Work
Work
Documentaries
Speaking Grief
Producer/Director/Writer
Multiplatform, public media initiative that works to create a more grief-aware society.
Pennsylvania Folklore: Woven Together
Producer/Director/Writer
Documentary that explores some of the the traditions and signifigance of textile arts in the Commonwealth.
Awards: Mid-Atlantic Emmy® nomination
A Time to Heal
Co-producer/Director/Co-writer
Multimedia project that explores the lingering impact of the Vietnam War on Pennsylvanians.
Why We Dance: The Story of THON
Associate Producer
Chronicles a student-run philanthropy for childhood cancer and its impact on the children, families, and students involved.
Awards: Mid-Atlantic Emmy® nomination
Speaking Grief
Producer/Director/Writer
Multiplatform, public media initiative that works to create a more grief-aware society.
Pennsylvania Folklore: Woven Together
Producer/Director/Writer
Documentary that explores some of the the traditions and signifigance of textile arts in the Commonwealth.
Awards: Mid-Atlantic Emmy® nomination
A Time to Heal
Co-producer/Director/Co-writer
Multimedia project that explores the lingering impact of the Vietnam War on Pennsylvanians.
Why We Dance: The Story of THON
Associate Producer
Chronicles a student-run philanthropy for childhood cancer and its impact on the children, families, and students involved.
Awards: Mid-Atlantic Emmy® nomination
Programs and Shorts
You Can’t Say That
Producer
Proguram that explores the concept of white supremacy by documenting the popular Penn State course SOC119: Race and Ethnic Relations.
Awards: Mid-Atlantic Emmy® nomination; Official selection for the International Public Television Conference (INPUT)
I’m Your Neighbor: Claire Lorts
Producer, Director, Writer
In 2019, Claire Lorts decided to leave her job managing a plant biology lab at Penn State — a job she loved — to pursue her other passion: art. In this episode of the digital series I’m Your Neighbor, Claire shares the story of how she made this transition and opens up about the challenges and rewards of being a full-time artist.
Speaking Grief: Message for Supporters
Producer, Director, Writer, Editor
Short video produced for social media/web distribution as part of the Speaking Grief initiative.
World on Trial
Producer
Conceived by human rights advocate and author Randall Robinson, World on Trial explores the tension between universalist and culturally-relative notions of human rights.
I’m Your Neighbor: Aquila Kikora Franklin
Producer, Director, Writer
In this episode of the digital series I’m Your Neighbor, Kikora reflects on the role dance has played in her life and shares how she uses it to build community among diverse groups of students.
I’m Your Neighbor: Lynn Anne Verbeck
Producer and Director
In this episode of the digital series I’m Your Neighbor, Lynn Anne Verbeck, a ceramic artist based in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, opens up about her passion for teaching art and her belief that we are all creative beings.
Conversations from Penn State
Producer
Veteran interviewer Patty Satalia hosts in-depth conversations with a broad range of remarkable people (2009-2016).
You Can’t Say That
Producer
Proguram that explores the concept of white supremacy by documenting the popular Penn State course SOC119: Race and Ethnic Relations.
Awards: Mid-Atlantic Emmy® nomination; Official selection for the International Public Television Conference (INPUT)
I’m Your Neighbor: Aquila Kikora Franklin
Producer, Director, Writer
In this episode of the digital series I’m Your Neighbor, Kikora reflects on the role dance has played in her life and shares how she uses it to build community among diverse groups of students.
I’m Your Neighbor: Claire Lorts
Producer, Director, Writer
In 2019, Claire Lorts decided to leave her job managing a plant biology lab to pursue her other passion: art. In this episode of I’m Your Neighbor, Claire shares the story of this transition and opens up about the challenges and rewards of being a full-time artist.
I’m Your Neighbor: Lynn Anne Verbeck
Producer and Director
Lynn Anne Verbeck, a ceramic artist based in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, opens up about her passion for teaching art and her belief that we are all creative beings.
Speaking Grief: Message for Supporters
Producer, Director, Writer, Editor
Short video produced for social media/web distribution as part of the Speaking Grief initiative.
Conversations from Penn State
Producer
Veteran interviewer Patty Satalia hosts in-depth conversations with a broad range of remarkable people (2009-2016).
World on Trial
Producer
Conceived by human rights advocate and author Randall Robinson, World on Trial explores the tension between universalist and culturally-relative notions of human rights.
Client Work
It’s On Us: Main Video
Producer/Director/Writer
Instructional video created as part of a university-wide campaign to raise awareness of sexual violence, existing resources, and reporting options.
Awards: Telly Award
Madam President Trailer
Producer/Director
Funding trailer for a documentary based on the book “Madam President” by Penn State faculty member Nichola Gutgold.
Award: Telly Award
Principles of Entrepreneurship
Producer/Director
Part of a course that teaches students about the process of starting and growing a business by sharing the experiences and insights of successful entrepreneurs.
It’s On Us: Dear Katie
Producer/Director/Writer
This video was created to promote the Penn State “It’s On Us” campaign, which seeks to raise awareness of sexual violence, existing resources, and reporting options.
Clery Videos
Producer/Director/Writer
Opening and closing segments of Penn State’s mandatory Clery Act compliance training.
Awards: Telly Award
Epidemics – the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases MOOC
Video Producer
Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) that explores the major themes of infectious diseases dynamics.
It’s On Us: Main Video
Producer/Director/Writer
Instructional video created as part of a university-wide campaign to raise awareness of sexual violence, existing resources, and reporting options.
Awards: Telly Award
Madam President Trailer
Producer/Director
Funding trailer for a documentary based on the book “Madam President” by Penn State faculty member Nichola Gutgold.
Award: Telly Award
Principles of Entrepreneurship
Producer/Director
Part of a course that teaches students about the process of starting and growing a business by sharing the experiences and insights of successful entrepreneurs.
It’s On Us: Dear Katie
Producer/Director/Writer
This video was created to promote the Penn State “It’s On Us” campaign, which seeks to raise awareness of sexual violence, existing resources, and reporting options.
Clery Videos
Producer/Director/Writer
Opening and closing segments of Penn State’s mandatory Clery Act compliance training.
Awards: Telly Award
Epidemics – the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases MOOC
Video Producer
Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) that explores the major themes of infectious diseases dynamics.
Multimedia
The First Step
Producer, Director, and Digital Content Creator
A learning resource to help individuals take an action that can have a positive impact on their wellbeing.
Speaking Grief
Producer and Digital Content Creator
Multiplatform initiative to create a more grief-aware society.
Follow the Nudge
Content Creator
Web app that helps you provide meaningful, ongoing support to people you care about who are grieving.
Speaking Grief – Social Media
Digital Content Creator and Engagement Strategist
Multiplatform initiative to create a more grief-aware society.
The First Step
Producer, Director, and Digital Content Creator
A learning resource to help individuals take an action that can have a positive impact on their wellbeing.
Speaking Grief
Producer and Digital Content Creator
Multiplatform initiative to create a more grief-aware society.
Follow the Nudge
Content Creator
Web app that helps you provide meaningful, ongoing support to people you care about who are grieving.
Speaking Grief – Social Media
Digital Content Creator and Engagement Strategist
Multiplatform initiative to create a more grief-aware society.
Hosting
Take Note: Tashel Bordere
On-air Host
30-minute radio interview with Dr. Tashel Bordere about her research on suffocated grief.
Take Note: Karen Washington
On-air Host
30-minute radio interview with Karen Washington, a community organizer and co-owner of Rise and Root Farm.
Grief and Special Days: Maintaining, Adapting, and Releasing Traditions
Producer, Writer, and Webinar Host
Take Note: Jenn Hepton
On-air Host
30-minute radio interview with Jenn Hepton about her motherhood journey and the trauma she didn’t know she was carrying.
Take Note: Jeff Daniels
On-air Host
30-minute radio interview with Emmy Award-winning actor Jeff Daniels.
The Apologies Podcast: Hui-wen Sato
Producer and Host
Hui-wen Sato discusses her experience as a pediatric ICU nurse and what she’s learned about navigating burnout. She also shares how finding herself in the role of patient has changed her perspective on nursing.
Take Note: Tashel Bordere
On-air Host
30-minute radio interview with Dr. Tashel Bordere about her research on suffocated grief.
Take Note: Karen Washington
On-air Host
30-minute radio interview with Karen Washington, a community organizer and co-owner of Rise and Root Farm.
Grief and Special Days: Maintaining, Adapting, and Releasing Traditions
Producer, Writer, and Webinar Host
Take Note: Jenn Hepton
On-air Host
30-minute radio interview with Jenn Hepton about her motherhood journey and the trauma she didn’t know she was carrying.
Take Note: Jeff Daniels
On-air Host
30-minute radio interview with Emmy Award-winning actor Jeff Daniels.
The Apologies Podcast: Hui-wen Sato
Producer and Host
Hui-wen Sato discusses her experience as a pediatric ICU nurse and what she’s learned about navigating burnout. She also shares how finding herself in the role of patient has changed her perspective on nursing.