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Experts Directory

The UNCSA Experts Directory is your comprehensive resource for connecting with the leading minds in the arts and entertainment industry, performing arts education and educating artists.

This directory features distinguished UNCSA faculty members who are industry leaders in their fields and available to comment on trends and issues in the arts and arts education. Explore their profiles and search by keyword to learn more about their accomplishments, expert topics and how they are shaping the future of the arts.

Faculty Feature

Bob Keen

Director of Visual Effects and Immersive Media, School of Filmmaking

At 15, Bob Keen snuck onto a film lot, setting the stage for a 40-year career in visual effects. Now, this "Hellraiser" veteran teaches UNCSA students to blend innovative storytelling with boundary-pushing tech, preparing them for the industry's future.

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Tom Ackerman ASC

Cinematography

Ackerman combines decades of cinematography experience with a dedication to visual storytelling and film production.

Expert Areas: Cinematography, Hollywood Production, Commercial Direction, Psychology in Film, Military Filmmaking

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Steve Alford

Jazz and Contemporary Department Chair

Alford combines multi-instrumental expertise with innovative improvisation techniques to revolutionize contemporary jazz education and performance.

Expert Areas: Jazz Performance, Contemporary Improvisation, Multi-Instrumental Music, Jazz Composition, Improvised Music Ensembles

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Yelena Babinskaya

Director of Lighting

Babinskaya combines her expertise in scenography and lighting design with a commitment to inclusivity, creating enriching and dynamic learning experiences for future theater artists.

Expert Areas: Scenography, Lighting Design, Scenic and Costume Design, Theatre Education, Inclusivity in the Arts

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