About BarryGribbon
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Industry Branded EntertainmentMediaTelevisionDigitalVisual Arts
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Sector Branded ContentBranded EntertainmentOperationsOriginal ContentPost ProductionSeries DevelopmentStrategyCreative ServicesProduct DevelopmentDevelopment
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Preferred Job Title General ManagerHead of ProductionLine ProducerProduction ManagementHead of Video ProductionHead of Production Management
Summary
I lead and manage media companies, studios and production divisions. I facilitate all aspects of content production, operations and finance.
I have managed hundreds of projects across all media platforms. My tasks include client relations, staffing, talent management and brand integration.
I joined Scripps Networks as Executive in Charge to oversee series productions for HGTV, Food Network, DIY Network, and A&E. At Homerun Entertainment, I manage all productions for brands and networks. At Deca and Homerun, I’ve built strategic partnerships to produce branded entertainment.
I’ve partnered on projects for YouTube, Facebook and Zillow. And I’ve produced for brands including Gallo Wines, Huggies, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Ragu, Kraft and Kia Motors.
My network productions will include work with TruTV, Discovery, TLC, TV One, Starz, Reelz, CBS, Fox Network, DisneyWorld, Litton Entertainment and others. Our Food Network series, “The Best Of” and “Food Finds.” each ran 6 years and we produced 16, one-hour specials.
I thrive when challenged to build something better, faster and stronger. I have the experience to foresee long term growth of a business, division, or studio. I’m a proven team leader – always driving my staff on a clear pathway forward with purposeful acceleration.
Education
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Northwestern University
Bachelor of Film and Television
Studies including course and field work in producing, writing and directing of television and film while also getting political science minor for international studies. Class load also including business courses at the Kellogg School of Management.