Hi, I’m Jo Anna Van Thuyne. I’m a senior audio and video producer with 15+ years of experience leading narrative-driven content across broadcast, digital, and immersive platforms. I design production systems, guide talent, and deliver high-quality creative work in remote and hybrid environments, always focusing on clarity of storytelling and building authentic connections with audiences. From WHYY’s TV and radio promos to independent projects and immersive installations, I build narrative concepts, oversee multi-platform campaigns, and collaborate with hosts, executives, designers, and engineers to align messaging with brand and audience goals. I’m passionate about editorial standards, applying AI tools to content evaluation and workflow optimization, and mentoring teams to reach their best creative potential.…

Jo Anna Van Thuyne

Hi, I’m Jo Anna Van Thuyne. I’m a senior audio and video producer with 15+ years of experience leading narrative-driven content across broadcast, digital, and immersive platforms. I design production systems, guide talent, and deliver high-quality creative work in remote and hybrid environments, always focusing on clarity of storytelling and building authentic connections with audiences. From WHYY’s TV and radio promos to independent projects and immersive installations, I build narrative concepts, oversee multi-platform campaigns, and collaborate with hosts, executives, designers, and engineers to align messaging with brand and audience goals. I’m passionate about editorial standards, applying AI tools to content evaluation and workflow optimization, and mentoring teams to reach their best creative potential.…

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Hi, I’m Jo Anna Van Thuyne. I’m a senior audio and video producer with 15+ years of experience leading narrative-driven content across broadcast, digital, and immersive platforms. I design production systems, guide talent, and deliver high-quality creative work in remote and hybrid environments, always focusing on clarity of storytelling and building authentic connections with audiences.
From WHYY’s TV and radio promos to independent projects and immersive installations, I build narrative concepts, oversee multi-platform campaigns, and collaborate with hosts, executives, designers, and engineers to align messaging with brand and audience goals. I’m passionate about editorial standards, applying AI tools to content evaluation and workflow optimization, and mentoring teams to reach their best creative potential.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Promotions Producer at WHYY
June 1, 2022 - Present
Lead end-to-end production of television and radio promotional campaigns for WHYY-TV 12 and WHYY 90.9 FM, supporting audience growth, retention, and membership initiatives. Develop narrative concepts and creative direction for multi-platform campaigns (broadcast TV, radio, live stream, and digital distribution). Write, storyboard, direct, and edit high-volume promotional content while maintaining editorial and brand standards. Produce external broadcast campaigns distributed across regional affiliates and national networks (CBS, NBC, BET, TBS). Collaborate with hosts, executives, and stakeholders to align messaging, tone, and audience strategy. Oversee episodic promo scheduling and programming coordination using JM CO. Write weekly live reads for on-air talent; ensure clarity and compliance. Direct on-camera talent and conduct interviews for promotional and behind-the-scenes content. Perform voice-over work for broadcast television and radio.
Creative Producer & Consultant at Independent / Self-Employed
August 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Consultant on narrative design and audio strategy for immersive theater, escape rooms, and experiential installations. Wrote and directed scripted audio experiences for large-scale public attractions, including Eastern State Penitentiary’s Halloween Nights. Managed projects across concept development, production, and delivery in collaboration with designers, engineers, and clients. Designed repeatable workflows for audio production and implementation across multiple client projects.
Creative Producer & Consultant at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2012 - Present
Provide independent production and consulting services across audio, video, podcasting, and narrative development. Lead end-to-end creative work for original projects and client engagements, including concept development, scripting, production, editing, and delivery. Work includes long-form podcast production, narrative strategy, and editorial oversight, with a focus on clarity, tone, and audience engagement.
Adjunct Professor, Digital Audio at La Salle University
September 1, 2024 - Present
Teaching role focusing on digital audio production and related tools (Fall 2024).

Education

B.A. in Communications (Film & Mass Media) at La Salle University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2007

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other
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    Hosted by comedian and filmmaker Jo Anna Van Thuyne, this independently produced show tackles existential philosophy and the apocalypse with gallows humor. The episodes blend personal stories, cultural commentary, and interviews with special guests to discuss how to survive modern American life without losing your mind.