Marcela Levy

**** ***** *** ***** **. apt. ** F

Miami, Fl 33132

Cell: 347-***-****

Email: abmrnx@r.postjobfree.com

QUALIFICATIONS:

. Bilingual English/Spanish with the ability to translate.

. Comprehensive knowledge of the editorial standards and practices of

European, Latin and American TV markets.

. Proficient in television programming software such as PTS, Fission

and Paradigm.

. Skilled at learning new concepts quickly while working well under

pressure.

. Published writer in both print and web formats.

EXPERIENCE:

3/08- present BBC Worldwide Channels Latin America and US Hispanic

Miami, FL

Network Operations, BBC Latin America Channel Launch Team Leader

. In charge of launching two BBC Channels (BBC Entertainment and

CBeebies) in Latin America.

. Managed the US Hispanic feed launch for CBeebies.

. Organized the launch of two HD channels (BBC HD and Cbeebies) in

Brazil.

. Currently responsible for overseeing all launch opportunities for

branded blocks, as well as, full channels across various media

platforms in Latin America and the US Hispanic market.

Network Operations, Localization and Media Traffic Manager

. Responsible for overseeing the translation, adaptation, castings

and approvals for BBC Entertainment and Cbeebies (children's

channel) programming.

. In charge of hiring and managing all production studios for

dubbing, voice over and subtitling work for both channels.

. Assisting in the supervision of log operations and scheduling of

both channels.

. In charge of Qc'ing content before transmission.

. Managing editors and tape library personnel.

. Responsible for all media traffic between UK-NY-LA-MX-MIA.

. Main contact for all media inquiries.

Network Operations, Editorial and Commercial Compliance Manager

. Responsible for creating work flow processes and standard operation

procedures for Televisa Networks.

. Creating the BBC Latin America Editorial Guidelines and Policies

followed by entire region.

. Overseeing that Ad sales, Marketing and Creative uphold BBC

standards for advertising and sponsorship.

. In charge of approving all commercials, sponsored billboards, bugs

and barters for both channels.

. Main contact and link between BBC UK editorial and commercial

compliance officers and Latin American region.

1/08-02/08 MTV Networks- MTV Tr3s

New York, NY

Freelance Producer, Rock Dinner Camila

. In charge of developing and customizing a programming special for

MTVTr3s.

. Responsible for the creation and development of scripts.

. Managed editing sessions and editors.

. Directed the selection of music featured.

. Conducted casting of Voice Over talent.

. Supervised program and music licensing and clearances.

5/05- 1/08 MTV Networks- Latin America

Miami, FL

Producer, Programming Customizations MTV & VH1

. Prioritized and developed programming strategies for acquired shows

and series.

. Supervised the editing, formatting and graphic replacement of all

shows.

. Managed editors, coordinators, department assistants, script

revisers, interns and studios.

. Conducted quality control approval and script revision of all

programming prior to air.

. Wrote, revised and executed job sheets, work orders, and invoices

for national and international studios.

. Managed show logs as well as PTS and ALIAS entries.

12/04-5/05 MTV Networks- Latin America

Miami, FL

Assistant Coordinator, Production Management

. Conducted castings for promotional on-air shoots;

. Organized expense and budget reports for production office.

. Scouted talent and venues for production shoots.

. Provided on air talent for promo aired in Latin America.

. Managed department calendar and meeting notes.

FREELANCE WORK:

2/08 Powderhouse Productions

Miami,

FL

Production Coordinator, Shoetube.tv

. In charge of talent and location releases.

. Assisted in location scouting and negotiations.

. Managed MOS interviews and set-ups.

. Supported producer and director in developing script and interview

questions.

. Responsible for all petty cash and expense reports.

. Supervised logging of footage and shot descriptions.

8/05-8/06 MTV Networks- US

Miami-NY

Talent Coordinator/Escort, MTV Video Music Awards Live

. Managed talent schedule, rehearsal and activities for award show.

. Organized dressing rooms, seating and wardrobe for performing

talent.

. Coordinated red carpet arrivals and press interviews.

EDUCATION:

May 2005 Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Mass Communication,

Florida International University, School of Journalism and Mass

Communication, Miami

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