I’m an Emmy-nominated producer with extensive experience across development, production, and post-production in film, television, documentaries, music, advertising, podcasts, live events, and photo shoots. I’m a collaborative leader who thrives on budgeting, scheduling, contract negotiations, talent booking, and team-building to drive creative excellence and financial success. I enjoy partnering with clients, directors, and crews to solve problems and deliver compelling work on time and on budget.

Ellyn Vander Wyden

I’m an Emmy-nominated producer with extensive experience across development, production, and post-production in film, television, documentaries, music, advertising, podcasts, live events, and photo shoots. I’m a collaborative leader who thrives on budgeting, scheduling, contract negotiations, talent booking, and team-building to drive creative excellence and financial success. I enjoy partnering with clients, directors, and crews to solve problems and deliver compelling work on time and on budget.

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I’m an Emmy-nominated producer with extensive experience across development, production, and post-production in film, television, documentaries, music, advertising, podcasts, live events, and photo shoots.

I’m a collaborative leader who thrives on budgeting, scheduling, contract negotiations, talent booking, and team-building to drive creative excellence and financial success. I enjoy partnering with clients, directors, and crews to solve problems and deliver compelling work on time and on budget.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Executive in Charge / Executive Producer at MCM Creative
September 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Spearheaded company growth from startup to established full-service production/post house with 20 employees. Oversaw multiple simultaneous productions, managing budgets, schedules, and teams to deliver on time and budget. Collaborated with clients, directors, and creative teams to ensure alignment of vision and operational efficiency. Negotiated contracts and managed talent bookings and vendor relationships.
Producer / Director / Line Producer at Freelance - Various Productions
January 1, 2010 - Present
Managed budgets and production logistics for over 40 film and television projects. Coordinated multi-department teams and talent through all production stages, including location scouting and post-production. Developed and maintained detailed production schedules and workflows using industry tools. Led problem-solving efforts to address challenges and ensure smooth productions.
Executive in Charge / Executive Producer at MCM Creative
September 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Spearheaded company growth from startup to established full-service production/post house with 20 employees. Oversaw multiple simultaneous productions, managing budgets, schedules, and teams to deliver on time and budget. Collaborated with clients, directors, and creative teams to ensure alignment of vision and operational efficiency. Negotiated contracts and managed talent bookings and vendor relationships.
Producer / Director / Line Producer at Freelance - Various Productions
January 1, 2010 - Present
Managed budgets and production logistics for over 40 film and television projects. Coordinated multi-department teams and talent through all production stages, including location scouting and post-production. Developed and maintained detailed production schedules and workflows using industry tools. Led problem-solving efforts to address challenges and ensure smooth productions.

Education

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Qualifications

Member, Co-Chair Documentary and Non-Fiction Committee, Producers Guild of America
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services