The Rough Draft
Each Tuesday and Thursday we sit down with creatives from across the industry to discuss story, career, process and tools.
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Matt Stillo
Audio storytelling master Matt Stillo on crafting captivating narratives, immersive sound design, and turning true stories into cinematic experiences
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S2 Ep8: Peter Balonon-Rosen
From investigations to breaking news at Today, Explained, Peter Balonon-Rosen takes us inside the craft of telling stories through sound.
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S2 Ep7: Josh Olenslager
Josh Olenslager from LinkedIn Learning shares how he navigates building a professional career while maintaining vibrant creative pursuits.
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S2 E6: Casey Miner
Award-winning audio editor Casey Miner discusses crafting powerful narratives NPR and her mission to diversify podcast storytelling.
Meet Our Hosts
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Colton Holmes
With over 15 years in video production, Colton has become an expert in the art of storytelling. His diverse skills in editing, directing, producing, and animation enables him to balance big-picture vision with attention to detail. Off-set, Colton enjoys time with his wife and two kids, and fly fishing in the Texas Hill Country and Colorado.
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Kendell Kelton
A seasoned storyteller, Kendell is all about impactful brand strategies and captivating narratives. With experience guiding industry leaders and consumer brands, she has worked on campaigns for Six Flags Theme Parks, McDonald’s, Make-A-Wish, and Daimler. Based in Austin, Kendell’s a dedicated writer, runner, and mama to Wyatt.