Dreshawn Lewis

Passionate and results driven media professional with nearly a decade of experience spearheading high-stakes television production at NBC Universal. Proven track record of managing end-to-end production lifecycles, specializing in high-volume guest booking, rapid-response crisis management, and the execution of complex storylines for national broadcast. A strategic leader adept at navigating sensitive legal and editorial landscapes within fast-paced, ever-changing media environments.

Ultimately seeking an opportunity where I can apply my experience and skills to a new role.

Segment Producer - NBCUniversal Media, LLC - Stamford, CT

(2021-01 - 2026-12)

The Steve Wilkos Show

• Team Leadership: Supervised, managed and mentored 2-3 team members Production Assistants and/ Associate Producers; facilitated twice-daily strategy meetings and managed outreach tracking to ensure all production deadlines met for Executive Producers.
• Creative Direction: Conceptualized through collaboration with team members and executed full story storylines for broadcast, determining guest placement, stage entrances, and narrative pacing. Wrote comprehensive scripts, host intros, bios, rundowns, and chyrons.
• Case Management: Conducted in-depth interviews for complex stories (2–7 participants) involving sensitive subjects; vetted guests for legitimacy, on-camera presence, and psychological readiness.
• Technical Production: Coordinated with editors and field producers for B-roll; managed polygraph administration and developed targeted lie detector questions to align with story objectives.
• Show Day Execution: Briefed participants on key narrative points and maintained high-energy environments prior to filming; managed virtual and in person production logistics including hair, makeup, wardrobe, and technical connectivity.

Senior Associate Producer - NBCUniversal Media, LLC - Stamford, CT

(2019-01 - 2021-12)

The Steve Wilkos Show

• Identified and secured high-quality, high-impact stories while providing direct supervision to junior production staff.
• Managed cross-departmental logistics involving legal, accounting, and travel to ensure seamless guest transitions.
• Achievement: Won "Sweeps Months" (Nov/Feb) for outstanding ratings performance.

Associate Producer - NBCUniversal Media, LLC - Stamford, CT

(2018-01 - 2019-12)

The Steve Wilkos Show

• Aggressively booked high-quantity guests via social media outreach and lead generation; managed producer voicemails and digital inquiries.
• Produced "tape pieces" (field interviews) independently, managing all on-site production needs without direct supervision.
• Promotion: Fast-tracked from Booker pa to Associate Producer within 3 months due to exceptional performance.

Booker Production Assistant - NBCUniversal Media, LLC - Stamford, CT

(2017-12 - 2018-12)

The Steve Wilkos Show

• Recruited and booked guests for intense subject matter (DNA, cheating, criminal allegations) through persuasive communication and crisis management.
• Coordinated 24 hour for show day guest logistics, including 2:00 AM production wake-up calls, travel, wardrobe selection, and background research (rap sheets/legal paperwork).

Commercial Real Estate Intern - Avison Young - Norwalk, CT

(2015-06 - 2016-08)

• Maintained property databases via Salesforce and assisted brokers in scouting potential commercial assets.
• Researched market trends and contributed to weekly strategic staff meetings.

Junior Coach - Norwalk Grassroots Tennis - Norwalk, CT

(2009-01 - 2017-12)

• Instructed youth ages 5–17; coached the U14 team to CT State and New England Regional Championships.
• Served as a featured speaker for large-scale fundraising events, representing the organization to donors and stakeholders.

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology/Sociology - Western Connecticut State University (2017-05)