Savannah
Chris
Auer
Savannah
- B.A., theater, State University of New York at Albany, 1977
- M.A., communication, Regent University, 1981
First year at SCAD:
2003
Credentials/past experience:
Writer and producer for network and cable television since 1981, including situation comedy, drama, documentary and daytime drama; development deals with Castlerock, Universal and The Family Channel
Most significant accomplishment(s):
Executive producer and creator of "Big Brother Jake" (The Family Channel); staff writer for "The Cosby Show" (Carsey-Werner/NBC); associate writer for "As the World Turns" (Procter & Gamble/CBS); story editor for "Diamonds" (USA Network/CBS); supervising producer/writer for "More True Stories from Touched by an Angel" (CBS) and "The Mysterious Man of the Shroud" (CBS)
Awards, recognition, honors:
Emmy nomination for "As The World Turns"
Organizations:
Writers Guild of America, National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, University Film and Video Association
Publications and/or presentations:
- "The Littlest Magi," Zonderkidz, 2004
- "The Legend of the Sand Dollar," Zonderkidz, 2005
- "Molly and the Good Shepherd," Zonderkidz, 2005
- "A Thief, A Stranger, and A Pack of Lies," Zonderkidz, 2005
- "The Chinese Puzzle Box," Zonderkidz, 2005
- "The Forgotten Room," Zonderkidz, 2005
- "Hidden in Plain Sight," Zonderkidz, 2010
Inspiration for teaching:
"All of the great films and television shows of the past. Every generation needs to understand where we came from to help us know where we're going."
Courses:
- FILM 105 Preproduction
- FILM 106 Introduction to Screenwriting
- FILM 215 Screenwriting
- FILM 310 Television Comedy Writing
- FILM 315 Advanced Screenwriting
- FILM 431 Film and Television Senior Project I
- FILM 450 Off-campus: Los Angeles
- FILM 707 Screenwriting
- FILM 726 The Screenplay Adaptation
- FILM 762 Writing for Television: Drama
- FILM 763 Writing for Television: Comedy
- FILM 769 The Television Pilot
Artist statement:
"In the absence of genius, there is always craftsmanship. Lack of genius is understandable since there are so few that grace our presence, but there is no excuse for lack of craftsmanship."
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Atlanta
James Kent
Arnold
Atlanta
- B.F.A., drawing and painting, California State University - Long Beach, 1980
- M.F.A., live action film and video, California Institute of the Arts, 1986
First year at SCAD:
2006
Credentials/past experience:
Director, digital media technology, West Georgia Technical College, LaGrange, Georgia; audio visual specialist, Harrah's Casino and Hotel, St. Louis, Missouri; TV production specialist, Cape Fear Community College, Wilmington, North Carolina; digital filmmaking instructor, School of Communication Arts, Raleigh, North Carolina; multimedia director, The Body Shop Corporation, Wake Forest, North Carolina; audio/visual director, Aveda Corporation, Minneapolis, Minnesota; assistant art director, The GEON Corporation, Los Angeles, California
Most significant accomplishment(s):
The Body Shop Int. producer/director for learning and development series of training modules for international debut of new cosmetic line; Aveda Corporation technical director for business theatre, live event, congress of hair designs, six consecutive years of annual productions; West Georgia Technical College director/developer, digital media technology, digital filmmaking program and dual enrollment program for AP-level credit/coursework
Awards, recognition, honors:
California Institute of the Arts: History of Experimental Film and Video, teaching assistant to Gene Youngblood; TV Production Workshop and Cinematography Studio, teaching assistant to Kris Malkiewicz; Film Grammar, teaching assistant to Alexander Mackendric; Advanced Documentary Workshop, teaching assistant to Terry Sanders; California State University, Long Beach: Intermediate Performance Art Workshop, teaching assistant to Rachel Rosenthal University of California, Los Angeles: videographer for renaissance dance, European tour, teaching assistant to E. L. Thomas
Organizations:
Founding member of Cancer News Today
Inspiration for teaching:
"The philosophy behind any modern approach to the arts, and to education in the arts, must be interdisciplinary. I believe that it is one's duty as a teacher to present a creative balance between the instruction of the technical skills, an exposure to the dynamic facets within the arts and direction to shape the individual artist's expression. This joining of a highly demanding technical practice and a constant search for the unique storytelling voice is a tremendous part of the realization that all filmmakers must attain. One must give the student the tools to learn, allow the students the freedom to make mistakes, find the resolves, and they will ultimately benefit from the educational experience. Going beyond one's limitations establishes a new standard with every experience and sets up a path for the student to constantly improve the work. I firmly believe that when teaching at an undergraduate level, it is important to be a positive and supportive force in the student's life. I want every student to have the best possible academic and artistic experience. I have an overriding concern that all students learn to how to learn. The process of problem solving and critical thinking is an essential life skill, and it can be greatly enhanced by applying oneself to the task with great commitment and dedication."
Courses:
- SNDS 201 Introduction to Sound Design
- FILM 101 Introduction to Video Production
- TELE 205 Television Field Production
- TELE 450 Television Producing Field Internship I
- TELE 451 Field Internship II
- TELE 452 Field Internship III
- TELE 453 Field Internship IV
Artist statement:
"As of late I have been involved in the investigation/creation of several video installation projects that use an extended figurative dance loop superimposed over layers of video feedback all set to project and display on timed delayed projected surfaces that reveal a trance/diminishing layer of translucent image. This video installation draws upon the influences of such pioneers in the video art world as Bill Viola and my mentor at California Institute of The Arts, Ed Emshwiller. I have always maintained a keen interest in the history of experimental film and video, and I would like to extend this language of visual poems into the new media environment."
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Kevin Collins
Atlanta
Jeffrey Fisher
Atlanta
Robert
Judson
Atlanta
B.A., communications, University of Central Florida, 1975
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First year at SCAD:
2009
Credentials/past experience:
Founder, Image Digital Media, Marietta, Georgia; director, business development, Crawford Communications, Atlanta, Georgia; producer-director, Nautilus Sports Medical Industries, Lake Helen, Florida
Awards, recognition, honors:
TNT Peabody Award for "Making of a Legend," NBC-Time Life Television Prime Time Emmy Award for "Lost Civilizations"
Courses:
TELE 205 Television Field Production
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Dena
Krupinsky
Atlanta
B.A., journalism, University of Missouri-Columbia, 1984
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First year at SCAD:
2010
Credentials/past experience:
Associate producer, WAGA-TV Atlanta; producer, Turner Network Television, Latin America; senior producer and director, Turner Classic Movies
Most significant accomplishment(s):
Interviewing more than 75 classic writers, directors and A-list actors
Awards, recognition, honors:
National Association of Minorities in Cable Vision Award for Best News and Information Program, "Race and Hollywood: Black Images on Film"; 11 Telly Awards including "Behind the Action: Stunt men in the Movies," "Style in Motion" with Kate and Andy Spade and "Private Screenings: Tony Curtis"; American Women in Radio and Television Award in recognition of excellent programming for "Star of the Month: Lucille Ball"; Gracie Allen Award presented by the Foundation of American Women in Radio and Television for "A Woman's View"
Publications and/or presentations:
Presented a retrospective on the late actor Edward G. Robinson at a tribute dinner on the Paramount lot in Los Angeles
Inspiration for teaching:
"I've learned a lot over the years about producing, interviewing, writing and directing, and I want to share my knowledge, experiences and passion with fellow television enthusiasts."
Courses:
TELE 210 Television Studio Production
Artist statement:
"The television business is, in my mind, the perfect outlet for creativity. Whether you are an artist, editor, director or writer, the possibilities to explore, create and invent are endless! And to sit at home and watch your work come to life on a big or small screen is exhilarating."
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Stephanie
Leonard
Atlanta
B.A., communications, Trinity University, 1997
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First year at SCAD:
2009
Credentials/past experience:
Line producer, "The Mo'Nique Show"; talent executive and music segment, "Chappelle's Show"; line producer and production manager, "America's Most Wanted"
Awards, recognition, honors:
- 2010 Image Award, nominated for Outstanding Talk Series, "The Mo'Nique Show"
- 2009 Image Award, nominated for Outstanding Variety Series or Special, BET Awards
- 2007 Image Award, nominated for Outstanding Variety Series or Special, BET Awards
- 2005 "Chappelle's Show" won BET Award for Outstanding DVD Release and nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series
- 2004 "Chappelle's Show" nominated for EMMY Award and Teen Choice Award
- 2004 "Chappelle's Show" won BET Award for Outstanding Comedy Variety Series
- 2001 "America's Most Wanted" nominated for TV Guide Award, Reality Series of the Year
- 1998 "America's Most Wanted" nominated for EMMY Award for Outstanding Informational Series
Publications and/or presentations:
- Careers in Media, Access to Opportunities, Georgetown University, 2003
- Women in Hip-Hop, Supporting a Culture that Degrades Us, University of Maryland, 2002
- Behind-the-Scenes, A Great View of Television, Georgetown University, 2001
Courses:
TELE 300 Line Producing
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Shandra
McDonald-Bradford
Atlanta
- B.S., journalism, Howard University, 1992
- M.F.A., film, Howard University, 1998
First year at SCAD:
2010
Credentials/past experience:
Producer, "The Last Adam," Descending Dove Productions, 2006; writer and director, "The Promise," Woman's Angle Project of Atlanta, 2007; director, "Shades," mockumentary, 2002; producer and director of short films aired on ABC, Showtime, NBC, UPN and CBS in more than 100 markets across the United States. Created original programs for CBS, The Learning Channel, The Discovery Channel, Oxygen, TV One Networks, The Fine Living Network and TBS Superstation
Most significant accomplishment(s):
"Faithfully Divided," documentary, supervising producer, 2009; "Sunday Dinner," cooking show, director, 2010; "Maria Marchetto," Web episode, supervising producer and director, 2009; PSA for the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Association, director, Women in Film and Television -Atlanta, 2009
Organizations:
Women in Film and Television - Atlanta, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Courses:
- TELE 205 Television Field Production
- TELE 250 Live Event Production
- TELE 350 Television Postproduction
Artist statement:
"I am on a mission - a mission to tell heartwarming and meaningful stories that people from all races and walks of life can relate to in their own lives."
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Steve Schwaid
Atlanta
Melissa Sykes
Atlanta
