He was a graduate of the University of Southern California where he earned a bachelor of science degree from the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism.
Brazil began working on Hill Street Blues as an associate producer from 1981-1982.
Brazil partnered with Larry Garrison, president of Silver Creek Entertainment, producing film and television for 18 years.
[8] He produced TV 101, WIOU, Space Rangers, Like Mother, Like Son and Live Shot.
Brazil was a member of the Directors Guild of America and the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.