Samaria Parker is a story producer who has worked on Emmy and Oscar-winning teams.

NEWS PACKAGES

I produced news packages for upcoming CNN Original Series and Films premieres, ensuring each segment was thoughtfully crafted and engaging. I actively pitched relevant and compelling topics for each package, suggested appropriate reporters to track the stories, and coordinated shoots with on-camera talent. Additionally, I sourced all necessary elements, including photos and videos, and secured proper licensing. I meticulously coordinated the editing process and collaborated closely with legal and standards departments to ensure every piece met CNN’s quality and compliance standards.

INTERVIEWS

For interviews, I helped coordinate weeks-long campaigns of on-air interviews for iconic CNN series and films, including Stanley Tucci’s Searching for Italy, Eva Longoria’s Searching for Mexico, Navalny, Kamau Bell’s United Shades of America, Lisa Ling’s This is Life and many others. I researched and pitched potential interviewees. Additionally, I contributed to developing thoughtful questions for the anchors, helped select and provide relevant clips to enhance the interviews, coordinated and booked all talent travel arrangements, and served as the primary point of contact for the talent while they were on-site, ensuring they arrived at each segment fully prepared and on schedule.

EPISODES

At ABC News’ 20/20, I contributed to two-hour episodes and specials, managing tasks from pre- to post-production. I organized and flagged hundreds of key documents and media from the District Attorney’s office for producers. I thoroughly studied each trial to support producers with scripting and fact-checking, conducted research, sourced materials, and coordinated shoots and graphics. For the Emmys special, I led production of Act One, completing it within a fast-paced four week schedule.