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Jeff Ingold

Jeff Ingold is an television and , best known as the of and executive producer on the Emmy-winning comedy series , Shrinking, and Bad Monkey. Ingold graduated from in 1990 with a B.A. in , where he captained the men's team. He later earned an M.B.A. from the . Ingold began his career in sales for , a tennis racquet manufacturer, before a summer at sparked his interest in television. He joined in a research role, advanced to assistant positions in production companies, and eventually served as the network's point person on Just Shoot Me. By 2006, he had risen to executive vice president of and Comedy Series, overseeing development and production of hit shows including , , , , , and Scrubs. During this period, won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2006. In 2011, Ingold left NBC to join Doozer Productions, founded by Bill Lawrence, where he became president and executive producer on projects for Warner Bros. Television and Apple TV+. His most prominent work includes Ted Lasso (2020–2023), for which he shared Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2021 and 2022, along with nominations in 2023. He also executive produced Shrinking (2023–present), earning a 2025 Emmy nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series, and Bad Monkey (2024–present). Ingold resides in with his wife and two children.

Early life and education

Early life

Jeff Ingold grew up in , a suburb of , where he spent his formative childhood years. During his early years, Ingold showed an early interest in sports, participating in alongside his future roommate Tom Barnds; at around age 8, the two notably turned a together during a game. He attended Seaholm High School in , where he competed on the boys' team. In 1984, Ingold paired with Pat Dunn in doubles to help the team secure the Suburban Metro Activities (SMA) championship and advance to the state tournament at Midland, defeating opponents decisively in regional play at Troy Athens High School. His involvement in competitive highlighted his athletic pursuits and skills during high school. Following high school, Ingold continued his education at Princeton University.

Education

Ingold grew up in Michigan, which influenced his decision to attend an East Coast university like Princeton. He graduated from Princeton University in 1990 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. Ingold served as captain of the men's squash team in 1990. As a junior, he contributed to the team's victory in the 1989 Ivy League Championships and to its competitive success in intercollegiate play. Following his undergraduate studies, Ingold pursued graduate education in business and earned a from the . This program equipped him with key skills in management and production, aligning with his emerging interests in media and entertainment.

Career

NBC career

After earning his MBA from the in 1994, Jeff Ingold joined in the mid-1990s, initially working in the network's research department, where he analyzed viewer data and storylines to inform programming decisions. This entry-level role provided foundational insights into audience preferences and network operations, setting the stage for his transition into entertainment development. Ingold advanced through NBC's ranks in the current series department, overseeing established comedies such as Just Shoot Me! and during their runs in the late 1990s and early 2000s. By 2001, he was promoted to vice president of current series programs. In 2006, he was elevated to senior vice president of comedy development, expanding his oversight to include innovative projects such as and . As executive vice president of comedy programming by 2008, Ingold played a key role in the development and production of NBC's comedy slate, including shepherding pilots for shows like and . His tenure emphasized character-driven narratives and ensemble casts, helping sustain NBC's reputation for workplace comedies amid shifting viewer habits. In his final 2010–2011 development season, he guided six new comedy pilots to production, demonstrating his influence on the network's pipeline before departing in 2011 to join .

Doozer Productions

In June 2011, Jeff Ingold was hired as president of Doozer Productions, the company founded by Bill Lawrence in 2009 under Warner Bros. Television. As president, Ingold oversees the company's overall operations and leads the development of comedy series for streaming and broadcast platforms, including Apple TV+ and ABC. Under his leadership, Doozer has produced several notable series with Ingold serving as executive producer, including (2019) for , (2021) for Max, (2020–2023) for Apple TV+, Shrinking (2023–present) for Apple TV+, and Bad Monkey (2024–present) for Apple TV+. Ingold's behind-the-scenes contributions to included guiding its production process and incorporating squash-themed elements drawn from his experience as captain of Princeton University's men's team, where he was inspired by coach Callahan's optimistic coaching style that mirrored the show's titular character's approach.

Awards and nominations

Primetime Emmy Awards

Jeff Ingold, serving as executive producer for the Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso, shared in the win for Outstanding Comedy Series at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards in 2021 for the show's first season. This victory highlighted the series' breakthrough success in blending humor with heartfelt storytelling, marking Ingold's first Primetime Emmy as a producer. The following year, achieved a rare back-to-back triumph, winning Outstanding Comedy Series again at the in 2022 for its second season, with Ingold once more credited as . These consecutive awards elevated Ingold's profile in the industry, demonstrating his pivotal role in overseeing productions that resonate globally and earn critical acclaim. For its third season, received a nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series at the in 2023, with Ingold credited as . In 2025, Ingold shared in a nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards for the first season of Shrinking, another Apple TV+ where he served as , though the series did not win. This recognition further affirmed his ongoing impact on innovative formats, building on the foundational success of .

Other awards

In addition to his Primetime Emmy recognition, Jeff Ingold has received honors from the (PGA) for his work as an on . For the show's first season, Ingold shared in the 2021 Award for Outstanding Producer of Episodic Television – Comedy, awarded to the production team including , , and others. The series earned a repeat win in 2022 for its second season in the same category, further acknowledging Ingold's contributions to the comedy's production quality and impact. received a third PGA nomination in 2023 for its third season, highlighting sustained industry acclaim for Ingold's oversight. Ingold's production efforts on Ted Lasso also garnered broader television honors, including three wins at the 2021 Television Critics Association (TCA) Awards: Outstanding New Program, Outstanding Achievement in Comedy, and Program of the Year, recognizing the series' innovative storytelling and cultural resonance under his executive guidance. These TCA accolades complemented the show's indirect contributions to Golden Globe success, with winning Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy in 2021 and receiving a nomination in 2022, underscoring Ingold's role in fostering award-caliber comedy television. Additionally, the series won a Peabody Award in 2021 for its uplifting narrative and positive representation in media.

Personal life

Family

Jeff Ingold is married to Elizabeth Ingold, who graduated from the . The couple has two children: a named Lucy and a son named Teddy. In 2021, Lucy was a freshman at the , while 16-year-old Teddy was a at in . The family resides in , , which Ingold has described as his base in the U.S. while traveling internationally for work.

Interests and philanthropy

Ingold has maintained a lifelong passion for , rooted in his time as captain of the men's team in 1990, during which he lettered four years, played on the middle ladder, and contributed to an team title in his junior year. Under the guidance of coach Bob Callahan '77, whom Ingold first met at age 14 or 15 during junior camps, he developed not only technical skills but also a deep appreciation for the sport's emphasis on composure and teamwork, qualities that have endured in his personal outlook. This connection to remains a thematic thread in his life, reflecting the enduring influence of his college experiences on his values of and . Beyond his athletic background, Ingold actively engages with the Princeton community, particularly through events that blend sports and professional insights. In April 2023, he joined former squash teammate Ted Price '90 for the Jake McCandless '51 Princeton Varsity Club Speaker Series at McCosh Hall, where they shared lessons from their time under and encouraged current students to utilize networks for and career development. These appearances underscore his ongoing commitment to fostering connections among Princeton's athletic , drawing on shared experiences in to inspire younger generations.

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