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Jake Smith
Series Producer & Development Executive
About Me
Having worked in television for 17 years, I have been lucky enough to work across a wide variety of genres, from factual entertainment to sport, comedy to obs doc. I have set up shoots internationally, working across Europe, America, Hong Kong and Australia. As well as working in production, I have spent periods in development, helping shape new id...
Read MoreHaving worked in television for 17 years, I have been lucky enough to work across a wide variety of genres, from factual entertainment to sport, comedy to obs doc. I have set up shoots internationally, working across Europe, America, Hong Kong and Australia. As well as working in production, I have spent periods in development, helping shape new ideas and turning commissions into programmes. I absolutely adore meeting new people, finding out about them and telling their stories in engaging and entertaining ways. Having worked with numerous types of contributors, from celebrities to vulnerable teenagers, I have the ability to create captivating, sensitive content from everyone I work with.
Read LessHire him in a heartbeat!
Jake is creative, smart, detailed and a huge asset to any team. His skills as a Producer are not just limited to the content, he also has a great vision for the type of style and shots he wants and his abilities as a Director are obvious. His shot lists were well thought out and actioned. Jake built great relationships within the Story team and in addition he was well liked and respected by all of the 40+ crew.
Jake essentially became my 'right hand man' on a huge eight week reality show for Network Ten. During that time Jake was responsible for coming up with the style guide for the backstories, he worked and mentored his first time Associate Producer and helped her to develop. In addition Jake was entrusted with devising the style and shooting the Profile for our talent which became the opening scene of the series.
Jake coached a mentored a new member of the 'on camera talent' and helped her to develop her own style.
Jake has an incredible way with people and in interviews really connects and allows contributors to feel safe and open up to him.
If he wasn't living on the other side of the World, I'd have him back in a second.
Best
Emma Ritchie
Emma Ritchie - Senior Story Producer - EndemolShine Australia
Other DetailsLinks:
Media I Work In:
Broadcast Television
Locations I can work in:
Africa
Australia
Europe
London
Midlands
Skills/Permits:
Casting
First Aid
Technical Skills:
Adobe Premiere
Canon XF305
Final Cut Pro
GoPro
Sony PMW-200
Canon C300 Mark II
