Points from Poynter

As a young television producer working at KRON TV in San Francisco I had the opportunity to attend a weeklong seminar at the Poynter Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida.  It was one of the first times I was able to explore my craft with other like minded professionals and learn from some of the best in the business.  Among them was Rod Prince, one of … Continue reading Points from Poynter

Disaster Relief

The principal of the Challenge School, Edie Alvarez, sent an email to the student body and their families on January 2nd.  There had been a fire at the school overnight.  Authorities were investigating.  Two sheds on the ground were destroyed.  It could have been worse.  The PTCO sent an email shortly after, elaborating on the loss.  All the sets, props and costumes from the theatre department were destroyed in … Continue reading Disaster Relief