Joy Lee

About Joy Lee

I’m a Production Executive and Director of Production with 16+ years of experience leading complex, multi-platform productions across network television, streaming, branded content, and large-scale campaign environments.Throughout my career, I’ve overseen multi-million-dollar budgets, managed cross-functional teams of 200+ crew members, and partnered directly with network executives, C-suite leaders, creative directors, and agency stakeholders to deliver high-impact content on time and on budget. My work spans broadcast, digital, social, experiential, and out-of-home — translating creative ambition into operationally sound execution.I’ve held Executive in Charge and Production Executive roles at Paramount’s MTV Entertainment Studios, led long-running Emmy-recognized daytime programming at CBS, and produced scripted content that went on to secure Netflix distribution. Beyond entertainment, I’ve built and scaled production systems within agency environments, supporting public-sector and nonprofit campaigns including NYC Votes and NYS Office of Cannabis Management.What differentiates me is not just production expertise — but operational leadership.I specialize in:• Multi-million-dollar budget creation and financial stewardship• Production strategy & scalable systems building• Cross-functional leadership across creative, finance, legal & operations• Tax credit fulfillment & compliance (30% GA tax credit at highest receivable threshold)• Union & non-union labor oversight• Risk mitigation, scheduling optimization & vendor negotiations• Building production infrastructure within growing organizationsI thrive at the intersection of creativity and business — where strong process, fiscal discipline, and decisive leadership allow teams to deliver ambitious work without sacrificing quality or margin.Selected Career Highlights• Emmy Award Winner – Outstanding Informative Talk Show• Emmy Nominee – Outstanding Informative Talk Show• Executive in Charge credits across MTV long-form series• Produced scripted series sold to Netflix (Season 1 → Season 2 greenlit)• Cannes Series Festival competitor• Built and implemented agency-wide photo & video production processes• Led productions across broadcast, streaming, digital, social & OOHIf you\'re building ambitious creative work and need operational leadership that scales with it — I’m always open to connecting.

Experience

1. Director of Photo & Video Productions

   Bellweather Agency

   Jun 2025 — Present

   Lead all photo and video production strategy across agency campaigns, expanding Bellweather’s production capabilities and integrating scalable systems into the agency’s operational structure.• Built and implemented the agency’s end-to-end Photo & Video Production process, formalizing workflows from pre-production through post• Serve as executive production lead across nonprofit and public-sector campaigns including MetroPlusHealth NYC, NYC Campaign Finance Board (NYC Votes), and NYS Office of Cannabis Management• Translate creative strategy into operational plans spanning print, digital, social, broadcast, and out-of-home• Oversee SOW development, budgeting, scheduling, vendor negotiations, and financial tracking• Partner with C-suite stakeholders to manage risk, scope, timelines, and cost efficiencies• Ensure full compliance with NYC/NYS permitting regulations and production guidelines

Education

• Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick

  BA

Skills

• Video
• Music
• New Media
• Voice Over
• Documentaries
• Broadcast
• Reality Television
• Live Events
• Hd Video
• Avid
• Reality
• Production Management
• Field Producing
• Avid Media Composer
• Reality Tv
• Media Production
• Television
• Producing
• Event Management
• Post Production
• Comedy
• Broadcast Television
• Camera
• Digital Media
• Film Production
• Entertainment
• Production Managment
• Film
• Video Production
• Final Draft
• Final Cut Pro