History Channel

Writer | Producer

My Role

I was part of the original team at 45th & Dean, A+E’s in-house production company, built to grow History’s original content for social and digital. I pitched, wrote, directed, and produced 100+ short-form documentaries and animated explainers, including History’s first viral original: the true story of a chicken that lived for two years without its head.

I developed a women’s history series in partnership with Twitter, telling the untold stories of women who changed the world. I also hosted a biography series, piloted podcasts, and helped set the team’s digital-first best practices.

Much of my work happened in front of the camera as well as behind it. I directed talent and coached historians and experts with little on-camera experience to give their best performances. I led a team of freelance creatives and staff, introducing a “batching” production approach that increased our output and productivity as a team.