Emmy-Winning Producer Fernita Wynn Shares Career Insights with SMS Media Management Students
On December 4th, SMS’ Media Management Graduate Program hosted Fernita Wynn, the Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer and Showrunner of SHERRI, the nationally syndicated talk show with Sherri Shepherd.
Moderated by Crystal James-Goodwin, a graduate student in the program, the session offered invaluable insights into how Ms. Wynn navigated challenges and seized opportunities to build her career. Students, faculty, and guests from New York Women in Film and Television enjoyed a rare glimpse into Ms. Wynn’s world of television production which has included working with Oprah Winfrey, a Nickelodeon special featuring Alicia Keys, and Queen Latifah, among others.
She shared her journey from entry-level positions to becoming a top decision maker, offering an honest view of career growth in a competitive industry Through lively, relatable stories—including encounters with George Clooney, Janet Jackson, and Kamala Harris—Ms. Wynn emphasized the importance of embracing opportunities, staying authentic, and taking bold action.
With humility and grace, Ms. Wynn revealed how her career unfolded through thoughtful, heartfelt decisions. Both students and seasoned professionals left inspired, gaining new insights and forging meaningful connections with this media industry trailblazer.