efforts that included host interviews on local TV stations.• Supervised staff of producers. Implemented individual growth plans for staff to set measurable goals to be met.