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Shannon Malone-deBenedictis

KEYNOTE SPEAKER, WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, CREATIVE CONSULTANT AND COACH

Stop shrinking and be your unapologetic self.

What if you could pitch yourself with the same confidence as a hit TV show?

Emmy Award-winning producer and Body Image Certified Coach Shannon Malone-deBenedictis helps women and creative professionals reclaim their voice, value, and visibility.

Shannon shows you how to communicate your brilliance by blending behind-the-scenes media strategy with real-world self-worth work.

Because you are the main character. And it’s time to stop playing the side role in your own story.

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Trusted by Leading Media & Entertainment Brands

Shannon has collaborated with top-tier networks and platforms, bringing powerful storytelling, creative strategy, and industry expertise to every project.

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CLIENTS

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HIGHLIGHTS

A Proven Track Record in Award-Winning Storytelling and Global Media Production

2 Emmy Awards

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200+

hours produced for U.S. and international marketplace

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Daytime Emmy

20+

years experience in Film & TV

10+

years of network experience

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Primetime Emmy

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What media professionals, creatives, and collaborators say about Shannon’s storytelling expertise, industry insight, and unforgettable energy.

HAPPY AUDIENCES

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CAROLE TOMKO

Award-Winning Media Executive, Studio and Network Head

Shannon is a joy to work with both creatively and strategically. She has the rare combination of being able to both develop fresh new concepts while understanding the ever-changing media landscape. She easily pinpoints potential creative challenges and applies her direct and honest feedback to help creatives deliver their best work.

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STEVEN GREEN

Award-Winning UK Producer & Media Executive

Shannon is a gifted program-maker and industry insider with a huge contacts book. She always has the inside track on every media network and platform – the person to go to for sharp opinion of the current documentary and factual market. Oh, and she’s really funny too.

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TRACY BECKETT

Award-Winning Producer & Media Executive

Shannon not only has the expertise in her field but also she can take complex strategies and creative ideas and express them in a very thoughtful and engaging way. I always enjoy our collaborations as she is motivated, humorous and her energy is contagious.

LIFE AFTER TV: A Video Interview Series

Explore the evolving careers of television professionals in LIFE AFTER TV, an inspiring video interview series that highlights real stories of reinvention. From producers and directors to editors, network executives, and line producers, these seasoned creatives share how they’ve transitioned into fulfilling new roles beyond the broadcast and streaming world.

Whether you’re curious about career change, creative consulting, or leveraging storytelling skills outside traditional TV, this series offers valuable insights, industry wisdom, and authentic advice for navigating what comes next. Because yes—there is life after television, and it can be just as powerful.

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The Moth - DC StorySlam

In December 2024, Shannon Malone-deBenedictis took the stage at The Moth–DC StorySLAM, delivering her signature blend of bold, unfiltered storytelling that captivated the room. As an expert in authentic, high-impact communication, Shannon brought her storytelling mastery to life with a powerful, personal narrative.

This unforgettable performance highlights the art of live storytelling and the impact of sharing real experiences on stage. If you're passionate about creative communication, public speaking, and storytelling for change, this is a must-watch moment.

December 2024