I believe there’s a human element to everything, and my goal when working on commercial projects is to find and capture that underlying humanity. Behind every project or product are people, and getting to know them and their perspectives is integral to my process. I love capturing the passion and dedication that go into everything from putting together a newspaper to running a conservation department.
I'm working on a feature-length documentary about the Wayne Stater, the official paper of Wayne State College. The documentary covers the process of putting the paper together every week and the paper's impact on the Wayne State College community. This short promo was a sort of proof-of-concept for that larger project. Stay tuned for the upcoming documentary!
This was made for a competition in the film department at Wayne State College to create a silence your phone promo for the local theater. This promo was made by Kaydence Cihacek, Madison Dvorak, Mackinzie Arnholt, and me. I was involved with the writing, acting, lighting, production sound design, editing, coloring, post-production sound, and graphics. This entry got first place in the competition and is currently playing before screenings at the Majestic Theater in Wayne, Nebraska.
The longer of two recruitment videos I made for Polk County Conservation while interning there. It was paramount that we showcase the variety of roles and job types that the department comprises, so I spoke with individuals serving in a range of functions, from naturalists to park rangers to administrators. It was fun learning about all these roles and how they come together to make Polk County Conservation what it is.
One of two recruitment videos I made for Polk County Conservation while interning there. I made a longer, 2-minute recruitment video, but they wanted a shorter cut as well that could be used for a variety of applications.
A video I made while interning for Polk County Conservation about their water quality monitoring program. For 10 years now, Polk County Conservation has engaged in water quality monitoring across the county. The goal of this video was to educate those who may not be familiar with the program and encourage viewers to get involved.