Scott McIsaac, a producer on multiple Academy Awards broadcasts, has a diverse portfolio of writing credits across various platforms. He has contributed to PBS's American Masters series, crafting the episode "The Great American Songbook" starring Michael Feinstein, and penned the official documentary on the history of coming attractions for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. This documentary is widely distributed to colleges and universities nationwide, showcasing his expertise in the realm of film history.
Following the 9/11 attacks, McIsaac was approached by the Central Intelligence Agency to write classified training, historical, and proposal films. His work expanded to include writing for the National Security Agency, further demonstrating his versatility and adaptability.
McIsaac's work on true crime episodes for Discovery's "Guilty or Innocent" series has had a profound impact. Two subjects, who were previously incarcerated for crimes they did not commit or for which there was strong evidence of actual innocence, have been exonerated and released from prison. This highlights the importance of thorough investigation and the role that documentaries can play in uncovering the truth.
As a film historian, McIsaac has appeared on screen in numerous documentaries accompanying classic films on DVD from MGM and Twentieth Century FoxHome Entertainment. These documentaries include "Notorious" (Hitchcock),"Spellbound," "An Affair to Remember," "Jane Eyre," "Our Man Flint," and the Charlie Chan and Mr. Moto series.
In addition to his work on documentaries, McIsaac was a writer-producer for IFC's "ifilm@ifc" series, which explored the world of independent film. This diverse range of projects showcases his ability to adapt to various formats and genres, making him a talented and versatile professional in the world of film and television.
