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Bryn Mooser
Founder and CEO at XTR and DOCUMENTARY+
Bryn Mooser is a prominent figure in the documentary and media industry, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of DOCUMENTARY+.1 Here's an overview of his career and accomplishments:
Professional Experience
Mooser is the founder and CEO of XTR, a documentary studio he launched in September 2019.1 Prior to his current roles, he held several significant positions:
- Senior Vice President at Verizon Media (February 2018 - January 2019)
- Co-founder of RYOT, a media company specializing in documentary film and virtual/augmented reality (January 2012 - January 2019)
- Vice President at AOL (March 2016 - December 2018)
- Haiti Country Director for Artists for Peace and Justice (2010 - 2012)
- Peace Corps Volunteer in The Gambia (2001 - 2004)1
Achievements and Recognition
Mooser's work in the film industry has earned him several accolades:
- Two Oscar nominations for producing documentary short subjects
- Emmy Award winner
- Peabody Award finalist
- Recipient of the Nelson Mandela Changemaker Award12
Throughout his career, Mooser has produced over 200 linear and immersive films, garnering multiple awards including Emmy Awards, Oscar nominations, a Peabody, and a Cannes Lion.3
Background and Education
Born on September 20, 1979, in Los Angeles, Mooser grew up in Bar Harbor, Maine. He studied film at Bennington College before joining the Peace Corps.2
Humanitarian Work
Mooser has a strong background in humanitarian efforts. During his time in Haiti, he helped build the country's largest cholera center and a high school in Port-au-Prince that educates nearly 3,000 Haitian youth annually.23
Bryn Mooser's diverse experience in media, filmmaking, and humanitarian work has shaped his career as a leader in the documentary and non-fiction entertainment industry.
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