I'm Terrance Afer-Anderson, a health care media writer, producer, and director with a deep history of using story-driven communication to educate, empower, and improve health outcomes in communities. My work blends public health, education, and creative media to build campaigns, documentaries, and training programs that uplift underserved groups and advance health equity. From documentary filmmaking that highlights health disparities to hands-on teaching and youth programs in detention settings, I translate complex health information into accessible narratives and practical solutions. I’m passionate about health equity, inclusive storytelling, and collaborations that drive real-world change.…

Terrance Afer-Anderson

I'm Terrance Afer-Anderson, a health care media writer, producer, and director with a deep history of using story-driven communication to educate, empower, and improve health outcomes in communities. My work blends public health, education, and creative media to build campaigns, documentaries, and training programs that uplift underserved groups and advance health equity. From documentary filmmaking that highlights health disparities to hands-on teaching and youth programs in detention settings, I translate complex health information into accessible narratives and practical solutions. I’m passionate about health equity, inclusive storytelling, and collaborations that drive real-world change.…

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I’m Terrance Afer-Anderson, a health care media writer, producer, and director with a deep history of using story-driven communication to educate, empower, and improve health outcomes in communities. My work blends public health, education, and creative media to build campaigns, documentaries, and training programs that uplift underserved groups and advance health equity.

From documentary filmmaking that highlights health disparities to hands-on teaching and youth programs in detention settings, I translate complex health information into accessible narratives and practical solutions. I’m passionate about health equity, inclusive storytelling, and collaborations that drive real-world change.

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Adjunct Instructor at Tidewater Community College
June 1, 2019 - Present
Providing instruction in the Tidewater Community College Job Skills Training Program; wrote, produced, and directed The Time Bank documentary; developed and delivered fatherhood curriculum for incarcerated men; taught a Creative Dramatics course culminating in H.O.R.S.E. monologues; taught a hotel hospitality course for residents of Virginia Beach Juvenile Detention Center and on campus.
Fellow at Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Leaders Program
September 1, 2016 - August 31, 2019
Health equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice leadership training program; wrote, produced, and directed the feature-length film The Black Walnut as the centerpiece of a strategic initiative to increase awareness of African American prostate cancer disparity.
Health Promotions Educator at Norfolk Department of Public Health
April 1, 1998 - December 31, 2016
Conceived, developed, wrote, edited, and implemented health promotion and public relations/marketing materials; designed promotional strategies; translated complex public health information for broad audiences; partnered with local agencies to raise awareness of health, equity, diversity, and inclusion; conducted subject matter research and interviews for community presentations; hosted HealthWatch talk show and produced multiple health-focused programs and PSAs.
Promotions Director at Time-Life Education, Inc.
April 1, 1995 - September 30, 1997
Managed from concept to execution all printed marketing and promotional materials targeting educational and institutional markets; increased main catalog size; created a new video catalog; negotiated product acquisitions; designed and managed direct mail campaigns; oversaw freelancers and copywriters.
Marketing Manager at Smithsonian Institution Press
February 1, 1991 - March 31, 1995
Launched a new Smithsonian video label; planned direct mail campaigns, space ads, product packaging, sell sheets, and point-of-purchase displays; managed budgets of up to $2.5 million annually; led co-production and acquisition negotiations; presented at industry events.
Board Member / Director at Generic Theater
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Board of Directors involvement contributing to organizational governance and creative initiatives.
Vice-Chair, Board of Directors at Hunton YMCA
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Governance and strategic oversight for YMCA programs and community outreach.
Chair at Norfolk Commission on the Arts & Humanities
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2020
Led commission initiatives and advocated for arts and humanities within the community.
Board Member at Hampton Roads Prostate Health Forum
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
Board involvement supporting prostate health initiatives and education.
Chair at Illuminating Good Health Coalition
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016
Led coalition focused on health equity and awareness campaigns.
Chair at 757smokefreeteens Tobacco Prevention Coalition
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Led youth tobacco prevention coalition efforts.
Public Relations Director at Hampton Roads Prostate Health Forum
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
Public relations leadership and health communications for prostate health initiatives.
Public Relations and Marketing Committee Chair at African American Men’s Health Forum, American Cancer Society of South Hampton Roads
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
Led communications and marketing committee for health equity campaigns.

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Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Government

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