David Kreizman
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David Kreizman (born 1974) is an American soap opera writer.
Kreizman has been part of the writing team for the long running CBS Daytime drama, Guiding Light, since the late 1990's. Since joining GL, the show was declined by about 1.5 million viewers. In 2004, he was promoted to the position of Head Writer by newly appointed executive producer Ellen Wheeler. He replaced writer Ellen Weston. Much was made of Kreizman's age, 29 at the time of his appointment as head writer.
Under Kreizman's watch, several new stories were introduced, most notably the introduction of Reva Lewis' illegitimate son Jonathan Randall (portrayed by Tom Pelphrey), who proved to be much darker and volatile than many previous GL characters. The story engendered further controversy with Jonathan's actions; before anyone realized his true identity, he seduced his cousin Tammy, which initially caused her much anguish after his identity was revealed. The story wandered into further controversy when Tammy and Jonathan became a couple.
Many GL viewers have been less than enthusiastic about many of Kreizman's storylines, most notably the murder of long-time character Phillip Spaulding and the perceived misuse of complex anti-heroine Holly Reade.
[edit] Positions Held
- Head Writer (July 6, 2004 - Present)
- Associate Head Writer (2002 - July 5, 2004)
- Script/Breakdown Writer (1997 - 2002)
- Associate Producer (1997)
- Production Coordinator (1996)
- Production Assistant (Intern) (1995)
- Writer (2001)
[edit] Awards & Nominations
- NOMINATIONS: (1999, 2003; Best Writing; Guiding Light)
Writers Guild Of America Award
- WIN (2004 season; Guiding Light)
- NOMINATIONS: (1998, 2001, 2002 season; Guiding Light)
| Preceded by Ellen Weston |
Head Writer of Guiding Light 2004-present |
Succeeded by incumbent |
| Serial | Head Writer(s) | Associate/Breakdown/Script Writers | Producers | Directors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guiding Light | David Kreizman (HW) & Donna M. Swajeski (Co-HW) | Joyce Brottman, Christopher Dunn, Lloyd Gold, Kimberly Hamilton, Jill Lorie Hurst, Penelope Koechl, Royal Miller, David Smilow, Brett Staneart, Tita Bell | Ellen Wheeler (Executive Producer), Alexandra Johnson, Janet Morrison, Jennifer Weeks, Maria Macina, Jan Conklin, Dana Halber, David Brandon | Robert Scinto, Adam Reist, Brian Mertes, Jo Annne Sedwick, Matthew Hagle, Tracey Bryggman, Ellen Wheeler |
