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COMPETITION, TRAVEL, FINE DINING, AND GOOD OLD FASHION FUN!!!!
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LEGAL TERMS
We at Upstream Productions hereby declare that the concept and idea for the television show pitch deck titled “Hook and Cook with Reel Fishing” is original work and intellectual property. I assert all rights, title, and interest in the concept and idea for the television show pitch deck. Any use of the concept and idea for the television show pitch deck without my permission is strictly prohibited and will be subject to legal action.
Join us as we take some of America’s biggest fishing fanatics out for the ultimate fishing escape!
“Hook and Cook with Reel Fishing” is a reality fishing show featuring engaging and affable hosts Gerard Robinson and Charlie Bush. As longtime friends and fishing buddies, spending so much time on the water has made them expert anglers. Never ones to pass up on a challenge, Gerard and Charlie pride themselves on testing the skills of anyone claiming to be an avid fisherman. Their infectious personalities have afforded them bucket-list worthy excursions with special celebrities, athletes, chefs, and industry experts!
This show’s purpose is to showcase fishing on both the expert and professional level from a perspective that hasnt been seen before. “Hook and Cook” will serve as a bridge that brings once in a lifetime outdoors experience to the next generation of millennials and long-time afficianados.
Where else can the average fishing fan get a chance to team up with some of their favorite idols and stars while having in-depth conversations expressing their love for the sport and how they incorporate it into their daily lives?!!
ABOUT THE HOSTS
GERARD ROBINSON was introduced to fishing by his uncle and father when he was seven years old. It was during that time Gerard Robinson fell in love with the sport as well as becoming involved in community programs. His involvement continues to this day, as he gives support to the less fortunate members of the community. Gerard Robinson formed Upstream Productions in 2007 to work with inner-city children for the purpose of teaching them outdoor sports such as fishing, boating, and hiking. Coming from a low-income community, Gerard wanted children to experience the same love for fishing and the outdoors that he did, while gaining an appreciation for nature.
At an early age, CHARLES BUSH also had a love for fishing while fishing with his father and the great outdoors as well as being involved in his community. It was in 2007, Charles Bush and Gerard Robinson met at church, from that day forward they became friends, and fishing pals. Charles was excited to join Upstream Productions to share these fishing experiences through their Outdoor Educational Program including children with special needs and charities. Charles is a drummer and Trustee for First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens located in Somerset New Jersey.
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THE FORMAT
A platform of Traveling and Fishing that includes America’s favorite Athletes, Celebrities, and Culinary Experts guaranteed to have any fishing fan feel like a star!
SEGMENT 1: THE INTRODUCTION
Our fun-loving Hosts, Gerard and Charley, welcome a self-proclaimed fishing fanatic aboard a luxury yacht by introducing themselves and laying out the plan for the day.
SEGMENT 2: GET
HOOKED
Guests are presented with a series of preliminary questions to better get acquainted.
SEGMENT 3: PICK A SIDE
• Guests are asked to place a bet on which host they think can secure the Catch of the Day
• Guests will automatically team up with the partner of their choice
• The host without a partner calls on a surprise celebrity fishing guest to even out the teams
SEGMENT 4: CATCH OF THE DAY
The competition is now in full swing as both hosts and guests start to question each other’s fishing styles, techniques and overall confidence level for securing the big fish.
SEGMENT 5: GET
COOKED
After the winning team has been established, the guys head back to deliver The Catch of the Day to the episode’s featured premiere chef and prepare for a luxury dinner. Conversation continues to flow as the hosts take time to reflect with the guests on their recent experience and further discuss how fishing plays a role in their lives.
HIGH PROFILE GUESTS
- Deion Sanders
- Robert F. Smith
- Magic Johnson
- Oprah and Gayle
- Kevin Hart - The Rock - Rihanna - Michael Jordan
FEATURED DESTINATIONS
- Alaska - The Bahamas - Miami / Florida Keys - Colorado
- Catalina Island
- Montana - Puerto Rico -Massachusetts
TORREY SMITH
JULIUS PEPPERS MICHAEL JORDAN
THE ROCK
KEVIN HART
ROBERT F. SMITH
CIARA & RUSSEL WILSON
OPRAH & GAYLE
DEION SANDERS & RANDY MOSS
MARSHAL YANDA
OUR CELEBRITY FRIENDS
KNOWN CELEBRITY FISHING FANS
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NETWORKS & RATINGS CURRENT
Hook and Cook’s parent show, Reel Fishing, was featured on Sunday afternoons at 2:00 pm on the Sportsman’s Channel and WFN (World Fishing Network) during primetime hours. Reel Fishing with Upstream leads off the fishing block at 2:00 PM Primetime Poised for massive audience expansion in Prime timeslot kicking off for Fishing Content Average Audience: 26,716
SPONSORS
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CORE COMMUNITY SERVICE
We are more than just a reality TV fishing show! Part of our reality is the community service portion, in which Upstream Productions was built on. Upstream Productions provides opportunities through their Outdoor Educational Program. This program is for children with terminal disease, special needs, or from underprivileged environments. Our mission is to inspire
HBCU INTERNSHIP
The Reel Fishing HBCU Internship was created to allow students and graduates majoring in Mass-Communication, Journalism, Editing and English the opportunity to experience their videography and photography in their soon to be chosen line of work.
3 Seniors and 2 graduate applicants were selected from Delaware State University.
The students were overjoyed at this opportunity as they were able to both travel and lend their talents to our amazing Production Team under the direction of our Producer,Mr. Gerel E Robinson, a Deleware State graduate who majored in Mass Communication and Journalism.
We are still in contact with the graduates for future film opportunities. We look forward to work with other colleges and universities each year of filming.
OPPORTUNITY
THE TEAM
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LEGAL TERMS
We at Upstream Productions hereby declare that the concept and idea for the television show pitch deck titled “Hook and Cook with Reel Fishing” is original work and intellectual property. I assert all rights, title, and interest in the concept and idea for the television show pitch deck. Any use of the concept and idea for the television show pitch deck without my permission is strictly prohibited and will be subject to legal action.
