Experienced and passionate producer and team leader, able to expertly manage productions from concepting and scoping through to production and delivery. Proven skills in stakeholder management building strong, trusting client relationships and identifying opportunities to elevate creative output. Thorough understanding of production operations and the build out of centralised systems and processes to streamline work-flows.

Jason Kurtis

Experienced and passionate producer and team leader, able to expertly manage productions from concepting and scoping through to production and delivery. Proven skills in stakeholder management building strong, trusting client relationships and identifying opportunities to elevate creative output. Thorough understanding of production operations and the build out of centralised systems and processes to streamline work-flows.

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Experienced and passionate producer and team leader, able to expertly manage productions from concepting and scoping
through to production and delivery. Proven skills in stakeholder management building strong, trusting client relationships and
identifying opportunities to elevate creative output. Thorough understanding of production operations and the build out of
centralised systems and processes to streamline work-flows.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Producer / Reporter at ABC News
October 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Produced, reported, shot and edited a range of documentary, feature and digital stories for web distribution and social media. Worked with correspondents to create successful short and long-form content, pitching and delivering stories under tight deadlines.
Video Producer at National Geographic Society
July 1, 2006 - October 1, 2015
Pitched, filmed, produced and edited original videos on a range of newsworthy topics for social media and broad distribution. Managed department budgets and vendors; developed workflows to streamline content production; collaborated with internal teams to identify opportunities.
Video Producer at Science Museum
January 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Produced and directed digital online video content and campaigns for the Museum's platforms; coordinated with internal stakeholders and external contractors to develop concepts; recruited freelance editors; delivered high-quality assets on tight timelines.
Creative Producer at Experis at Cisco
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Led internal video productions for global virtual events; oversaw end-to-end production from concept through delivery; collaborated with senior stakeholders to shape editorial direction and align with business priorities; mentored staff and improved processes to meet tight deadlines.
Creative Production Supervisor at Dreamtek at Meta
July 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Led internal video production support for Meta's global communications; balanced production and post-production resources; acted as primary point of contact for incoming work and delegated projects; mentored staff to elevate creative output; drove process improvements to increase efficiency.
Freelance Producer at Independent
January 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Delivered end-to-end production support including filming, lighting and sound across a broad range of video projects; conducted research and scripting through to final edit and delivery; collaborated with clients to understand messaging and maximise impact.
Producer at Rocking Horse Pictures
July 1, 2022 - Present
Produce, shoot and direct high-quality B2B projects turning complex insights into compelling campaigns. Research, script, storyboard and develop treatments; film and edit video content using professional camera and audio equipment; mentor junior colleagues; direct on-screen contributors; deliver under tight deadlines.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at American University, Washington, DC
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment