Danielle DiStefano

Chief Technology Officer at ITV America

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States

About Danielle DiStefano

Danielle DiStefano is Chief Technology Officer at ITV America. Location: Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States.

As Chief Technology Officer for ITV America, Danielle DiStefano is a proven technology leader who oversees all facets of the company’s technology strategy, from production and post-production workflows to facility infrastructure and enterprise IT. DiStefano’s ascent to CTO is marked by a history of driving technical innovation and operational excellence across the media industry. Her deep capabilities in post-production and workflow design were honed through key leadership roles in unscripted post-production and live sports over the past 25+ years. Danielle’s Emmy-winning experience at the Olympic Games with high-stakes, large-scale technical environments prepared her to consistently deliver creative, outside-the-box technical solutions essential for high-quality content delivery for hit shows such as Love Island USA, Hell’s Kitchen and Queer Eye. Dedicated to fostering the next generation of industry leaders, Danielle extends her expertise beyond her corporate duties. She actively mentors peers and colleagues through various programs, prioritizing her role as a role model and mentor for women and the LGBTQ+ community in production. When she is not focused on data and fiber connectivity, Danielle enjoys time with her wife, daughter, and dog Clifford.

Skills

  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Project Management
  • HD Workflows

Additional experience

  • Executive Vice President, Post Operations & Technology

    ITV America

    April 2020 – March 2024

Education

  • Bachelor of Science, SUNY Oneonta