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BRITTNEY RUSSELL

Summary

Award-winning documentary filmmaker with 5+ years of experience in directing, producing, and shaping unscripted narratives. Skilled at leading productions from concept to post, managing crews, and building partnerships that amplify stories of impact. Recognized at national film festivals and currently expanding into episodic/television directing. to post,

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Documentary Film Director and Executive Producer

Independent
10.2019 - 12.2024
  • Directed and executive produced original documentaries from research to distribution.
  • Coordinated teams of producers, editors, cinematographers, and composers.


  • Collaborated with producers, editors, cinematographers, and film composers to coordinate production and post-production workflows.
  • Conducted in-depth subject research, shaping compelling narratives that aligned with both creative and advocacy goals.
  • Prepared and conducted interviews with documentary subjects, including pre- and post-screening assessments.
  • Crafted and executed a strategic outreach plan to engage audiences, generate media attention, and position the film for broader community impact.


Public Health Sanitarian

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
05.2019 - Current
  • Managed stakeholder relations and strategic communications for over 200 site inspections annually, navigating sensitive topics with diplomacy and discretion.
  • Crafted detailed investigative reports and provided regulatory guidance to program operators, assisting with compliance through town halls and consultations.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental project teams and external partners to deliver high-impact public messaging in high-pressure situations, including COVID-19 response.
  • Led community outreach campaigns with government agencies, nonprofits, and media to communicate public health initiatives.
  • Managed training and supervision of new inspection staff, ensuring adherence to health codes and operational protocols. Led both virtual and in-person outreach efforts, representing the department and building strong community relationships.

Education

Postgraduate Medical Studies - Media and Medicine

Harvard University
06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biology

SUNY College at Old Westbury
05.2017

Skills

  • Directing and Producing
  • Research & Interviewing
  • Talent & Partner Relations
  • Concept & Narrative Development
  • Event and Screening Coordination
  • Regulatory & Crisis Communications
  • Storyboarding
  • Festival & Distribution Strategy
  • Cross-Cultural & Community Engagement
  • Production&Post Workflow
  • Media Relations

Websites

Accomplishments

  • Winner-Best Documentary Feature You Are Not Alone, 6th Annual Detroit Black Film Festival (2025)
  • Official Selection-Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival (2025)
  • Official Selection-Harlem International Film Festival (2025)
  • Director-Documentary Series in Development(Post-Production, 2025)



Timeline

Documentary Film Director and Executive Producer

Independent
10.2019 - 12.2024

Public Health Sanitarian

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
05.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biology

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Postgraduate Medical Studies - Media and Medicine

Harvard University

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