When assigned to create a tribute package, that’s exactly what I set out to do.

I lead the entire research process. I learn the recipient’s story and tell it through media. I avoid excessive VO in my packages, as I’d rather have the talent’s voice drive their own story.

I am in the edit producing and directing the cut, which is my favorite part; you can just feel when something is flowing, or conversely, when it isn’t.

I work with the clearance supervisor to ensure the entire package is visually cleared for broadcast.

Finally, after a few rounds of collaboration with executives and the talent themselves, we lock the cut and send it to air.

Here are a few of my favorite stories I’ve told so far.