Teaching

Over the past seven years as an adjunct professor, I have had the opportunity of engaging with undergraduate students at the intersection of theory, practice, and emerging media. Teaching while maintaining an active professional career has offered a unique and valuable perspective, one that enhances both my classroom presence and my broader understanding of the field.

My courses in communication emphasize the integration of technology, media literacy, and hands-on projects that cultivate practical, transferable skills. I view teaching as a reciprocal process: while I strive to guide and challenge students, I also learn from their evolving ways of thinking, communicating, and engaging with the world around them.

This ongoing exchange not only deepens my commitment to education but also keeps me connected to fresh perspectives and new ideas—an essential aspect of meaningful, relevant teaching.

Empowering Students Through Responsive Teaching and Digital Tools

My approach emphasizes active mentorship, providing students with comprehensive feedback and individualized support to help them develop confidence and competence. I am committed to creating an engaging learning environment that empowers students to think critically, communicate effectively, and navigate the rapidly shifting digital landscape.

The following teaching demonstration videos were produced and presented by me in my home studio to showcase my instructional approach. Drawing on my background in media production, graphic design, and research, I’m able to creatively develop and deliver fresh, engaging content for the courses I develop.

Organizational Management

Topic: Why Emotional Intelligence Matters in Leadership

Objective: This presentation explores the vital role of emotional intelligence in leadership, highlighting how self-awareness, self-regulation, and empathy can improve team dynamics, decision-making, and organizational culture.

Financial Management

Topic: Financial Ratios and What They Reveal About a Business

Objective: Explain key financial ratios and their importance in assessing a company’s financial health.

Principles of Marketing

Topic: Introduction to Market Segmentation

Objective: This presentation introduces the concept of market segmentation and explains how dividing a broad market into distinct customer groups can help businesses better target their products, messaging, and strategies for greater impact.

Responsive and Dynamic Instruction

Develop clear, concise syllabi that outline expectations, assessment methods, and learning outcomes to support student success.

Create a dynamic, inclusive classroom environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and promotes active participation.

Respond to student inquiries via email within 48 hours to maintain open communication. Offer additional support through accessible platforms like Zoom.

Provide timely feedback and grades for assignments, typically within 72 hours and no later than 7 days after the due date.

Design interactive group projects to foster peer collaboration and enhance problem-solving skills.

Continuously evaluate and adjust teaching methods and course structure to optimize student engagement and achieve learning objectives.

Mentor students individually to support their academic growth, career goals, and critical thinking development.

Stay updated on educational best practices and emerging industry trends to incorporate relevant, up-to-date content.

Digital Course Infrastructure

Extensive experience designing and developing courses using Canvas and Moodle to create dynamic, user-friendly online learning environments.

All course materials, including lecture slides, readings, and multimedia resources, are accessible 24/7 for student convenience and enhanced learning.

Digital access to assignments, assessments, and instructor presentations to support flexible and inclusive learning experiences.

Curate diverse, content-rich materials from reputable sources to supplement coursework and integrate current events, promoting critical thinking and relevance.

Utilize multimedia tools like videos, podcasts, and interactive content to accommodate diverse learning styles and maintain student engagement.

Implement discussion boards, group projects, and collaborative activities to build an interactive, community-driven online classroom.

Develop comprehensive rubrics and feedback systems for clear expectations and constructive student evaluations.

Employ data analytics within LMS platforms to track student progress, identify learning gaps, and adjust course strategies for optimal outcomes.

Student Feedback

Teaching Course History

Radio Management Practicum

Interim Advisor and Radio Station Manager
Semester: Lasell University, Spring 2025

A hands-on, workshop-style course in which students took on leadership roles in managing a fully operational, FCC-licensed FM radio station with both traditional broadcast and online streaming capabilities.

Key responsibilities included:

Advised student leadership across all operational departments of the campus radio station
Oversaw day-to-day management of 102.9FM WLAS. Maintained operational standards and ensured compliance with broadcasting guidelines
Assessed student performance and provided regular mentorship and feedback
Managed student payroll and coordinated administrative functions
Advised on the planning and execution of two student-led fundraising events
Facilitated student collaboration with industry professionals in music, news, and event promotion
Supported student-led live coverage of 113 athletic events and 14 artist interviews, enhancing experiential learning in sports and entertainment broadcasting
Promoted engagement with the broader university community to elevate the station’s visibility and impact

Course Syllabus
WLAS Website

TV Production Practicum

Interim Advisor
Semester: Lasell University, Spring 2025

This dynamic, hands-on practicum immerses students in real-world television production through active participation in LCTV (Lasell Community Television). As part of Lasell’s connected learning initiative, students take on key leadership and creative roles while producing professional-quality community programming that is shared on LCTV's YouTube channel reaching a global audience.

This course emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and visual communication. Students rotate through studio and field production roles and take on officer positions such as Program Director, Production Director, Social Media Director, or Promotions Director—gaining practical experience that mirrors real broadcast workflows.

From pre-production planning to final edits, students work synergistically to produce multiple segments and support the creation of original content. The course is designed to help students discover where their individual skills and interests align within the production process, all while contributing meaningfully to campus life and the broader community.

Key responsibilities included:

Led a rebranding initiative for Laser Exclusive, developing cohesive motion graphics and virtual set designs to enhance the program’s visual identity
Collaborated with student leadership to shift editorial focus from national news to campus-based stories, increasing relevance and student engagement
Developed and launched new segment formats that spotlighted community voices, including monthly recognition features for a student, campus employee, and athlete
Launched Ghosted, an original series exploring Lasell’s campus history and reported paranormal activity, culminating in a special community screening event
Provided direct feedback, mentorship, and training to students in both studio and field production roles

Course Syllabus
LCTV YoutTube Channel

Digital Video Editing

Semester: Lasell University, Spring 2023 and Spring 2025

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of digital video editing through both technical instruction and creative exploration. Using Adobe Premiere Pro, students learn essential editing techniques while developing a working vocabulary of industry terminology and editing concepts. Emphasis is placed not only on how to edit, but why—encouraging thoughtful creative choices driven by audience awareness, storytelling strategy, and visual communication.

Throughout the course, students analyze and critique professional examples from news broadcasts, music videos, and film to understand aesthetic principles and editing styles. Hands-on projects guide students through organizing digital assets, structuring timelines, and producing compelling audiovisual sequences. Assignments are designed to build technical proficiency, narrative coherence, and an understanding of editing as a key part of the media production process.

Course Syllabus

Video Production

Semester: Lasell University, Spring 2022 & Spring 2024
Mt. Ida College, Fall 2017

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the video production process, from concept development and field production to editing and final distribution through the lens of both creative storytelling and strategic communication. Emphasizing real-world application, students gain hands-on experience using broadcast industry-standard equipment and complete post-production workflows with Adobe Premiere Pro.

Focusing on Electronic Field Production (EFP), students learn to plan, direct, and produce original video content that communicates a clear message and meets defined audience goals. The course explores essential video marketing and business principles, including branding, audience targeting, and media strategy, preparing students to think critically about how content performs across evolving digital platforms.

As part of their learning, students examine the changing media landscape, including viewer attention spans, emerging content formats like video podcasts, and the shifting role of video in both entertainment and information ecosystems. Projects encourage creative risk-taking, collaboration, and practical problem-solving in every phase of production.

Course Syllabus

TV Studio Production

Semester: Mt. Ida College, Spring 2017 & Spring 2018
Lasell University, Spring 2017

This hands-on course immerses students in a real-world broadcast environment through a partnership with a local community media center. Designed to replicate the dynamics of a professional studio, the course offers students the opportunity to produce three original 30-minute television programs showcasing campus groups and events.

Throughout the semester, students rotate through a range of production roles; including camera operator, technical director, audio engineer, floor manager, and on-camera talent, gaining a comprehensive understanding of studio operations and live-to-tape workflows. Projects include the creation of a public service announcement (PSA) for a non-profit organization, as well as collaborative production of studio segments featuring interviews and performances.

Emphasis is placed on learning the language of television production, understanding the constraints and possibilities of the studio environment, and applying practical skills in real-time production settings. By actively participating in all aspects of studio and control room work, students develop both technical competency and creative confidence.

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