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Leah James is a seasoned television producer with extensive experience in broadcast television, media production, and post-production. She has worked on various TV shows, including The Voice, Australian Ninja Warrior, and Love Island, in roles such as host producer, studio producer, and casting producer. Leah holds a Bachelor of Communications from the University of New England and has a strong skillset in video editing, Excel, and Word.

Experience

    • Studio / Judge Producer - Come Dance With Me - S1
      • Apr 2021 - Jun 2021

      I prepared briefing documents and cue cards for the Host and 3 Judges. I briefed the Judges on story points and produce them during record days. I assisted with creating / distributing the rundown and script and delivering final documents to Post.I produced the episodic hero and creative transition shots.

    • Junior Studio Producer - Australian Ninja Warrior S5
      • Nov 2020 - Mar 2021

      I assisted the EP with creating / distributing the rundown and script.I worked closely with external contributors, the art department and safety manager to produce studio moments. Based in the OB truck during records, I produced the Skype calls, recorded timings and prepared the leaderboard and logs, distributing all final documents to the post team.

    • Challenge AP - Celebrity Apprentice S5
      • Aug 2020 - Nov 2020

      I planned challenges, including sourcing locations and booking external contributors. I produced break away shoots, working closely with the story producers and AD. I wrote dossiers, covid management plans and communicated information to HOD's

  • ITV
    • Sydney
    • Host / Story Producer - The Voice S9
      • Jan 2020 - Jun 2020
      • Sydney

      I produced the Co - Hosts, briefing them on story and scripting. I ensured that they were in the correct position and on schedule. I produced Back stories, carried out interviews and planned reality shoot days.

    • United Kingdom
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Villa Producer - Love Island S2
      • Sep 2019 - Nov 2019

      I was the sole producer based in the Villa with the Contributors throughout the day. I developed a strong rapport with them, and worked with the control room to accelerate story lines.I worked closely with the dates and challenges team to ensure that their shoot requirements were met.

    • Casting Producer - The Voice S9
      • Aug 2019 - Sep 2019

      I scouted singers and methodically searched for people with interesting stories to tell.I assessed online applications and conducted skype auditions.I liaised with Radio and Newspaper journalists to facilitate interviews promoting casting.

    • Host AP / Script AP / Story AP - The Voice S8
      • Jan 2019 - Jul 2019

      During the Blind auditions I was the Host Producer.During the remaining phases of the show, I relayed script changes from the EP to the autocue operator. I edited the script during the rehearsal and distributed the final script for RX.I planned back stories, carried out Master interviews and artist interviews.

    • Casting AP - The Voice S8
      • Aug 2018 - Dec 2018

      I scouted talent and assessed the applications.I held auditions with a Music producer on the National casting tour.I carried out in depth casting interviews on the National key check tour.

    • United Kingdom
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Host AP / Script AP / Story AP - The Voice S7
      • Jan 2018 - Jun 2018

    • Casting AP - The Voice S7
      • Oct 2017 - Dec 2017

    • Studio Researcher / Executive Assistant - The Voice S6
      • Jan 2017 - Jul 2017

    • Casting Researcher / Executive Assistant - The Voice S5
      • Jan 2016 - Jul 2016

    • Executive Assistant / Receptionist - The Voice S4
      • Jan 2015 - Aug 2015

    • Production Coordinator
      • Jun 2013 - Jan 2015
      • SBS World News

      I rostered approximately 100 journalists in 3 news rooms. I liaised with news agencies worldwide, including CNN and Pac TV. I created and distributed call sheets to book live crosses.I researched and processed news complaints, located copies of stories and prepared entries for journalism competitions. I used Quantel and Media Proxy to edit and distribute packages. I drew up contracts, processed timesheets, leave and pay queries. I coordinated staff training, the cadet and intern programs.

    • Production Assistant
      • Nov 2013 - Nov 2013
      • Dance Red Saves Lives

      As a Production Assistant working on the live broadcast of Stereosonic 2013 I called the cues for the pyrotechnics from the control room.I handled the accreditation for our crew of 70, picked up crew from various sites and distributed meals.I liaised with the site office to coordinate the bump in/out.

    • Programming Assistant
      • May 2012 - Jun 2013

      I produced the introductions to Sport Matches which were filmed in the studio. This involved booking the talent, crew and studio. I also loaded the scripts, graphics and rolled the auto cue. I took care of the programming, presentation scheduling and commercial trafficking for 2 sport and a news channel.

    • Presentation Scheduler
      • Feb 2011 - Feb 2012

      Working across Animal Planet Europe, World Europe and Science Europe I worked with various departments to ensure that programs, promotions and continuity elements and were applied effectively.

    • Network Media Coordinator
      • Jun 2008 - Feb 2010

      I produced billboard commercials for Sponsorship campaigns. This involved liaising with clients, coordinating and attending voice over and editing sessions.I sourced and applied material instructions from clients and advertising agencies, liaised with production houses and dealt with technical issues.

Education

  • 2005 - 2007
    The University of New England
    Bachelor of Communications, Communication and Media Studies
  • 2013 - 2013
    Metroscreen
    Introduction to Television Producing
  • 1998 - 2003
    Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College
    Higher School Certificate

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