A storyteller at heart, Mari is in constant pursuit of ways to visually translate the human experience. She is an 11-time Emmy award-winning filmmaker who specializes in documentary and non-fiction storytelling. Whether it’s putting a human face to the impacts of climate change, mountaineering through the North Cascades, or supporting educational opportunities for women from Afghanistan, Mari tells cinematic stories that have direct social, environmental, and personal impacts.

Mari is passionate about science communication and helping bridge the gap between researchers and the communities they inform. She is particularly impassioned through international collaboration. Mari was a Fulbright fellow, where she created multimedia storytelling around agroecology and food sovereignty in Brazil.

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Mari works diligently to create videos that speak to the human condition and elevates science in a relatable manner. At the University of Washington, Mari creates short documentaries and video content supporting research and educational endeavors.

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Mari is a member of the Video Consortium; a global nonprofit network that supports, develops, and connects today’s top emerging voices in video journalism and documentary film. She is also a member of the Her Wild Vision Initiative which connects accomplished women and women-identifying conservation photographers and filmmakers working around the world. She continues to actively freelance and travel, working with companies, non-profits, and individuals looking to harness the power of a story. Through character-driven content, Mari helps audiences better connect to, understand, and implement brand messaging on a personal level.

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Mari is continually seeking new opportunities to work, collaborate, and investigate new tales and territories. Let's explore together!