Films have a special ability to evoke compassion and inspire people toward action. In fact, it was a film by a well known non profit - Charity Water - that propelled me into my filmmaking career. Though I had heard about the water crisis, this film helped me to see it. I was so moved by the powerful content that I knew I had to act. When I went on to become a filmmaker, I knew films like these would be part of my focus - beautiful films that inspire others to participate in causes bigger than themselves.
Gratitude Dinner
This promotional event video was created to invite guests to the annual Gratitude Dinner in San Diego. Featuring testimonial interviews with two previous attendees alongside footage from the event, the video gives prospective guests an authentic glimpse into the atmosphere and experience of the evening. The project combines San Diego event videography, interview production, and story-driven video production to create a warm, engaging invitation designed to build excitement and encourage attendance.
That Girl
This event video was created as a bumper video for “That Girl,” a women’s event in San Diego designed to encourage and empower women. Produced to play as part of the live event experience, the piece uses visual storytelling to reinforce the event’s message and create an engaging transition within the program. The project blends creative video production, event storytelling, and purposeful messaging to create a memorable moment for the audience.
Unsung Heroes
Created as a bumper video for a live event, this piece celebrates the unsung heroes serving in the nonprofit sector. Designed to support the event’s message and engage the audience, the video helped create a meaningful moment within the live experience.
HR With Heart Series
This video captures a partnership between TCWGlobal and the nonprofit Forever Kids during the Case for Character event. The initiative supports youth in the foster system by providing personal belongings designed to foster confidence, dignity, and a sense of identity.
Through this experience, Natalie discovered a deeper layer of purpose in her work. Volunteering allowed her to step beyond her role in HR and become part of something bigger.
A NEW ERA
This video was filmed as promotional material for a women’s conference. It was important to the client that this wasn’t just a promotional video but an extension of the conference theme and would communicate a moving message.
RED/BLUE
Visuals play a huge role in getting people to pay attention to a message, and I think this video demonstrates that. The colors, the cinematography, and the overall edit grab the attention of the audience and cause them to listen.
Go & Tell
Go and Tell is a non profit organization focused in Masaka, Uganda. As director, cinematographer, and assisting editor, I was commissioned to tell the story of Go and Tell and the incredible people they serve. My goal was not to evoke pity but instead to show real people who expressed real need while capturing the beauty and joy I found there.