I'm Bo Newsom, a multi-disciplinary media producer, outdoor guide, and storyteller with over 30 years in television, film, and digital content. I blend hands-on field production with strategic leadership, directing crews, managing budgets, and delivering compelling outdoor narratives that educate and entertain across North America. Beyond production, I guide clients on Lake Texoma and in Southeast Oklahoma, teaching fishing and hunting techniques, water safety, and conservation. I also contribute as a driving instructor, helping students develop safe driving habits and confidence behind the wheel.

Bo Newsom

I'm Bo Newsom, a multi-disciplinary media producer, outdoor guide, and storyteller with over 30 years in television, film, and digital content. I blend hands-on field production with strategic leadership, directing crews, managing budgets, and delivering compelling outdoor narratives that educate and entertain across North America. Beyond production, I guide clients on Lake Texoma and in Southeast Oklahoma, teaching fishing and hunting techniques, water safety, and conservation. I also contribute as a driving instructor, helping students develop safe driving habits and confidence behind the wheel.

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I’m Bo Newsom, a multi-disciplinary media producer, outdoor guide, and storyteller with over 30 years in television, film, and digital content. I blend hands-on field production with strategic leadership, directing crews, managing budgets, and delivering compelling outdoor narratives that educate and entertain across North America.

Beyond production, I guide clients on Lake Texoma and in Southeast Oklahoma, teaching fishing and hunting techniques, water safety, and conservation. I also contribute as a driving instructor, helping students develop safe driving habits and confidence behind the wheel.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Executive Producer / Owner at Bo Newsom Productions, Inc.
January 1, 2008 - Present
Executive Producer and owner overseeing development, production, and distribution of multiple television programs; led budgets, scheduling and field production; created and hosted an original weekly program; built a nationwide production network.
Owner / Professional Outdoor Guide at OkieWild Outdoors
January 1, 2008 - Present
Professional outdoor guide leading fishing and hunting experiences for clients of all skill levels; organized guided trips at Lake Texoma and in Southeast Oklahoma; emphasized water safety and conservation.
Driving Instructor at Browns Driving School
January 1, 2024 - Present
Accredited Driving Instructor at Oklahoma's largest driving school, trained over 400 students through behind-the-wheel instruction; taught safe driving techniques and defensive driving; ensured compliance with policies and state regulations.
Sr. Producer at Cabela's Inc.
February 1, 2003 - July 1, 2008
Spearheaded production of Cabela's Outdoor Journal, including directing, filming and editing; built in-house TV production division; traveled to more than 15 countries for international field content; oversaw production of Cabela's Memories in the Field and related commercials.
Video Editor / Photo Journalist at KOCO TV Ch.5
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Former Video Editor/Photo Journalist for ABC affiliate KOCO-TV Ch.5, Oklahoma City; contributed to newscasts with editing and videography.
Video Editor / Videographer at Newsom Productions, Inc.
January 1, 1994 - February 1, 2002
Produced and edited thousands of TV and radio projects; managed production of multiple syndicated programs; created high-impact advertising content; hosted and produced ongoing content.

Education

High School Diploma at Moore High School
August 1, 1984 - May 1, 1988
College Coursework (no degree specified) at Rose State College
August 1, 1988 - May 1, 1991
Journalism, Advertising at University of Central Oklahoma
August 1, 1991 - May 1, 1994

Qualifications

Accredited Driving Instructor
January 1, 2024 - May 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other