Rob Faris

EXPERT

Strategy

Accomplished leader with startup, midsize, and Fortune 500 business experience with extensive focus on digital content creation & development, live sports rights and streaming, content & talent deal structure, content operations, brand development, market share growth, executive management, and sustainable revenue optimization. Adept at utilizing an entrepreneurial mindset, and strong business acumen to foresee and respond to shifts in consumer behavior.

 

Stellar track record of negotiating and forging mutually beneficial partnerships with key internal/external stakeholders. Decisive leader with a keen focus on cultivating skills of cross-functional teams through inspiring leadership and interactive training.

 

History of success in leading innovative content development strategies for diverse media companies. Recognized for transforming businesses and driving growth by positioning as early adopters of disruptive platforms and digital formats. Expert in managing budgets into award-winning content by attracting top talent and advertisers. Trusted advisor; known for identifying media organization requirements and providing valuable insights on evolving globalized market and brand trends.

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Home Base: Fairfield, CT
Languages: English

Experience

  • AMC Networks

    Executive Producer

    The Thin Line

    The Lost Wave

    The Wildest Dream

  • ESPIN

    PRODUCER

    Sportscentury: 50 Greatest Athletes and Beyond

  • Outside TV

    SVP of Programming and Production

    for Outside TV/ Outside Studios

    Project include:

    Mikalea Shiffrin: Passion & Purpose (Series)

    Nothing for free

    Kelly Slater: The Lost Tapes (Series)

    In Search of Speed (series)

    A Life in Proximity (Series)

  • Greylock Advisors

    Founder

Awards and
Recognition

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Jan 2017

AdWeek Arc Award for Best Use of Long-Form Nonfiction (TV)

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Jan 2016

Cablefax Program Awards for Best Opening Sequence and Best Branded Content

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Jan 2016

National Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Camera Work (Image Quest)

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Jan 2015

AdWeek Media Plan of the Year

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Jan 2015

Cablefax Trailer Award for New Show/Series and Integrated/Cross-Platform promotion

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Jan 2007

National Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Live Event Turnaround (Quest for the Cup)

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Jan 2004

National Sports Emmy for Outstanding Live Event Turnaround

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Jan 2000

National Sports Emmy for Outstanding Edited Sports Series/Anthology (Sports Century)