Deanna Harris Letter
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced development leader prepared for executive responsibilities. Proven track record in driving strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and leading high-performing teams. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Skilled in project management, stakeholder engagement, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Development, Producer
DiVide Pictures
Los Angeles, CA
06.2017 - Current
- For the past 8 years, helped build and run A-List TV star Milo Ventimiglia's production banner in partnership with Disney TV/20th
shepherding projects end-to-end across broadcast, cable, and streaming. - Produced, developed and ran THE COMPANY YOU KEEP on ABC.
- Produced and developed the film LAND OF BAD.
- Produced , developed and ran EVEL a limited series with UCP and USA Network - halted during Pandemic.
- Produced RELATIONSHIP STATUS with Full Fathom Five and Haven on Go90 and re-imagined it for television at Freeform.
- Producing and developing a film, KLEIN, a Blacklist script, with Haven Entertainment. Adam DeVine and Brittany Snow are attached to star.
- Producing EDDIE FLYNN, a scripted series based on the book series for Peacock, with A24 and Dave Bernad (WHITE LOTUS), and Milo Ventimiglia to star.
- Developed feature film projects with Anya Kochoff Romano (MOTHER'S DAY), Yaniv Raz (DR. BIRD'S ADVICE FOR SAD PEOPLE), Celine Geiger (NANCY DREW, THE BOLD TYPE), and Dan Marshall (PLAYDATES)
- Produced WHERE IN THE WORLD, an unscripted pilot for NBC
- Sold 20+ television projects while under an overall deal at Disney, leading development across drama, comedy, and limited-series formats.
- Experienced in hearing pitches and shaping them to align with studio objectives and marketplace trends.
- Sourced new projects by interfacing with reps and creatives, optioning books, generating original concepts, and identifying titles from the Disney library to reimagine for television.
- Promoted from Director of Development to VP in 2022.
Coordinator, Office of the President
FOX Broadcasting Company
Los Angeles, CA
04.2014 - 06.2017
- Supported Fox Network President across development, programming, casting and marketing
- Participated in high-level strategic meetings spanning from business affairs finance, and multi-platform distribution
- Tracked and evaluated pitches, specs and writer/director talent to build up the development slate.
Executive Assistant to Partner Molly Madden
3 Arts Entertainment
Beverly Hills, CA
09.2011 - 04.2014
- Provided high-level administrative support, managed heavy call volume, scheduling, and submissions.
- Evaluated scripts and provided notes; liaised with agents, managers, publicists, and talent teams.
- Worked closely with high-level talent, providing creative feedback and personal assistance, as well as managing schedules.
Page & Departmental Assistant Roles
NBCUniversal Page Program
Los Angeles, USA
10.2010 - 09.2011
- Selected for NBC's prestigious and highly competitive rotation program.
- Assisted executive teams across Scripted and Alternative Programming, USA Network Publicity and NBC Marketing
Education
B.A. - Communication Arts - TV, Film & Radio
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI05.2010
Timeline
VP of Development, Producer
DiVide Pictures
06.2017 - Current
Coordinator, Office of the President
FOX Broadcasting Company
04.2014 - 06.2017
Executive Assistant to Partner Molly Madden
3 Arts Entertainment
09.2011 - 04.2014
Page & Departmental Assistant Roles
NBCUniversal Page Program
10.2010 - 09.2011
B.A. - Communication Arts - TV, Film & Radio
University of Wisconsin-Madison