Humans have always been social beings. Information sharing and storytelling have existed since the dawn of humanity — from cave drawings to the interwebs. Regardless of the medium — paper, telegram, beeper, fax, internet — the motivation behind their creation has always been about driving human expression.

For the first time in history we live in a world where being a part of a globally interconnected (though completely and inherently fractured) group is the norm. However, for us, the newsmakers, the communicators, the content producers — breaking through the noise and building influence with today’s audiences has never been more difficult to navigate. (Hint: The old rules no longer apply…)

Regardless of the title — producer, writer, director, filmmaker, public relations/digital media strategist, entrepreneur — Wadooah Wali is a natural-born storyteller. As a true media influencer, her career expertise spans across traditional and disruptive new media platforms.

Wadooah has more than 20 years as a PR strategist for launches, acquisitions and public exists and new media marcomms for traditional, emerging tech and new media brands including WarnerMedia’s linear TV Networks (TBS & TNT), Fullscreen, YouTube, M-GO (VOD/streaming startup backed by DreamWorks and Technicolor), podcast leader Midroll Media/Ear Wolf (acquired by Scripps Media) and LGBTQ+ streaming platform Revry.TV. As an award-winning indie creator, she’s passionate about connecting audiences with stories via writing, directing and producing various web and podcast projects.

This program is open to all eligible individuals. USC Annenberg operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

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