Angela Michelle Ellis

Experience

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  NBC News

  Apr 1997 - Aug 2003

  Assoc. Producer, Dateline NBC

  I was a dedicated researcher who wrote and produced engaging hour-long segments, primetime specials, investigations, and breaking news.Key achievements include:➣ Broadcast Journalism Production: Recognized with an Emmy Award for breaking news coverage of September 11th as a field producer in 2002 and “Children of the Harvest” in 1998.

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  Through Eternity Tours

  Feb 2004 - Mar 2006

  Dir. of Communications & Marketing

  As Director of Communications and Marketing, my position at Through Eternity Tours focused on producing digital content. I served as Senior Writer for multimedia content, which included writing newsletters and website materials.Key achievements include:➣ Public Relations: Wrote client communications to foster positive relationships and promote brand awareness.➣ Identified, built and maintained partnerships and cross promotions with travel agents, hotels and other hospitality & tourism businesses. Show less

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  Glocal Forum

  Mar 2004 - May 2004

  Co-Director of Communications

  Demonstrating strategic planning and leadership skills, I planned and coordinated media strategy for a worldwide campaign for children in areas of conflict.Key achievements include:➣ Media Coordination: I assisted in coordinating media for We Are the Future concert in May 2004, a global concert event led by Quincy Jones. In addition, I coordinated media plans for We Are the Future partner organizations, including the World Bank and the World Food Programme.➣ Public Relations: In addition to co-organizing press conferences and press availability for Mayor Walter Veltroni of Rome, Quincy Jones, and Ambassador Uri Savir, I wrote press releases and briefed journalists on the program. I also developed newsletters, brochures, pamphlets, and website material. Show less

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  Self-employed

  May 2004 - Mar 2006

  Freelance Writer/Producer

  Throughout my time abroad, I was privileged to support a diverse array of projects, productions, and publications by contributing and guiding the development of creative material.★ Key Projects ★➣ BQ Productions – Researcher/Writer – Rome, Italy: Researched, wrote, and developed treatments for documentary films for National Geographic, Discovery Channel, France 5, RAI, and other international clients. ➣ Black & White, TV, Inc. – Field Producer – Florence, Italy: Conducted/translated interview with designer Roberto Cavalli for Los Angeles–based production company’s reality television show pilot. ➣ RAI Italy – Field Producer – Cannes, France: Field produced 50-minute special "Spot? Si, Grazie" from 51st International Advertising Festival. Coordinated daily live-shots, organized interviews, and translated English interviews into Italian. ➣ We Are the Future/Yahoo! – Video Producer – Rome, Italy: Produced concert’s live webcast on Yahoo! and the We Are the Future website, including obtaining behind-the-scenes DV footage of artists and backstage activity. Interviewed Alicia Keys, Santana, Serena Williams, Quincy Jones, and others.➣ Moon Metro Travel Guides "Rome" – Travel Writer – Rome, Italy: Researched, wrote, and photographed tourist sights and VIP attractions in Rome for luxury travel guide series, Moon Metro. Show less

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  DIGITAL SOURCE PICTURES LIMITED

  Mar 2006 - Aug 2007

  Documentary Film Producer

  I lived and traveled throughout Italy and Egypt to oversee planning and filming projects, including managing staff, leading negotiations, and guiding projects.Key achievements include:➣ Film Production: Co-produced a two-hour Discovery Channel documentary film, "Secrets of Egypt's Lost Queen" about the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, managing all aspects of production, including budgets, schedules, research, interviews, scriptwriting, post-production, and on-location shooting in Egypt, the US, and Europe.➣ Negotiations & Partnerships: Helped negotiate deal with the Egyptian government to perform the first-ever DNA testing of Egyptian royal mummies. Led all negotiations and coordinated all logistics for establishment of Egypt's first ancient DNA lab, including writing and managing a successful proposal for funds/equipment and overseeing construction of the state-of-the-art DNA lab facility at the Cairo Museum.➣ Budget Management: Oversaw production budget and strategically planned filming activities. Negotiated sponsorships and equipment donations. Show less

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  NPR

  Nov 2007 - Jul 2008

  Producer, The Bryant Park Project

  As a writer and producer for NPR's premier radio/digital morning news show, I coordinated multiple platforms to support the first multimedia program developed and produced for NPR.Key achievements include:➣ Content Development: Created written and A/V pieces for broadcast/digital platforms.

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  ABC News

  Jul 2008 - Aug 2018

  In my role as Executive Broadcast Producer of the lead hour of America’s most-watched morning television show, I was in charge of programming each day’s editorial coverage. I directed a staff of 75+, including global anchors, correspondents, producers, and writers to develop engaging content based on diverse current events and breaking news. Managed segment budgets and live crew and field staff around the world.Key achievements include:➣ Restructured first hour of show to better showcase editorial content. Contributed to earning two Best Morning Show Emmys and increasing viewership to 4M daily viewers, with steady growth within key demographics. Identified cost-efficient production schedules to effectively utilize talent and meet deadlines.➣ Selected for Disney/ABC Television Group Executive Management Training Program. Provided daily guidance and mentorship to production team. Provided media training and coaching to new on-air talent.➣ Oversaw production of high-profile stories, including the 2016 U.S. presidential election, 2011 Royal Wedding, 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympic Games, and several breaking news specials. Show less I programmed and produced content for this bi-weekly environmental news show on Discovery Channel's Planet Green network. The ABC News–produced show marked the comeback of legendary anchor Bob Woodruff and was the first news program solely focused on energy and the environment. Key achievements include:➣ Project Management: As the managing leader of a small staff, I handled all aspects of production, including thematic episode programming, story development, budgets, field production, and writing/editing for broadcast/digital platforms. Show less

  • Executive Broadcast Producer, Good Morning America

    Jul 2017 - Aug 2018

  • Senior Broadcast Producer | Senior Producer, Good Morning America

    Sept 2012 - Jul 2017

  • Producer, Good Morning America

    Jan 2010 - Sept 2012

  • Senior Producer, Focus Earth with Bob Woodruff

    Jul 2008 - Dec 2009
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  TALENT/ED

  Feb 2019 - Jul 2021

  Founder, Executive Coach & Consultant

  Talent coach & media consultant for clients including Vice News, Marvel Entertainment, ABC News, FiveThirtyEight Politics, and various start-ups, non-profits, and individuals. I created bespoke training programs for on and off-camera talent, designed onboarding & Talent Development programs, and consulted on smart, engaging and sharp content creation. I also offered career coaching, with a focus on early to mid-career women & talent of color in media, specializing in executive presence & presentation, management skills, and career navigation. Show less

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  Disney General Entertainment Content

  Aug 2020 - Jun 2021

  Tamron Hall Show

  Part of the leadership team that exponentially increased ratings season over season, earning 3 Daytime Emmy nominations, rebranding content and editorial, elevating staff performance, and growing both syndicated and digital audiences throughout Season 2. Oversaw producer teams, managed brand integrations and corporate synergy opportunities with Disney, managed live and live-to-tape broadcasts of the top-growing informative and entertainment daytime talk show.

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  NFL Media

  Jul 2021 - now

  Lead department responsible for all original content production & development supporting NFL Media platforms, including NFL Network, NFL+, NFL YouTube & FAST channels, digital, and external platforms. Executive oversight of content teams, including Good Morning Football, Entertainment & Initiatives (social justice/impact, DEI & entertainment/lifestyle content), Creative Content Group (Emmy-winning NFL 360 & special features/projects), Strategic Content Group (VOD, Sponsor & Club content), Music (live & tape music events including Super Bowl Halftime Show, music content partnerships, and rights & clearances), and the NFL Honors award show. Show less Lead department responsible for live and tape content amplifying the NFL's social justice and social impact initiatives such as Inspire Change, Crucial Catch and Salute to Service, and music/entertainment production at NFL tentpole events such as the Super Bowl Halftime Show and Draft and Kickoff concert series. Manage E&I Head of Content, Head of Programming, and Head of Music, as well as cross-functional relationships and projects with NFL Marketing, Social Responsibility, Football Operations, and Events. Show less

  • Vice President, Original Content & Entertainment

    Feb 2023 - now

  • Vice President, Head of Entertainment & Initiatives

    Jul 2021 - Feb 2023