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Scott Burgess

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Head of Video Operations at Business Insider
📍 Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Scott is a seasoned media executive with over a decade of experience leading video operations and driving digital growth. As Head of Video Operations at Business Insider, he leads teams across OTT, CTV/FAST, and live video. Colleagues describe him as a "top-notch leader" and "full landscape, global thinker. "

Drawing from his extensive career at Outside, he has a deep-rooted connection to the outdoor industry. He was instrumental in building the companys digital presence, including launching shows and managing live events for leading brands in the outdoor space.

He was the recipient of the 2019 Award for Work Excellence (AWE), where he was called the "backbone" of Outsides digital business.

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Experience
18 Years
Current Role
Head of Video Operations
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Stamford, Connecticut, United States
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Video Operations
His career focus involves leading multidisciplinary teams and managing end-to-end video delivery across digital, OTT, and broadcast platforms.
OTT & FAST Strategy
He specializes in building and scaling video ecosystems, including launching and managing FAST channels for major media brands like Business Insider and Outside.
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Career

Work history

7-2025
Head of Video Operations
Business Insider
4-2023 - 7-2025
Executive Director of Operations
Outside
6-2021 - 4-2023
Director of Digital Media & Operations
Outside
4-2019 - 12-2021
Director Of Digital Media
Outside TV
1-2018 - 4-2019
Senior Digital Content Manager
Outside TV
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Education
2009 - 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Hofstra University
2008 - 2008
Certificate
Connecticut School of Broadcasting
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