Alyssa Menard Haase
About Alyssa Menard Haase
Alyssa Menard Haase is a Content & Programming Manager at Sesame Workshop, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in video production and has held various roles in the entertainment industry, including positions at The Walt Disney Company and The Mill.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Alyssa Menard Haase serves as the Content & Programming Manager at Sesame Workshop, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees content development and programming strategies for various projects. She has facilitated audio pass notes and table reads for the Goodnight, World Podcast, enhancing collaboration among teams. Additionally, she has implemented a new programming strategy for Sesame’s OTT platforms, resulting in a significant increase in audience engagement.
Previous Experience at Sesame Workshop
Before her current role, Alyssa worked at Sesame Workshop as a Multiplatform Programming Coordinator from 2017 to 2021. During this time, she managed programming initiatives across multiple platforms. She also served as a Production Assistant for four months in 2017, contributing to various production tasks. Her experience at Sesame Workshop includes rebuilding production schedules and developing feedback systems for the Goodnight, World Podcast.
Career Background
Alyssa's career includes diverse roles in the media and entertainment industry. She worked at The Mill as Client Services for one year and held various positions at The Walt Disney Company, including Boutique Hostess and Main Entrance Operations. Additionally, she gained experience as a Media Specialist and Program Leader at Dream Careers Inc. and as a Production Assistant at 5 POINTS PRODUCTION and Mountain Lake PBS.
Education and Expertise
Alyssa earned her Bachelor's Degree in Video Production from the State University of New York College at Fredonia, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in media production, which she has applied throughout her career. Her expertise includes project management, programming coordination, and content development, particularly in children's media.
Achievements in Programming and Production
Throughout her career, Alyssa has achieved notable milestones in programming and production. She supported the launch of HBOMax as the lead Project Manager, overseeing production schedules and content curation. She established a creative partnership with the National Theater of the Deaf and Hypernovas Productions to create an American Sign Language series for Sesame Street's YouTube Channel. Additionally, she has led monthly meetings with WarnerMedia to coordinate programming efforts.