Hi, I'm Burt D. Harris, a seasoned writer, producer, and editor with extensive experience in television promotions and series production. Over the years, I've contributed to popular shows like Big Brother, 48 Hours, FBI and The Big Bang Theory, guiding them from launch through their series finales. My expertise covers all facets of TV promotion including launch campaigns, topicals, and marketing presentations. Aside from my professional work, I've performed improvisational comedy across notable venues such as the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and Second City in Chicago. I also have acted on various TV shows like Hotel, Silver Spoons, and Fridays. I take pride in delivering quality storytelling and seamless editing, backed by my proficiency in AVID and a background in Radio-TV-Film studies.

BURT D. HARRIS

Hi, I'm Burt D. Harris, a seasoned writer, producer, and editor with extensive experience in television promotions and series production. Over the years, I've contributed to popular shows like Big Brother, 48 Hours, FBI and The Big Bang Theory, guiding them from launch through their series finales. My expertise covers all facets of TV promotion including launch campaigns, topicals, and marketing presentations. Aside from my professional work, I've performed improvisational comedy across notable venues such as the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and Second City in Chicago. I also have acted on various TV shows like Hotel, Silver Spoons, and Fridays. I take pride in delivering quality storytelling and seamless editing, backed by my proficiency in AVID and a background in Radio-TV-Film studies.

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Hi, I’m Burt D. Harris, a seasoned writer, producer, and editor with extensive experience in television promotions and series production. Over the years, I’ve contributed to popular shows like Big Brother, 48 Hours, FBI and The Big Bang Theory, guiding them from launch through their series finales. My expertise covers all facets of TV promotion including launch campaigns, topicals, and marketing presentations.

Aside from my professional work, I’ve performed improvisational comedy across notable venues such as the Comedy Store in Los Angeles and Second City in Chicago. I also have acted on various TV shows like Hotel, Silver Spoons, and Fridays. I take pride in delivering quality storytelling and seamless editing, backed by my proficiency in AVID and a background in Radio-TV-Film studies.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer/Producer/Editor, On-Air Promotion at CBS Television Network
January 1, 1986 - Present
Expert in all areas of TV promotion, including launch campaigns, topicals, generics, and marketing presentations. Recently responsible as Writer/Producer/Editor for shows such as Big Brother, 48 Hours, FBI, FBI: International and FBI: Most Wanted. Previously the main Writer/Producer/Editor on The Big Bang Theory and Everybody Loves Raymond from each show’s launch through to their series finales. Proficient in AVID editing software.
Assistant Film and Video Editor at Kaleidoscope Films, LTD
December 31, 1980 - July 30, 2025
Assisted in all aspects of producing trailers, teasers and TV spots for major feature films.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at California State University, Northridge
January 1, 1973 - December 31, 1976

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment