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ERICA ROWELL is a seasoned editor, broadcast journalist, producer of web and filmed media, and author. Her work has been featured by Duke University, Environmental Defense Fund, Spirit magazine, Monitor Radio, WNYC Radio, FOXNEWS.com, ABCNEWS.com, and ABCNEWS Radio.

She is currently online managing editor for Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment and managing editor of theGreengrok.com, Dean Bill Chameides's blog on science and the environment.

storytelling

words :: images :: sound

Telling stories gives form to ideas, themes, and emotion. Stories help us get a better sense of our world and ourselves, take us to places unknown, bring us closer to friends, help bridge divides, help build community. Storytelling is among the most effective ways to communicate.

Rowell's nonfiction and fiction storytelling includes news reports and features, a book, short videos, and feature films. View her work on these pages.

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The Brothers Grim: The Films of Ethan and Joel Coen

Published work

Rowell's book unmasks the Coens as prankster mythmakers exploiting universal storytelling modes to elicit laughs, while delving into its depths beyond guffaws.

Online writing

Since 1997, Rowell has tapped into the Web's "simultaneous touch and interplay" wearing various hats from editor, reporter and blogger to Tweeter.

Filmed media

Armed with a master's degree in film and a deep understanding of film language and grammar, Rowell has written, directed, and edited numerous videos, as well as coordinated and produced feature films.

Curriculum vitae

Experience includes broadcast radio, filmmaking, video work, and the online realm, as well as teaching stints at both Columbia University and Duke University.