Paul Schmidt

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About Paul Schmidt

Dynamic | Versatile | Creative Producer | Branded Content Trusted | Leader | Mentor schmidtpauljames@gmail.com | 647-530-4318 | Twitter:@pschmiddy CONTENT CREATOR I have been described as “a skilled, creative, fearless producer” specializing in lifestyle, entertainment, comedy and sports. I develop engaging, informative and entertaining content across multiple platforms (broadcast, digital and print). Breakfast Television’s national ratings increased by 8% in my first two years as Supervising Producer and ratings at BT Calgary increased by 183% within a year of reformatting the show. Values as a producer: Audience-obsessed | Authentic | Entertaining | Engaging | Positive APPROACHABLE LEADER I am a trusted leader with 10 years of management experience, guiding teams of 20+ direct reports with multimillion-dollar production budgets. Values as a leader: Accountability | Transparency | Consistency INNOVATIVE BRAND INTEGRATIONS I have built winning relationships with external and internal partners. Working with top brands (including Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, WestJet, Tim Hortons) I develop unique, revenue-generating integrated content solutions from concept-stage to execution. AWARD-WINNING PARTNERSHIPS As a leader in local broadcasting, I have worked with community organizations to create award-winning, content-driven marketing partnerships. In its first year, the High Hopes Challenge for Kids Cancer Care exceeded its $100k target by 66% and received the Gold Ribbon award from the Western Association of Broadcasters.