Nakia Swinton

About

Nakia (Kia) Swinton is a dynamic media and tech professional with a passion for comedy and culture. She brings a diverse skill set across digital media, television, and podcasting. Nakia’s career spans key roles such as Communications at VICE, Talent and Development at WarnerMedia, and her current role as Supervising Producer at iHeartMedia. Known for her creativity and drive, Nakia continues to make her mark in the industry through her innovative approach to storytelling and content creation. She has led successful branded content projects, developed podcast strategies, and increased audience engagement through strategic partnerships and data-driven insights.

Experience

• Supervising Producer, Ruby (Branded Content Studio) · iHeartMedia06-01-2021

  • Collaborate with marketing and sales to develop creative $1.5M+ branded content packages for clients, leading to an 85% podcast renewal rate. • Manage workflow of 4+ production teams; create and monitor production timelines to streamline operations and enable project execution. • Built and manage comprehensive talent and staff database with 150+ entries, managing talent partnership and improving team efficiency. • Direct talent and recording sessions, oversee episode structure, create season budgets, and conduct contract negotiations. • Collaborate with research team to track podcast performance and measurement studies, and utilize data insights to improve content. • Produce and execute live podcast bonus episodes and manage all aspects of production from planning to post-event analysis. • Lead content strategies and drive user engagement across multiple shows, including The Official Game of Thrones Podcast (#1 on Apple Podcasts) and Heart of the Game (AMBIES Best Sports Podcast nominee).

• Director and Producer · Freelance12-01-2020 – 11-01-2023

  • Developed and executed content strategies for Balanced Black Girl Podcast, J.P. Morgan’s Women In podcast, Glo in the Dark podcast. • Directed in studio video podcast interviews with high-profile host and talent. • Identified and secured 50+ strategic partnerships with influential guests, enhancing brand value and audience engagement. • Provided detailed editorial feedback, guiding the post-production process to ensure high-quality content aligned with the brand's objectives.

• Podcast Creator, Producer and Manager · Sufficiently Black02-01-2019 – 11-01-2022

  • Led all aspects of podcast production for 90+ episodes: hosting, producing, editing, developing creative segments, guest booking. • Developed and implemented podcast monetization strategies, including partnership programs and advertising integration. • Increased user base of independent podcast by 35% through data-driven content strategy and targeted audience growth initiatives.

• Talent Assistant, Development and Original Programming · Warner Bros. Discovery03-01-2019 – 09-01-2020

  • Evaluated 100+ content concepts in development, providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership. • Created and presented 15+ strategic pitch decks informing executive decision making on show concepts and talent partnerships. • Identified and pitched over 50+ emerging talents for shows in development, enhancing content diversity and audience appeal. • Led talent management for 10+ high-profile marketing events, including the Impractical Jokers Movie, ensuring seamless event execution.

• Communications Assistant · VICE Media04-01-2016 – 2019

  • Led press strategy across 10 digital channels, effectively promoting VICE's talent and digital/branded content, resulting in 40% increased media coverage and audience engagement. • Conducted daily research on industry news, trends and market opportunities, providing strategic insights for C-suite executives. • Managed 35+ key stakeholder relationships, strengthening brand partnerships and collaboration opportunities.

Education

• Montclair State UniversityBachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Arts

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