I’m a storytelling strategist, facilitator, and communications professional with more than 20 years of experience translating complex human experiences into clear, compelling narratives. I’ve designed and delivered high-impact programs for youth, adults, and institutional audiences across the US and Canada, and I’m comfortable on stage, in a workshop room, or in a production suite. I bring deep expertise in content development, performance coaching, and audience engagement at scale. In every project I aim to make ideas accessible and inspiring, whether coaching storytellers for national broadcast, guiding a live event, or creating residencies that spark thoughtful dialogue among educators and students.

John Morello

I’m a storytelling strategist, facilitator, and communications professional with more than 20 years of experience translating complex human experiences into clear, compelling narratives. I’ve designed and delivered high-impact programs for youth, adults, and institutional audiences across the US and Canada, and I’m comfortable on stage, in a workshop room, or in a production suite. I bring deep expertise in content development, performance coaching, and audience engagement at scale. In every project I aim to make ideas accessible and inspiring, whether coaching storytellers for national broadcast, guiding a live event, or creating residencies that spark thoughtful dialogue among educators and students.

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I’m a storytelling strategist, facilitator, and communications professional with more than 20 years of experience translating complex human experiences into clear, compelling narratives. I’ve designed and delivered high-impact programs for youth, adults, and institutional audiences across the US and Canada, and I’m comfortable on stage, in a workshop room, or in a production suite. I bring deep expertise in content development, performance coaching, and audience engagement at scale.

In every project I aim to make ideas accessible and inspiring, whether coaching storytellers for national broadcast, guiding a live event, or creating residencies that spark thoughtful dialogue among educators and students.

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Language

Italian
Advanced
French
Advanced
German
Advanced
Latin
Intermediate

Work Experience

Story Coach & Episode Curator at Stories from the Stage, PBS / GBH
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Selected, developed, and coached storytellers for national broadcast on PBS's flagship storytelling program. Provided expert feedback on delivery, pacing, tone, and narrative structure across the full production cycle. Coached a storyteller whose segment became the most-viewed social media video in the show's history. Collaborated with executive producers on editorial decisions, episode curation, and talent readiness.
Creator & Chief Creative at T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land (One-Man Show) — FringePVD / Auburn Public Theatre
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Conceived, produced, and performed an original theatrical adaptation of a landmark literary work. Managed full technical production: QLab programming, DMX lighting, rear-projection design, video integration, and live show control. Delivered multilingual vocal performance (Italian, French, German, Latin) with phonetic accuracy and tonal register.
Educator, Facilitator & Workshop Leader at Schools, Institutions & Community Organizations, US & Canada
January 1, 2002 - Present
Designed and facilitated storytelling workshops, residencies, and training programs for youth and adult learners. Developed a week-long school residency model culminating in a witnessed first-telling experience. Worked with diverse audiences including First Nations communities across Canada.
Creator & Performing Artist at Dirt (Na Konally Touring One-Man Show)
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2025
Created, produced, and toured an original one-man show performing 100–125 dates/year at peak across the US and Canada. Reached 1.5 million+ audience members; program recognized by the New York Times. Managed all aspects of an independent touring operation: booking, logistics, contracts, and school/educational outreach. Developed and facilitated post-show discussions and residency programming for youth and educator audiences.

Education

BA Theatre Arts / BA Broadcast Communications at Evangel University
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization