Tell us a little bit about how you work with the FRP team.
I am the gatekeeper for all creative submissions at Fred Rogers Productions. If you have a show to pitch, I’m your first contact. I take pitches, scout for ideas and talent, review materials, and guide concepts through development, working with writers, graphic artists, and educational consultants. It’s so fantastic when you discover that special project.
What’s your favorite project that you’ve worked on here?
The Writers’ Neighborhood fellowship program. When I joined the company, our chief creative officer, Ellen Doherty, shared her dream of a fellowship to help emerging writers find their footing, build their brands, and connect with others. I feel lucky to have helped shape it from the start, diving into the research. With Brandea Turner as program director, the fellowship accelerated, and our fellows have thrived—a success that continues to inspire me.
What is your favorite PBS show, past or present?
Not many may know/remember it, but one of my favorites was High Feather. It was a live-action program (only 10 episodes) produced by the New York City Education Department, set at a NY state sleepaway camp, featuring diverse kids learning about health, fitness, social interaction, and more. It reminded me a lot of my beloved grammar school and was definitely in the back of my mind when I started working at age 14 at summer camps.
What do you like to do when you’re not working?
I love wandering the streets of New York City, hunting for treasures at flea markets and vintage shops—a passion I inherited from my parents. My dad collected vintage telephones and quirky finds, while my mom adored old kitchenware and paintings. I’m also obsessed with Japanese and Korean stationery products, especially notebooks, so I’m always on the lookout for new shops to explore.