This week on Your New Jersey, Lisa Marie Falbo explores how New Jersey’s media and entertainment industries are creating new opportunities across the state. Plus, we’re celebrating a major milestone as Your New Jersey takes home multiple Telly Awards recognizing the show’s outstanding storytelling and coverage of the Garden State.
Dr. Keith Strudler, Dean of the Montclair State University College of Communication and Media, discusses the university’s new partnership with PBS, how it will help amplify New Jersey stories and voices, and the unique hands-on experiences it will provide for the next generation of media professionals.
Then, Nick Day, Co-CEO and President of Edge Auto Rental and President of the Screen Alliance of New Jersey, shares how the state’s film and television industry is experiencing unprecedented growth. He explains what is driving the surge in production and the impact on local communities.
About the Author
Isabelle “Izzy” Conklin has always been born for storytelling; her parents even named her after a movie character! She studied Film and Television at Montclair State University, where she produced everything from San Francisco: On the Edge to the award-winning Arizona Stories: Border, Water and Politics.
Now, as a Production Administrator, Izzy keeps creative teams organized and shoots running smoothly, handling everything from prep to post. She’s all about making sure the details are covered so the big ideas can shine.
As a Jersey girl, Izzy’s especially excited to help tell stories rooted in her home state and she’s always down to jump in and bring a great idea to life.