
Scott Devine
Film and television professor
Education
- M.F.A., cinematography and film/video production, Florida State University
- B.S., communication and radio-television-film, University of Wisconsin
Credentials
Teaching experience
- Professor, film and television, 2018–present, Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta, GA
- Adjunct professor, media production, screenwriting, cinematography, 2012, American Intercontinental University, Schaumburg, IL
- Professor, 2001–2002, Chapman University, Orange, CA
- Faculty member, Summer 2000 and 2001, National High School Institute at Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
- Teaching assistant, College of Motion Picture Arts, 1992–1993, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
- Resident assistant, 1989–1991, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI
Professional experience
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Founder/producer, 2013–present, Rabid Badger Entertainment
Create original content for major studios and independent clients. Content includes narrative, documentary (long form and short form), branding, corporate and "behind the scenes" featurettes. Responsible for overseeing all aspects of production from concept through final delivery, including research, writing proposals and scripts, budgeting, scheduling, pre-production, physical production, editorial, finishing, legal and clearances. Recent clients include Warner Bros., DC Entertainment, Sony, Fox, Lionsgate, A24, Mocean, Mob Scene, Herzog & Co., and Blue Collar Prod.
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Contracted producer/writer, 2013–2014, Mocean
Recruited by Mocean to create feature-length documentaries, TV specials, and creative content for studios. Produced feature-length documentary Necessary Evil: Super-villians of DC Comics and international TV special Heroes & Villians: The World of the Amazing Spider-man. Developed proposals for future documentaries. Clients included Warner Bros., DC Entertainment, Sony.
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Independent producer/writer, 2008–2012, Badger Films
Produced Blu-ray/DVD special features, electronic press kits (EPKs), and internet promos for studio films and TV series. Clients included Warner Bros., Fox, Lionsgate, Blue Collar Productions, and Deluxe. Oversaw all aspects of content production from concept through final delivery. Wrote scripts/voiceovers for original content and promos.
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Senior producer, 2007–2008, Light Source & Imagery
Served as company’s lead producer, creating Blu-ray/DVD special features, EPKs and internet promos for studio films and TV shows. Clients included Fox, Warner Bros., and Paramount. Oversaw all aspects of content production from concept through final delivery. Traveled to production locations (domestic and international) to capture "behind-the-scenes" footage and interviews. Wrote scripts/voiceovers for original content and promos. Served as liaison between studios and talent representatives.
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DVD producer, 2001–2007, New Wave Entertainment
Produced Blu-ray/DVD special features for studio films and TV shows. Clients included Warner Bros., Fox, Paramount, Sony and Universal. Supervised shoots ranging in size from 3–30 crew members. Filmed on-set "behind-the-scenes" footage for studio films and TV shows. Coordinated and conducted interviews with actors and creative talent. Wrote scripts/voiceovers for original content.
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Assistant to producer, 2000–2001, Alphaville
Acted as lead assistant to producer during pre-production and postproduction of feature films Dark Blue and Pootie Tang. Assisted editorial crew in establishing and maintaining edit room during postproduction of Pootie Tang.
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Screenwriter/co-producer, 1999–2002, Shark Attack, Shark Attack 2, and Shark Attack 3
Wrote screenplays for highly successful horror feature film series. Films shown theatrically internationally and on video/DVD domestically. Films aired on HBO, Cinemax, USA Network, Syfy Channel, and Netflix.
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Agent’s assistant, 1995–1999, International Creative Management (ICM)
Served as lead assistant to vice-president of motion picture talent. Coordinated demanding schedule and attended meetings with producers and studio executives regarding company clients. Aided agents in negotiations on client deals. Monitored and maintained client contracts and agency papers. Read spec feature film/TV scripts and wrote agency coverage. Searched for unsigned talent/prospective clients.
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Freelance producer, 1993–1995
Produced corporate and industrial videos in Midwest and Southeast. Clients included Boston Store, Bergner’s, Carson Pirie Scott, Vazda Studios, and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Oversaw shoots with 5–15 crew members. Responsible for handling numerous crew positions including producer, director, cinematographer, and camera operator.
Awards, recognitions, and honors
- Silver Seal Award, IAC Movie International Film & Video Competition, Chaos in Congerville, 1995
- Bronze "Ebenseer Bear" Award, Festival der Nationen (Austria), Chaos in Congerville, 1995
- Cine Golden Eagle Award, Chaos in Congerville, 1994
- Best Film, Student Entry, Best Humorous Film, Best Editing, Best Student Scenario, Chaos in Congerville, Canadian International Annual Film Festival, 1994
- Best of Florida, Alamo American Film Competition for Students, Chaos in Congerville, 1994
- Best Film, Blarney Trophy Category, Cork International Youth Film & Video Festival, Chaos in Congerville, 1994
Organizations
- Producer’s Guild of America, 2007–present
- Florida State University Alumni Association, 1993–present
- University of Wisconsin Alumni Association, 1991–present
Publications and presentations
- "The Rebirth of Cy, Part 1," Asylum. Issue #10 (Comic Book), 1996.
- Various articles, Maximum Press Fantazone (Magazine), 1989–1993.
- Sterling/Tiger Beat Publications, Tiger Beat (Magazine), 1989.