about cara

resume

employment history

2011 – nowProject Director | Series ProducerThe University of Texas at Austin

Develop and produce a video series on ethics, business and society for McCombs School of Business.

2010 – 2011LecturerThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Teach intermediate production class in video, audio and writing for narrative film and documentary.

2000 – 2010Writer, Director, Producer, EditorCara Mia Media (fka Firefly Films)

Founded company to develop independent documentaries. Work freelance for filmmakers, production companies, non-profits, and government agencies.

1998 – 1999Programming DirectorAustin Film Society

Created and managed multiple film series at local and state level.

1994 – 1996Assistant InstructorThe University of Texas at Austin

Assisted with classes in 16mm synch sound, film editing, non-linear editing, production management, and documentary production.

1990 – 1993AnalystThe Bruce Company

Developed and managed Special Projects for The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Green Lights program, an energy efficient lighting initiative.

1989 – 1990TeacherEcho Hill Outdoor School

Created and taught science classes about the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.

education

Master of Fine ArtsThe University of Texas at Austin
Film & Media Production

Bachelor of Arts cum laudeBowdoin College
Magna cum laude in Philosophy

educational awards

Topaz Scholarship AwardWomen in Film/Dallas

Philip Cummings Philosophy AwardBowdoin College

James Bowdoin ScholarBowdoin College

additional skills