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.