Historical Video & Documentary Promotion
PBS American Experience | 2023–2025
My Role: Writer & Video Producer
Disciplines: Historical Research, Scriptwriting, Video Production, Creative Collaboration
Finding new ways to tell stories our most important stories.
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During my time at PBS's American Experience, I developed and produced a range of original historical videos and companion content designed to extend the reach of the series' documentaries.
My work included a video series exploring America's First Ladies, Who's Who character introductions, historical features, and promotional clips supporting documentary releases.
These projects involved researching historical subjects, developing scripts, selecting footage, and collaborating with editorial and creative colleagues to shape videos for digital audiences. One particularly memorable project involved a historical video about Studio 54. When an external contractor unexpectedly withdrew, I collaborated with an in-house editor to bring the production back inside the team. I contributed scripting, visual direction, and voice-over, helping complete the project in approximately one week.
Across these assignments, I developed an adaptable production approach that balanced historical accuracy, creative storytelling, rights-clearance considerations, and demanding release schedules.
Project Highlights
Developed original historical video programming across multiple formats
Produced documentary companion content and promotional clips
Helped complete a Studio 54 production in approximately one week after an unexpected contractor withdrawal
Collaborated with editorial, design, legal, and post-production teams