Lisa Montalto
ABOUT ME:
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ABOUT ME: Writer with a career that began at a ClearChannel radio station, writing copy and promos, which then led to television, the web and print. Excels at writing compelling copy and promos that have appeared on all the major networks, as well as live reads during prime time television shows such as Celebrity Fit Club, Hells Kitchen, Wheel of Fortune and more. Writing includes scripts for brand integration on shows such as CSI Vegas and screenwriting for independent films. A creative and innovative thinker, with fresh and exciting ideas, that are approached with unparalleled enthusiasm.
EXPERIENCE:
Wicked Weird Productions Copywriting to Scriptwriting May 2010 – Present
• Freelance writing of everything from screenplays, promos, trailers, sizzle reels and copy for clients promoting television and film projects
• Write product integration scripts for shows.
• Screenwriting and treatments; writing screenplays and treatments from concept.
• Working in Pre-Production for films, television and reality TV which includes casting.
• Working on Production on set – films, television and reality TV; including but not limited to setting shoot schedules, organizing shoots on multiple sets, managing talent, assisting AP, and working with camera crew.
RF&B Media SVP, Business Development
July 2006 – May 2010
• With company since inception. Helped build company from 2 person team to two office locations in NYC and Las Vegas. Created most divisions within the company from sales and marketing to customer service. As SVP, Business Development led the company in marketing strategies involving television promos on top shows such as Wheel of Fortune, Price is Right, Celebrity Fit Club, Regis and Kelly Live and Battle of the Bands along with negotiations for brand integration with CSI Vegas. Wrote and directed filming of national television commercials as well as managed post production and national media buys on Discovery Channel, Travel Channel, MTV Networks and more. Wrote copy and led design on print ads, billboard ads, and magazine copy.
• Led the company publicity with brand integration working on such shows Hells Kitchen, Battle of The Bands, Celebrity Fit Club and CSI Vegas. Worked on set, wrote scripts, managed talent, cast and some directing.
• Managed company promos with Wheel Of Fortune, Regis and Kelly, and the Price is Right.
• Worked with Casino Resort Executives in Las Vegas such as The Wynn, Mandalay Bay, Luxor and MGM Grand for filming rights, licensing, managing talent, supervising crew and crowd control
Jingle Networks
July 2005 - July 2006
Wrote copy for multiple clients advertising on the Jingle Network.
Developed a client base that requested me as their copywriter
Managed team of copywriting assistants.
Copywriter
KISS 108 Radio FM, Boston Copy/Promo Writer
February 1998 – July 2005
• Top copywriter writing for sales department, promotions department, and the “Matty in the Morning Show” live reads.
• Created marketing one-sheets for sales department.
• Wrote copy for kiosks at events and staging for concerts
• Worked with high end clients to create custom copy.
• Worked with record label representatives to write copy for upcoming musical guests.
EDUCATION:
Northeastern University
Major: Marketing /Writing Minor: Broadcasting Bachelors Degree: 3.5 GPA