From watching PBS Nature documentaries as a kid to filming real-world conservation efforts today, my path has always been rooted in a love for the environment and a belief in the power of story. I’ve long been drawn to communication—first through writing, and now through filmmaking—as a way to bridge science, culture, and emotion.
I'm currently completing my undergraduate studies at William & Mary, majoring in Integrative Conservation with a minor in Film & Media Studies. My academic and professional experiences have shaped my ability to translate complex environmental topics into compelling visual narratives that connect people to place and elevate voices too often overlooked.
As Storytelling Lead for the Indigenous Foodways Conservation Research Project with the Institute for Integrative Conservation (IIC), I identify key themes, develop shot lists, and gather content that highlights the deep connection between Indigenous knowledge and sustainability. I also work as a Student Assistant in Marketing Storytelling with IIC, where I’m producing a short film documenting local and global conservation efforts from student researchers and faculty.
My work with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has expanded my toolkit for environmental storytelling: facilitating interviews with conservation leaders and crafting multimedia content for digital platforms. I’ve also produced a short documentary about an interdisciplinary conservation project in Madagascar, collaborating with a variety of people in a cross-cultural setting.
