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.
