Summary

I am a filmmaker and freelance producer who has produced both scripted narratives and documentaries. I have extensive experience in writing, directing and producing. I have experience editing with both Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid.

Credits

10/13 – 10/14

Producer (blackSTORY films) Didn't I Ask For Tea?

Film (Short) — blackSTORY Films Details
10/13 – 10/14

•Write, produce and direct films and documentaries related to the black experience •Produced “Didn’t I Ask For Tea” film, which recently screened at the Brooklyn Museum •Produce and write branded content for small businesses •Line produce/manage budgets for shoots •Edit content using Adobe Premiere Pro

4/13 – 10/13

Associate Producer

Staff Position — Moguldom Films Details
4/13 – 10/13

• Assisted in developing African-American themed documentary projects including "Gunland," "From Marcy To Madison Avenue," and "Single Moms." • Assisted director on field shoots and secured various locations for interviews • Researched and secured subjects, experts, and guests to buffer and complement narratives • Scouted for strong and relevant archival footage

Orgs

  • Women of Color Unite (WOCU)

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Education

USC School of Journalism

Masters in Journalism

UCLA

Bachelors in International Development Studies

Skills

  • Avid
  • Video Production
  • Editing
  • Digital Media
  • Film Production
  • New Media
  • Social Media
  • Storytelling
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Copywriting
  • Journalism
  • Creative Writing
  • Blogging
  • Feature Articles
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Editorial
  • Press Releases
  • News Writing
  • Copy Editing
  • Magazines
  • Content Management
  • Content Development
  • Fact-checking
  • AP Style
  • Newspaper