Smart Growth America
Proposal Video Samples
I have collected a series of videos below that demonstrate a variety of the desired qualifications for the Complete Streets in Rural America RFP. My experience in rural community and economic development and as a multimedia producer make me uniquely qualified (and extremely excited) to tell these important stories.
In 1870, in the rural town of El Paso, David Strother cast the first vote by a Black man in Illinois following the certification of the 15th Amendment.
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Join Ryan Smith on Food Trek as he explores the growing network of food system pioneers throughout the Midwest.
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Mitch Wettstein explains why he started farming organically with his family in Woodford County, IL.
Video companion for a multimedia story for WCBU Public Radio
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Yaku Peoria makes the case for saving the historic church that will house a new nonprofit center for art and culture.
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Follow Serenity as she works toward a new career in the healthcare industry through a new workforce development initiative for residents of the former Taft Homes in Peoria, IL.
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Follow Imani and her culinary team as they navigate their first state competition and the challenges posed by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Local food advocate Jacqualine Jarju explains her journey that led to active membership in the Illinois Stewardship Alliance.
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Explanation of street closures for the upcoming construction phases for a multi-modal, people-friendly avenue through an historically underserved neighborhood in Peoria, IL .
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Community member share the impact of the Community Core initiative on their neighborhoods in Peoria, IL.
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Explainer video for the release of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Strategy.
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