Ethical Story Telling

This workshop explores how to approach video storytelling with sensitivity, care, and ethical responsibility. Participants will learn techniques to navigate challenging subjects, conduct interviews with empathy, and ensure all contributors feel respected and heard throughout the production process. We will cover the foundations of trauma-informed practices, from planning to post-production, to help filmmakers and content creators craft compelling stories that empower, rather than exploit, the individuals and communities involved – including the crew. Whether you’re working on nonprofit campaigns, documentaries, or personal projects, this class will provide you with the tools to tell impactful stories with care and integrity.

Presented by Taylor Kampia & Heather Hutt from Make a Scene Media

About the facilitators

Taylor Kampia A multi hyphenate creative visionary

As a television producer she has developed, cast and sold shows to networks like Discovery Channel, Lifetime, and Netflix. When she isn’t producing videos or directing scenes (and sometimes even when she is) she has a camera in her hands – in either video or photo mode. She’s been an activist for human rights since a young age; marching with her gay dads in the first ever Gay Pride gathering in Columbia, SC in 1989 was a turning point in her life. But most importantly, she’s a mom to two kids who inspire her to help make the world a more equitable, just, and environmentally conscious place.

Heather Hutt An award-winning producer and editor

Heather brings emotional resonance to every project. She’s seen it all in the television and film industry: went to film school, did a stint with Disney in Hollywood, and was sought-after as an accomplished TV show developer before having two films make the festival circuit and receive critical acclaim. On top of this experience, she has written a couple books, danced competitive ballroom and became a mom to a son with special medical needs. Volunteer work is extremely important to her; she is a certified CASA (a Court Appointed Special Advocate) of Fairfax County where she helps the most vulnerable of victims and witnesses as they navigate the court system.

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