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Robert Ecker is an Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer with proven ability to successfully lead and motivate large and diverse groups through complex logistical projects from conception through completion.

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VP Television Programming Executive Producer in USA Resume Robert Ecker

Robert Ecker is an Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer with proven ability to successfully lead and motivate large and diverse groups through complex logistical projects from conception through completion.

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Robert M.

Ecker
704.321.7239
Charlotte, NC 28277 [email protected]

Television Production and Programming Executive
Project Management / Program Development / Contract Negotiations / Integrated Marketing


Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer with proven ability to successfully lead and motivate large and diverse
groups through complex logistical projects from conception through completion. Accomplished television
executive with extensive expertise producing original and innovative content that generates ratings and
revenue. Creative, enthusiastic programmer experienced in digital and social media. Prolific contract negotiator
with meticulous attention to detail.

EXPERIENCE

ECKER MEDIA Charlotte, NC
Media Consultant and Writer 2013 Present
Writer/consultant for various series airing on Travel Channel, HGTV, Velocity and GAC.

FOX NETWORKS GROUP SPEED Charlotte, NC
Vice President of Programming and Executive Producer 2004 2013
Director of Programming 2002 2004
Led development and supervised production of all original programs on the network. Allocated annual budget
in excess of $50 million. Managed multiple external vendors simultaneously. Implemented sponsorship
integration strategies that effectively maximized revenue and achieved client goals.

Project Management

Awarded 2007 Emmy as Executive Producer on sports documentary series, Beyond the Wheel.
Recipient of multiple Telly Awards for original programs.
Developed low-budget reality competition show PINKS into a signature series and powerhouse multi-
million dollar franchise that scored record ratings and spawned a live event business generating up to $2
million in incremental revenue per season.
Launched innovative new broadband platform SPEED2 in 2010 as a video on demand service to
complement the linear channel and add value for the FOX affiliates, including Time Warner Cable,
DirecTV, DISH Network and Cablevision.

Programming and Marketing

Spearheaded four consecutive years of double-digit ratings growth in households and key male
demographic groups through implementation of creative schedule design and innovative programming
strategies.
Forged new relationships and commissioned programs that effectively generated buzz, including the
development and production of original docu-series.
Effectively delivered client messaging through organic product placement across a broad array of
programs originating from diverse venues including live at track, purpose-built studio sets and real world
workplaces.


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Successfully collaborated with Ad Sales, Integrated Marketing and Digital Media groups on social
networking campaigns to support new program launches, maximize viewer engagement and generate
sponsor awareness.

Expense Control

Negotiated countless program contracts and talent agreements with terms highly favorable to the
network.
Implemented cost reductions on various series, increasing profitability and improving productivity.
Supervised 125 episodes of long-running game show at locations around the country.

Communication

Experienced public speaker, proficient at making presentations to senior management, internal
departments and external vendors that mobilize action and produce results.
Authored copious and highly detailed notes on hundreds of programs, providing clear focus and specific
direction to scores of producers and editorial staff.
Adept at conflict resolution and managing competing priorities.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

SPEEDVISION NETWORK Stamford, CT
Coordinating Producer
Created and managed all aspects of historical, documentary and entertainment programming.
Manager of Post-Production
Supervised in-house creative staff of twenty.

INDEPENDENT PRODUCER New York, NY
Clients included American Movie Classics [AMC], New World Communications and WSBK-TV.

WSBK-TV38 Boston, MA
Executive Producer
Conceived, initiated, developed, wrote, produced, directed and edited studio and field-based programs, projects
and special events.

EDUCATION

BOSTON UNIVERSITY Boston, MA
BS College of Communication
Summa Cum Laude

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