Strategic Government Communications Through Video & Digital Media
At Polk County Government, I help create engaging digital media campaigns that connect residents with essential county services, public programs, and community initiatives. My role includes creative planning, directing, producing, campaign oversight, and multimedia storytelling for a wide range of government communication projects.
Working closely with county departments and PGTV, I develop content that strengthens public awareness, transparency, and community engagement, using video production and social media strategies to communicate effectively with diverse audiences throughout Polk County.
I’m proud to serve Polk County as a producer of “Shaping the Community” and supervisor of Polk Government Television (PGTV).
Created by the county’s Communications Division, this series gives residents a closer look at how the county invests public resources to meet community needs, improve services, and plan for the future.
From pre-production through post-production, our team brings these stories to life with a shared commitment to clear communication and transparency. It’s rewarding to help residents better understand the work happening across their county government.
Creative professional with an extensive background in television production, graphic design, photography, and industrial design. As Television Supervisor for Polk County Government Television (PGTV), I bring over two decades of diverse experience across multiple industries, from corporate marketing to public communications. At PGTV, I lead and direct a team that produces government programming for Polk County residents, ensuring quality, informative content that engages the community.
Featured Projects
Inside Polk News
Government updates delivered through engaging video news
Production support for informative news-style segments highlighting county projects, public initiatives, and community stories—keeping residents informed about the work happening across Polk County.
Graphics, Executive Productions, Spanish Host, and Directing
PCFR Training Videos
Training media for emergency readiness
Collaboration with Polk County Fire Rescue to produce training and instructional videos that support operational readiness, department standards, and professional development for emergency response teams.
Executive production, Filming, Drone, and supervision.
Inside Polk Shorts
Short-form government storytelling for digital platforms
Create and oversee short-form video content that gives residents quick, informative updates on county programs, public services, and community highlights. These videos are optimized for digital engagement and social media distribution.
Filming, Graphics, Executive Production, Editing, Spanish Host, and Directing.
Orientation Video
24 Hours in Polk County (NATOA AWARD)
Showcasing county services around the clock
A behind-the-scenes storytelling project highlighting the essential work county departments and emergency teams provide every hour of the day. This campaign emphasizes the dedication and impact of public service professionals.
Executive production, Filming, Drone, post-production, and Supervising.
How We Can Serve You
Promoting county services through public information campaigns
Develop educational media campaigns to help residents better understand the services offered by Polk County Government. These videos improve awareness of county departments and encourage public engagement.
First Amendment Audit
I led production, scripting, post-production, and direction of the First Amendment Audit Orientation video for Polk County Government, creating a clear, practical resource to help staff understand and respond to First Amendment audit situations. From concept development through final delivery, I translated complex legal and procedural guidelines into engaging, easy-to-follow visual storytelling. The project combined on-location filming, structured scripting, and precise editing to ensure accuracy, professionalism, and accessibility, ultimately supporting the County’s commitment to transparency, public service, and effective communication. (NATOA AWARD)
Explorando Polk
Explorando Polk is a bilingual communication initiative designed to engage the county’s Spanish-speaking community. I help produce culturally relevant video content in Spanish that informs residents about county services, local programs, and important updates, promoting accessibility and strengthening communication with a broader audience.
CIP 2023, 2024, 2025
As part of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) campaign series, I help produce and direct informational videos that showcase the county’s infrastructure investments and community development projects. These productions communicate the impact of long-term planning efforts, helping residents understand how public funds are improving transportation, public facilities, and quality of life throughout Polk County. Create a Logo Animation
State of the County
For the 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 State of the County presentations, I was part of the PGTV directing and production team responsible for creating the main video content showcased during the County Manager’s live event presentation under the leadership of the Communications Director. My role included participating in creative development, filming on location throughout Polk County, editing feature segments, and supporting the overall visual storytelling and production direction of the annual presentation. These productions combined cinematic visuals, government communications, and live event coordination to highlight county achievements, infrastructure growth, public services, and community impact for residents and stakeholders across Polk County.
Spanish Public Information Officer
During emergency situations affecting Polk County, I served on the Public Information Office team operating from the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), helping coordinate and deliver critical public communications to the Hispanic community. My role included conducting and presenting live Spanish-language press conferences, providing residents with timely updates on hurricanes, severe weather events, emergency services, safety procedures, shelter information, and county response efforts. Working alongside county leadership and emergency management officials, I helped ensure accurate, clear, and accessible communication during high-pressure situations, supporting Polk County’s commitment to keeping all residents informed and safe during emergencies.
PGTV Productions
Working with PGTV, I support the development and production of a wide range of public communication content, including promotional campaigns, informational series, event coverage, and department features. My involvement includes creative oversight, directing, and production management to ensure every project aligns with the county’s communication goals while maintaining high production standards.
Full-scale government media production
Creative oversight and production management for a wide range of programming with PGTV, including:
- Public awareness campaigns
- Department feature stories
- Event coverage
- Informational series
- Community engagement videos
Each project aligns with the county’s communication goals while maintaining strong production quality and public value.
Core Responsibilities
- Campaign Development
- Video Production
- Creative Direction
- Social Media Content
- Public Information Storytelling
- Bilingual Community Outreach
- Government Communications
- Production Oversight
Purpose & Impact
Every project aims to make government communication clearer, more accessible, and more engaging. Through strategic storytelling and high-quality media production, these campaigns help strengthen the connection between county government and the communities it serves.