Phillip Lanos

Media Operations Lead and Supervising Producer with 10+ years of experience launching and scaling audio/video verticals. Former North American Lead for Sequoia-backed Tigerhall and Launch Producer for Al Jazeera's 'The Take.' Specialized in building remote production infrastructures, managing high-profile talent (Cal Fussman, Fortune 500 execs), and executing zero-to-one media strategies. I build media engines for high-growth companies. From launching Al Jazeera's daily video podcast to leading North American content operations for Sequoia-backed Tigerhall, I specialize in the intersection of technical production and operational strategy. philliplanos+2

Focus on personal-brand strategy and content that 'resonates' — through Own The Rhythm he blends brand identity workshops, storytelling, UX thinking, and grounded design to help small and mid-level entrepreneurs create consistent messaging and owned content (especially audio). philliplanos+1

Bridge‑builder and connector in the LA startup and creative scenes — beyond production work he emphasizes strategic introductions, community building, and helping guests and clients amplify their voice across platforms. philliplanos+1

Multidisciplinary background — a blend of music, digital marketing, and interviewing that informs his approach to creative direction and show production. He leverages experience across agency roles and independent production to help founders translate ideas into repeatable, shareable media. philliplanos+1

Proof of impact includes building the first daily video podcast for a global news network, serving as Day-1 North America Podcast Lead at Sequoia ed-tech, completing 500+ interviews for Entrepreneur/Inc., 300+ episodes on Strategic Advisor Board, and 100+ episodes across EO NYC, West, Mexico, and Global. Currently hosts 100+ remote episodes for Grit Daily. gritdaily

Phillip has prepared founders for major media like WSJ and Forbes through six top PR firms. He also successfully solo-ran a profitable coworking space through the pandemic, demonstrating versatile operational leadership. philliplanos