Founder’s Bio

Bob Kelly began his career in Hollywood CA, where he learned his craft under the tutelage of top Hollywood live television professionals. Kelly worked for Directors such as Marty Pasetta, Don Mischer, and Rick Locke on programs ranging from game shows to situation comedies to network specials. Some of his credits include the “1985 Academy Awards”, “The AFI salute to Gene Kelly”, “Jeopardy”, “Soul Train”, and the 1987-1989 sit-com “D.C. Follies”.

During this time, Kelly became a member of the Directors Guild of America, and remains an active member today. That association has allowed him to be involved with such projects as “D.C. Follies” (Associate Director & Stage Manager) “The Disney MGM Studios Grand Opening Special” (Stage Manager) and “Skates of Gold II” (Stage Manager). In addition to his directorial work, Kelly also excelled in the creative and management sides of the business. He has held positions as production manager, unit manager, associate producer, and producer.

In 1989, Kelly left Hollywood to pursue his career goals of producing and directing beyond the encumbrances of Los Angeles. He moved to Washington DC, where he worked for WRC-TV, the NBC O&O and played active production roles on many NBC productions including “The McLaughlin Group”, “Its Academic”, “The Jesse Jackson Show”, “George Michael’s Sports Machine” “Meet the Press”, and many more. It was during this time in Washington that Kelly discovered live event production for the corporate market. Because of his unique Hollywood and live television experience, excelling at live events was a natural extension and an excellent fit for the blossoming producer/director.

In 1992, Kelly returned home to Cincinnati, OH to be closer to family. He worked with several of the largest production companies in the area, including two years as production manager/live producer for Paradigm Communication Group, and five years with Iacono Productions as Vice President, Production before deciding to venture out on his own.

In 2002, Kelly formed KPG Creative (Kelly Production Group, Inc.), a company specializing in creative communications consulting. As a producer/director for corporate and broadcast projects, KPG Creative provides many services and skills including creative development, writing, video production and live event production.