ANNE LODER
Los Angeles
Summary
A multifaceted creative executive with over 15 years of experience buying, selling, and producing series from concept to delivery. With a passion for character and storytelling, I excel in execution, creative problem-solving, and talent management. My commitment to fostering open communication enables me to nurture strong relationships with all stakeholders. Specializing in unscripted and digital media, I have honed my abilities in leadership, strategic partnerships, and content curation. I thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments where I can leverage my skills working with talented teams to bring innovative ideas to life.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Development
COMMON GROUND STUDIOS
01.2023 - Current
- Played a pivotal role in growing the company from the ground up, expanding the business model to include linear TV, digital platforms, audio, brand partnerships and other innovative opportunities
- Identified emerging trends and diversified our content offerings to help solidify the company's place in a rapidly evolving media landscape
- Led business development efforts, secured new revenue streams, packaged and pitched high-profile projects, and made strategic partnerships to build dynamic teams
- Curated a diverse slate of 15-20 projects resulting in interest from notable cable buyers
- Oversaw all aspects of project development across production and post production, including crafting strategic pitch materials and pitching to buyers
- Developed and produced: PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW (YouTube)
- Increased fundraising revenue by implementing innovative donor engagement strategies and targeted campaigns.
Vice President of Unscripted Development
GUNPOWDER & SKY
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed a diverse slate of 20+ projects, strategically aligned with market trends and company objectives, resulting in successful launch of three pilots, two feature documentaries, and a multi-part documentary series
- Collaborated closely with the CEO & Founder to define and execute high-impact strategies for targeting buyers, resulting in increased visibility and successful deal-making
- Streamlined operational processes, implementing systems that drove higher efficiency, faster project turnaround times, and boosted revenue growth
- Developed and sold high-profile projects, including CALL ME MISS CLEO (HBO Max feature doc); SOMETIMES WHEN WE TOUCH (3-part doc series for Paramount+); (Hulu feature doc); DOES THIS LOOK NORMAL With Ken Jeong (Pilot for HBO Max), BRO, THAT'S MY SISTER (Pilot for HBO Max)
Senior Director of Development
FUNNY OR DIE
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Established and built the unscripted development division from scratch, defining the department's strategic direction, processes, and growth trajectory from a digital entity to linear TV
- Curated a dynamic slate of 20+ projects across various stages of development, leading to groundbreaking sales, such as the company's first-ever true crime comedy documentary to Paramount+ and a pilot to Quibi
- Forged strategic partnerships with production companies, producers, and talent to align with market trends in unscripted content, driving innovation and expanding company's footprint in the unscripted television space through these key collaborations
- Developed and sold high-profile projects, including JERRY O (daytime talk show for FOX), FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE (Paramount+), and FOMO (pilot for Quibi), positioning the company as a competitive player in the unscripted entertainment space
Director of Development
FUSION
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised development for unscripted programming; fielded pitches, identified content creators, shaped internal ideas, prepared and pitched projects up to president for greenlight, managed and oversaw creative on shows through development, greenlight, production and post
- Spearheaded TV development for our editorial partners The Gizmodo Media Group (Gizmodo, Jezebel, Jalpnik, The Onion, and The Root), worked closely with the journalists on concepts to elevate that resulted in three pilots and one series
- Played key role in shift in network's focus from News and Information to Lifestyle and Entertainment, resulting in Fusion's highest ever ratings
- Credits: SHADE: QUEENS OF NYC; PROJECT X: MALCOLM X ANTHOLOGY(Netflix); SNOOP DOGG ROAST; FATHERLESS with BARON VAUGHN; CHRIS GETS MONEY; SALUD! YES, PLEASE; AROUND THE WORLD WITH NAS DAILY (pilot); ULTIMATE DRONE BATTLE (pilot); SJ & GINNY IN THE BUNKHER (pilot); THE PEABODY AWARDS; DEMOCRACY HANDBOOK (digital)
Unscripted Development Executive
ITV STUDIOS
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Developed internal ideas, created competitive grids, pitch decks, and sizzle scripts
- Attended shoots in person to oversee creative in conjunction with senior executives
Manager, Original Programming
IFC
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Supported OP team when network shifted into an ad-supported channel and integral part of transition into alternative comedy
- Oversaw all aspects of brand integration campaigns for Subaru & Cheez-It in Portlandia and Comedy Bang! Bang!
- Managed day-to-day creative and logistics on network hits PORTLANDIA; COMEDY BANG! BANG!; MARON; WHISKER WARS
Executive Assistant to Christy Fletcher
FLETCHER & CO
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
Assistant to Vice President Lindsay Porter
THE GERSH AGENCY
01.2006 - 01.2009
Education
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications
Ohio University
Athens, OH06-2006
Skills
- Strategic Leadership & Partnerships
- Creative Development & Production
- Project Management
- Brand Partnerships
- Business Development
- Casting & Interviews
- Research and Problem-solving
- Team-oriented
- Producer Swiss Army Knife
- Google Workplace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
- Canva/Keynote/Descript
- Self-motivated
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- Strong verbal & written communication
- Podcast aficionado
Timeline
Head of Development
COMMON GROUND STUDIOS
01.2023 - Current
Vice President of Unscripted Development
GUNPOWDER & SKY
01.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Director of Development
FUNNY OR DIE
01.2018 - 01.2020
Director of Development
FUSION
01.2016 - 01.2018
Unscripted Development Executive
ITV STUDIOS
01.2015 - 01.2016
Manager, Original Programming
IFC
01.2010 - 01.2015
Executive Assistant to Christy Fletcher
FLETCHER & CO
01.2009 - 01.2010
Assistant to Vice President Lindsay Porter
THE GERSH AGENCY
01.2006 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications
Ohio University
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