Program: Science to Script

2018 - 2021

Co-founded, established, and implemented Science to Script, a program that promotes STEM in pop culture through storytelling and mass media content creation. Programming includes writer in residencies, events (virtual and in-person) and media.

Mission:

Science to Script aims to spark accurate, diverse, and positive portraits of science and scientists within mass media entertainment.

Scope:

Residencies, Events (In-person/Online), National Audience, Adult Learners

Skills:

Design

• conducted and analyzed industry research and interviews with target participant and audience populations to generate design insights

• co-designed program structure, branding and practices based on research and interview data

• conducted and drafted visual aids for annual plans, 3 year strategic plans, and events

Leadership & Management

• oversaw event planning, residency contracts and management

• facilitated cross-functional collaborations for residency purposes (university administration, entertainment companies and creatives)

• secured relevant experts and speakers for general programming and event needs

• secured needed funding through building donor relationships

• led grant writing and fundraising efforts

• drafted and managed contracts

• acted as primary contact for programming and media requests

Outcomes:

• supported the production of fact-based science stories in mass media

• expanded science-in-entertainment resources to various adult learning and professional communities

Content Samples:

Picket Charlie Table Read Audio Performance

CICADA Trailer

Website: https://sciencetoscript.illuminatingdiscovery.wisc.edu/