Robyn Symon
- Producer
- Director
- Writer
Robyn Symon is a two-time Emmy award-winning
Writer/Producer/Director/Editor. Robyn joined the PBS in 1991 after 4
years as a TV News Reporter in Texas. At PBS, Robyn produced hundreds
of documentaries, public affairs programs and TV series including
"Florida!" which also ran for six seasons on The Travel Channel and the
hugely successful PBS Pledge Special, "Boleros: Unforgettable Love
Song" featuring top Latin musical stars. Robyn wrote and produced the
national PBS documentary series "Voices of Vision," hosted by NPR's
Scott Simon focusing on the work of non-profit organizations throughout
the world.
Robyn debuted in the indie film arena in 2007, producing, directing and editing the feature documentary "Transformation: The Life & Legacy of Werner Erhard" " about one of the most controversial cultural figures of the human potential movement. The film broke the box office record at the Quad Cinema in New York during it's run and was acquired for distribution by Screen Media Films and Universal.
Since then, Robyn has written, produced and directed several documentaries including "Hedy & Yumi: Crossing the Bridge," about a holocaust couple turned relationship experts, "YES: Young Entrepreneurs' Society" revealing the secrets of success of the world's youngest and richest millionaires and "One Week Job" about a Canadian college grad's year long trek to find his passion- one job at a time. In 2012 Robyn served as Production Supervisor of the indie comedy "Take Down the House."
Most recently Robyn wrote, produced, directed and edited "Behind the Blue Veil" a documentary film about one of the oldest cultures in the world, known as the "blue people of the Sahara" who are caught in the middle the War on Terror in North Africa premiering in NY in November 2013. Robyn and partner "Entertainment Tonight" host Nancy O' Dell are currently developing a slate of projects including non-fiction and scripted TV series and feature films. Robyn's debut feature film script, "Silueta" based on a true story is currently in Pre-Production. In addition to two Suncoast Emmys, Robyn has been honored with numerous national awards for writing and producing including 3 Telly awards; 2 NABJ awards and honors by both the Associated Press and UPI.
Robyn debuted in the indie film arena in 2007, producing, directing and editing the feature documentary "Transformation: The Life & Legacy of Werner Erhard" " about one of the most controversial cultural figures of the human potential movement. The film broke the box office record at the Quad Cinema in New York during it's run and was acquired for distribution by Screen Media Films and Universal.
Since then, Robyn has written, produced and directed several documentaries including "Hedy & Yumi: Crossing the Bridge," about a holocaust couple turned relationship experts, "YES: Young Entrepreneurs' Society" revealing the secrets of success of the world's youngest and richest millionaires and "One Week Job" about a Canadian college grad's year long trek to find his passion- one job at a time. In 2012 Robyn served as Production Supervisor of the indie comedy "Take Down the House."
Most recently Robyn wrote, produced, directed and edited "Behind the Blue Veil" a documentary film about one of the oldest cultures in the world, known as the "blue people of the Sahara" who are caught in the middle the War on Terror in North Africa premiering in NY in November 2013. Robyn and partner "Entertainment Tonight" host Nancy O' Dell are currently developing a slate of projects including non-fiction and scripted TV series and feature films. Robyn's debut feature film script, "Silueta" based on a true story is currently in Pre-Production. In addition to two Suncoast Emmys, Robyn has been honored with numerous national awards for writing and producing including 3 Telly awards; 2 NABJ awards and honors by both the Associated Press and UPI.
