My name is Russell Stevenson and I define the modern creative hybrid, merging rigorous journalistic inquiry with the elevated aesthetics of cinema. Through my work in documentary, commercial lens-craft, and acting, I capture the pulse of human experience. My objective remains clear: to build authentic, high-impact visual legacies.
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Published Work
Here are two published feature articles. The first article was for the U.S. Navy covering a Boy Scouts visit to the SERE training facility.The second article was for the U.S. Navy highlighting the experiences of former POW Jim Bedinger.Â
Boy Scout Troop Visits US Navy
Retired Navy POW Survivor
Featured Video Work
Posterity Commercial
A commercial created for a San Diego nonprofit organization that I wrote, directed, filmed, edited, and produced. The project highlights my full scale video production capabilities while supporting a community-focused mission.
Broadcast News Video- COM 463
A television news package in which I served as both anchor and field reporter. This project demonstrates my on camera presence, reporting, news writing, interviewing, and broadcast journalism skills.
Nike Commercial- COM 465
A promotional campaign video for Nike that I independently wrote, directed, and edited. This demonstrates my abilities in commercial storytelling, visual branding, cinematography, and post-production editing.
SERE Promo Video
A recruitment and promotional video for the U.S. Navy SERE program that I wrote, filmed, directed, edited, and published. This showcases my expertise in strategic communication, and professional video production.
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Featured Media Work
Professional Interview: Courtney Dempsey
COM-490
A professional interview with Good Day Sacramento anchor Courtney Dempsey exploring career development and the broadcasting industry. This assignment demonstrates my interviewing, communication, and professional networking skills.
TAI Podcast: Promoting Businesses
COM-463
An original podcast episode that I wrote, hosted, and produced. This project showcases my skills in audio storytelling, interviewing, scripting, vocal delivery, and podcast production.