I’m Christie Swartz, a Toledo-based photojournalist and filmmaker who loves telling human stories through a camera, from breaking news on the ground to crafted narratives in the edit bay. Currently I work with WTOL 11, operating cameras, shooting live segments, editing morning shows, driving and operating the live truck, and assembling packages while writing scripts for VO/SOTS and graphics. I also contribute to student and campus projects as a director, editor, and production designer, always aiming to tell compelling stories with clarity and heart.…

Christie Swartz

I’m Christie Swartz, a Toledo-based photojournalist and filmmaker who loves telling human stories through a camera, from breaking news on the ground to crafted narratives in the edit bay. Currently I work with WTOL 11, operating cameras, shooting live segments, editing morning shows, driving and operating the live truck, and assembling packages while writing scripts for VO/SOTS and graphics. I also contribute to student and campus projects as a director, editor, and production designer, always aiming to tell compelling stories with clarity and heart.…

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I’m Christie Swartz, a Toledo-based photojournalist and filmmaker who loves telling human stories through a camera, from breaking news on the ground to crafted narratives in the edit bay.

Currently I work with WTOL 11, operating cameras, shooting live segments, editing morning shows, driving and operating the live truck, and assembling packages while writing scripts for VO/SOTS and graphics. I also contribute to student and campus projects as a director, editor, and production designer, always aiming to tell compelling stories with clarity and heart.

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Photojournalist at WTOL 11
May 1, 2022 - Present
Operate camera, set up and shoot live shots, drive and operate MV truck, operate mast/live truck, edit packages and gather interviews, write scripts for VOs and packages.
Camera Operator at Too Punk To Die
January 1, 2025 - Present
Short narrative projects; camera operator for multiple sequences (One Within The Woods, 2025).
Art Director at Soul Food
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Short narrative project; production design/art direction.
Director at Campus Polly Eyes
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Director and Editor for student/campus projects.
Sound Designer at Campus Polly Eyes
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Sound design for short documentary projects.
Credit Associate at Bass Pro Shops
December 1, 2017 - May 1, 2022
Customer service, credit card team member, promotional events, operate camera, merchandise sales.
Art Director at One Within The Woods
January 1, 2025 - Present
Short narrative — Art Director.
Production Designer at Greetings
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Short Narrative — Production Designer.
Director & Editor at Campus Polly Eyes
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Directed and edited campus projects; sound design for short documentary.
Sound Designer at Greetings
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Short Narrative — Sound Designer.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Film Production (Minor in Art) at Bowling Green State University
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Film Production - Minor in Art at Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022

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Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services

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