LIZ BRONSTEIN
Whale Wars splashes across the increasingly exhausted genre of people-at-work reality series like icy seawater, jolting you awake with a frothy, briny burst of — well, you get the idea. This is one spunky show.
LIZ BRONSTEIN
Executive Producer ShowRunner Executive Consultant
Liz Bronstein is an Executive Producer, Showrunner, and creative strategist whose work spans premium nonfiction television, digital media, and emerging storytelling platforms. She has created and led ambitious projects for CNN, HBO, Discovery, Amazon, National Geographic, and other major media companies, translating complex ideas into compelling, accessible stories for broad audiences.
Alongside her long-form television work, Liz consults with media companies, creators, and technology startups on content strategy, audience engagement, interactive viewing, archive repurposing, distributed production, and AI-assisted storytelling. Her work sits at the intersection of editorial judgment, creative leadership, production expertise, and the rapidly changing ways audiences discover and consume media.
Liz has led large-scale productions involving hundreds of people across development, production, postproduction, legal, talent, and delivery. She is particularly skilled at building creative systems that allow teams to move quickly while maintaining a clear editorial voice, high production standards, and operational discipline.
Liz also works as a consultant and creative partner for production companies, networks, creators, and emerging media ventures. Her work ranges from early-stage show development and format creation to story producing, editorial restructuring, rough-cut analysis, and helping troubled projects find their way back to a clear, compelling narrative. She also advises on production strategy, workflow, team structure, and the development of new content models across traditional and digital platforms. To speak with Liz about a project, click below.
Shows
Executive Producer/ShowRunner
Eleanor & Franklin
Coming 2027
Executive Produced by Oscar and Emmy winner RJ Cutler, Eleanor & Franklin is a 6 episode documentary series that tells the revealing story of the most radical, bold and transformative partnerships in American history delving into the Roosevelt's open marriage and Eleanor’s female lover. The series also looks at how FDR was able to control and protect his public image so successfully that many people didn’t even know he was wheelchair-bound and paralyzed from the waist down. In the context of today’s fundamental reexamination of gender politics, sexual orientation, race, and even “fake news,” the Roosevelts’ marriage offers a unique opportunity to place these up-to-the-minute cultural conversations in an unexpected historical context, shedding light on both the past and the present.
Executive Producer/ShowRunner
Whale Wars
Whale Wars is an 8-Season that follows Sea Shepherd, a group dedicated to stopping illegal whaling operations through direct action. The show captures the dangerous confrontations between Sea Shepherd's crew and whalers in the Antarctic Ocean. Viewers witness the crew's daring tactics, including high-speed chases, ramming vessels, and boarding ships, all in the name of protecting endangered whales. The series offers a gripping look at the ethical and legal battles surrounding conservation efforts on the high seas and spawned two spin-off series, Viking Shores and Operation Blue Fin which follow their anti-whaling efforts in the Faroe Islands and the Mediterranean Sea.
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Ocean Warriors
Network Executive Producer
From Executive Producer Robert Redford, Ocean Warriors is a documentary series that follows environmental activists and conservationists as they battle illegal fishing and other threats to marine life across the world's oceans. The show highlights the relentless efforts of these brave individuals and organizations as they confront poachers, traffickers, and environmental criminals. With high-stakes missions and real-time action, Ocean Warriors exposes the urgent need to protect marine ecosystems and the creatures that inhabit them. The series offers an eye-opening look at the global fight to preserve the health and diversity of our oceans.
Robert Redford's Ocean Warriors is a riveting spiritual Successor to Whale Wars
First Ladies
Network Executive Producer
Narrated by actress Robin Wright, this documentary series delves into the personal histories, challenges, and contributions of 6 of America's First Ladies, revealing the often-overlooked influence they wielded in politics and society. Through archival footage, expert interviews, and personal stories, First Ladies paints a compelling portrait of these powerful women and their roles in some of the most significant moments in American history. The show provides a nuanced perspective on how these women redefined the position and left their mark on the country. The premiere of the show on Oct 4, delivered CNN Original Programming its highest ratings since 2016.
Consulting Producer
The Giant Beast that is the Global Economy
Executive produced by Adam McKay, The Giant Beast That is the Global Economy is a documentary series, that delves into the complexities and oddities of the global economy. The show takes viewers on an eye-opening journey through various economic phenomena, from money laundering and cryptocurrency to artificial intelligence. With a blend of humor and investigative journalism, host Kal Penn. The series, guided by McKay's sharp wit, explores the strange and surprising ways economic forces impact our daily lives.
Executive Producer/ShowRunner
Believer
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Reza Aslan
Believer with Reza Aslan is a documentary series where religious scholar Reza Aslan immerses himself in various faiths and spiritual practices around the world. The show explores the beliefs, rituals, and cultures of different religions, offering viewers a deep and personal understanding of what it means to believe. Through his immersive experiences, Reza challenges stereotypes and uncovers the complexities and commonalities of global spiritual traditions. The series provides a thought-provoking look at faith from a fresh, insider perspective.
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ShowRunner/Executive Producer
Jockeys
Jockeys is a documentary television series that provides an inside look at the high-stakes world of horse racing. The show follows the lives of professional jockeys as they navigate the intense competition, rigorous training, and personal challenges of their demanding careers. Viewers witness the emotional highs and lows of racing, from the thrill of victory to the physical risks involved in the sport. Jockeys offers a rare glimpse into the dedication and resilience required to succeed in one of the most dangerous and exhilarating sports in the world. Featuring Mike Smith, Garrett Gomez, Joe Talamo, Chantal Sutherland, Kyla Stra and Corey Nakatani.
One of the Best ShowsYou Probably Haven't Ever Watched
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Joe Millionaire
ShowRunner/Executive Producer
This genre defining dating show with a twist garnered consistently high ratings throughout its run, with its season finale attracting 42 million viewers, still the highest rated reality show in TV history. Credited with creating the structure, look and feel of the show and establishing the show’s comedic tone, as well as shaping and shepherding the production on the ground in France and in post-production. Joe Millionaire entered the cultural zeitgeist during its run and was featured in three The New Yorker cartoons and a Saturday Night Live skit.
ShowRunner/Executive Producer
Project Greenlight
This Emmy-nominated reality series about a first-time filmmaker was executive produced by Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Miramax Films. The show received consistently high ratings, extensive press coverage, an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Series, and the honor of a 30-minute Martin Scorsese film spoof starring Dennis Leary.
Liz and The Lizard Trading Company are represented by Katie Zwick at CAA.
You can also contact Liz at LizBronstein@gmail.com