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Hi, I’m Erika Volchan O’Conor, a multidisciplinary filmmaker, producer, and educator based in Longmont, Colorado. I lead end-to-end productions—from concept and direction to shooting, drone operations, editing, and sound design—for traditional and immersive 360° video and virtual tours, documentaries and podcasts.
I collaborate with museums, universities, technology startups, non-profit organizations, and other stakeholders to create accessible content, navigate cross-cultural production challenges, and deliver polished videos and exhibits on tight timelines. I’m passionate about turning complex topics into engaging experiences for diverse audiences.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Advanced
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Chinese
Intermediate
Work Experience
Director, Producer, Drone Pilot, Camera Operator, Editor, Sound Designer (360° Educational Film) at Colorado Agrivoltaic Learning Center
January 1, 2025 - October 30, 2025Produced and directed a 360° immersive educational video introducing audiences to agrivoltaics and sustainable land use. Managed all aspects of production—concept, direction, shooting, drone operations, and post-production. Iterated and pivoted the video style based on client feedback.
Virtual Tour Producer at Colorado Encyclopedia & History Colorado
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Colorado State Historical Fund grant recipient. Created an interactive virtual tour of the historic SPMDTU headquarters, integrating archival research with immersive storytelling and cutting-edge technology. Captured 360° stills and drone footage to enable navigation as if in person. When the building lacks a museum, developed a virtual exhibit with audio interviews, videos and archival photos educating users about the history of the Hispano people in southern Colorado and their historical resistance.
Director, Producer, Editor, Sound Designer at A Sensory Program – Colorado Division for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Produced a video in English and ASL informing the public about Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI). The program supports hearing screening, identification, and intervention to ensure language, communication, and social development for children with hearing differences. Created innovative accessibility approaches to ensure video accessibility for hearing, hard-of-hearing, and non-hearing audiences.
Director, Researcher, Editor, Sound Designer at Denver Museum of Nature & Science
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Directed, researched, produced and edited educational videos about Soviet artist Vasily Konovalenko. Organized a 3-week production in Moscow, St. Petersburg and Yekaterinburg, filming at venues such as the Russian State Museum, the Kremlin Museum, the Mariinsky Theatre, and the Gem & Mineral Museum of St. Petersburg. Navigated language and cultural differences in a dynamic environment. Work is part of the museum’s permanent exhibit.
Producer & Editor at Techstars Global Education
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Collaborated with Techstars’ global education team to produce training content for tech startup founders worldwide. Created clear, engaging content under tight deadlines and brand guidelines. Produced the Venture Deals Online Course (2021) and created social cutdowns and reels; worked closely with program directors to produce promotional videos and virtual demo day assets.
Video Producer, Editor, Camera Operator, Sound Designer at University of Colorado at Boulder, College of Music
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Produced videos to promote College of Music Initiatives, including 3-minute program videos and department sizzle reels. Ensured evergreen content and brand compliance. Directed interviews with faculty, staff, and students.
Video Producer, Editor, Camera Operator, Sound Designer at Goally
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019Goally is a tech startup helping neurodivergent kids build routines and independence. Produced multiple videos including customer testimonials, product overviews, how-to videos, founder stories, social cutdowns, and medical support statements.
Instructor - Film Editing at Denver Young Filmmakers – Denver Film Society
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018Taught a Film Studies course on the power of editing to young filmmakers.
Director, Producer, Cinematographer, Editor, Sound Designer at Pioneers (Documentary) – University of Colorado Boulder
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016Directed, produced, shot, edited, and designed sound for the documentary Pioneers.
Assistant to Lead Actress & Unit Publicist at Universal Pictures – Blackhat, dir. Michael Mann
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2013Supported key talent and publicity teams on an international production spanning Hollywood and China.
Editor (Feature-Length Documentaries) at Judith Wechsler Documentaries
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018Edited a series of feature-length historical documentaries on influential 20th-century thinkers, including works on Isaac Berlin, Svetlana Boym, Aby Warburg, and others.
Intern & Contributing Reporter at The New York Times (Brazil Bureau)
December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012Contributed reporting and research for the international desk, focusing on culture and environmental stories in Brazil.
Education
B.A., Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa at Tufts University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011ACC China Field Study at Tufts University
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Qualifications
Fulbright & Henry Luce Foundation Grant Recipient
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Fulbright & Henry Luce Foundation Grant Recipient
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025ACC China Field Study
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Phi Beta Kappa
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization
Produced and directed a 360° immersive educational video introducing audiences to agrivoltaics and sustainable land use. Managed all aspects of production—concept, direction, shooting, drone operations, and post-production. Iterated and pivoted the video style based on client feedback.
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