I’m Kat. I spent a decade producing unscripted TV — network, on set, and in the production office — covering every department and every kind of story, from quick-turn segments to long-form series. The pandemic changed my career trajectory; I couldn’t keep hustling for shows, working unpaid overtime, and taking on extra responsibilities as pay and opportunities dwindled.

I searched for alternatives and tried three different career coaches who didn’t understand the realities of production work, which cost me both time and money and left me frustrated. So I began applying production methods to job hunting and discovered that many of our on-set skills — project management, problem solving, tight-deadline coordination, and creative collaboration — transfer directly to corporate, education, non-profit, and entrepreneurial roles.

I eventually made the switch, preserved my creative side, and now help other media professionals reshape their work-life balance and build a sustainable “New Reality.” Our industry has changed, and we need to adapt with it while keeping ourselves centered amid the chaos. Together, we can create a network of creatives and media professionals who are valued, uniquely placed, and confident in their skills. If you’re curious about what other roles you might be a fit for, or just want to vent, I’m happy to chat.