Hi there! I’m Eric, a San Diego-based media professional with more than 30 years in TV, web, and multimedia production, plus extensive experience in retail business development. I’ve built and led projects from concept to on-air, blending creative direction with hands-on production, editing, and team leadership. I’m passionate about storytelling, live events, and creating content that resonates across platforms. Over the years I’ve also earned multiple AHMA certifications and developed a strong background in hospitality and food & beverage operations, which informs my team management, customer focus, and operations mindset. I’m always open to collaborative, cross-disciplinary opportunities that combine media production with strategic business growth.

Eric Ducharme

Hi there! I’m Eric, a San Diego-based media professional with more than 30 years in TV, web, and multimedia production, plus extensive experience in retail business development. I’ve built and led projects from concept to on-air, blending creative direction with hands-on production, editing, and team leadership. I’m passionate about storytelling, live events, and creating content that resonates across platforms. Over the years I’ve also earned multiple AHMA certifications and developed a strong background in hospitality and food & beverage operations, which informs my team management, customer focus, and operations mindset. I’m always open to collaborative, cross-disciplinary opportunities that combine media production with strategic business growth.

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Hi there! I’m Eric, a San Diego-based media professional with more than 30 years in TV, web, and multimedia production, plus extensive experience in retail business development. I’ve built and led projects from concept to on-air, blending creative direction with hands-on production, editing, and team leadership. I’m passionate about storytelling, live events, and creating content that resonates across platforms.

Over the years I’ve also earned multiple AHMA certifications and developed a strong background in hospitality and food & beverage operations, which informs my team management, customer focus, and operations mindset. I’m always open to collaborative, cross-disciplinary opportunities that combine media production with strategic business growth.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Editor at Dooya Media Group, Inc.
September 1, 2024 - Present
Video content edit, format, transcode, metadata creation and large-scale TV programming management; develops sizzle reels, pre-rolls, and original programming; acquires content and partners for Echo Sports and other platforms.
Co Executive Producer and Founder at PLANET X TV
May 1, 1995 - Present
Hybrid role overseeing web, hosting, business development, editing, shooting, producing, sales, marketing, touring, live events and merchandising for TV show production.
Creator Founder at FUTURE SPORTS/RADZONE/A2XTREME
March 1, 1994 - Present
Created the first action sports mailorder site (The Radzone), later evolved to Future Sports and A2Xtreme.com; managed diverse product lines and event tours.
Props and Specialty Transportation at MTV Sports, Parental Control, The X Show, Beyond 2000, Discovery Monster Nation, Waterworld
January 1, 2002 - July 1, 2013
Sourced toy/gadgets props for TV shows and shoots; sourced riders as needed for productions.
Writer at Gadgets and Sports Products - Various Publications
January 1, 2002 - March 1, 2007
Freelance writer; sourced extreme sports products and created articles with high-resolution photography for magazines (e.g., Popular Science, Popular Mechanics, Time Magazine, Vibe, Stuff, Gear).
Buyer at No Fear
March 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Recruited as buyer for specialty sports hard goods; placed 20 companies’ products in No Fear stores and managed online product catalog.
Co-Founder at Media 101
January 1, 1998 - December 1, 2001
Multimedia production facility; developed clients (City of Encinitas, HWY 101, Planet X, etc.); helped found PHAT Films with Encinitas Youth Commission and produced post-production projects and education programs.
Creator Founder at XTREME CIRCUS
October 1, 1997 - November 1, 1999
Created Xtreme Circus Live Show featuring freestyle motocross; integrated jet ski, hovercraft, off-road skateboards; invited to perform at Madison Square Garden (logistics prevented).
Owner at FUTURE SPORTS Store Irvine Spectrum
September 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Holiday store showcasing rare and hard-to-find products (motorized boards, Go-Ped, etc.).
Owner at DANA STRANDZ
March 1, 1994 - September 1, 1995
Specialty toys and Rollerblade rental; one of the first rollerblade rentals in Dana Point; sold motorized scooters and fashion items.

Education

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Qualifications

AHMA Certifications
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Other