From ideation to distribution,

I adapt to the role you need

to bring your science story

to the masses.

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Multimedia 

Production 

🎬 Types of services

Video Portfolio
Where Does My Skin Color Come From?

Digital series producing, directing, and showrunning.

I am the Executive Producer and Showrunner of PBS Terra’s new science show titled Why Am I Like This? I oversee script writing, storyboarding, directing, and the show's animations.

Unlock Innovation and Talent: VINSE's Industry Affiliates Program at Vanderbilt University

Program Highlight

VINSE NanoDay!

Event Highlight

Inside the World's Only Chile Pepper Institute

Director of Photography

Executive Producer and Director of Photography for Hungry Planet, published on PBS’s Youtube Channel Terra.

Quakes and blasts help scientists understand Earth's elusive inner core

Motion Graphics

Technical Creative Podcast

Podcast producing & editing.

Produced and edited STEMedia’s Technical Creative Podcast. I produced the mid-show segments, prepared questions for the guests, deigned and animated supplemental video assets, in addition to designing YouTube thumbnails and cut-down for social media.

Segment Highlights | Podcast Playlist

Las Vegas Review-Journal

Science Reporting & Video Journalism

Animated video for a science news story published in the Las Vegas Review-Journal, which garnered 30,000+ page views (2021).

How sustainable is your favorite food? #dataliteracy #carbonfootprint

Social media videos

Roles & Responsibilities

I work with you throughout the production process to ensure the delivery of high-quality, educational, and factual science content.

    • Digital Series Producer

    • Full-Service Video Production

    • Live Event Producer

    • Podcast Producer & Editor

    • On-camera & Podcast Hosting

    • Social Media Verticals & Assets

    • Editing & Motion Graphics

    • Editorial & Creative Leadership

    • Project & Team Management

    • Production Oversight: Timelines, Budgets, logistics

    • Client & Stakeholder Relations

    • Digital & SciComm Strategy

    • Quality and Standards

    1. Ideation & Concept Development

    2. Identify Target Audience

    3. Establish Learning or Video Objective

    4. Set SciComm Goals

    5. Distribution Strategy

    6. Conduct Pre-Interviews

    7. Scriptwriting & Story Editing

    8. Storyboarding & Production Prep

    9. Logistics Coordination & Bookings

    1. On-Camera Talent & Voiceover

    2. On-Location Production/Producing

    3. Remote & On-site Interviews

    4. Videography & Directing

    5. BTS & Portrait Photography

    6. Studio & Remote Podcast Recording

    7. Live Streaming

    8. Event Filming & Producer

    1. Video Editing

    2. Motion Graphics

    3. Graphic Design

    4. Sourcing Media

    5. Sound Design & Scoring

    6. Social Media Assets

    7. YouTube Thumbnails

    8. High-quality export & project files

    9. Distribution Support

    10. Impact & Evaluation

Build stronger bridges between your research
and the public with effective storytelling.


Online and in-person science communication training for students, scientists, and organizations.

  • My SciComm Journey

    Talk

    Share how I carved a career in science communication during graduate school.

    Length: 45 – 60 minutes

  • Finding your SciComm Path

    Talk

    Introduction to science communication as a field and career options. Provide attendees with insight into various avenues to explore and professional development opportunities as they start their SciComm journey.

    Length: 30 – 60 mins

  • SciComm 101

    Workshop

    Participants will be introduced to the five pillars of science communication and identify key elements for each pillar.

    Participants will leave with a general understanding of SciComm theory and the ability to craft a one-sentence pitch about their research based on storytelling principles.

    Length: 60 – 90 minutes

  • How to produce science explainers and podcasts

    Workshop

    From identifying their audience to writing, recording, and post-production, participants will complete the workshop with a fully developed video or podcast episode.

    Workshop Length: 3 – 5 days

  • How to Talk to the media

    Workshop

    Participants will practice communicating their research to a news outlet, video/podcast interviewing, and craft an elevator pitch about their research.

    Length: 1 – 2 hours

  • SciComm for Social Media

    Talk or Workshop

    During the talk, attendees will learn about science’s role in social media, the different types of visual mediums available, examples of well-made science videos, and the basics of producing social content.

    For the workshop, participants will additionally learn how to brand themselves and create a social post about their research.

    Length: 1 – 2 hours

  • SciComm Messaging & Storytelling

    Workshop

    Attendees learn how to make their message relevant, concise, and actionable to successfully communicate their ideas with interested parties.

    Length: 3-4 Hours

  • Design impactful presentations & infographics

    Workshop

    Learn basic design principles to craft a clean, concise, and visually impactful infographic or presentation using free tools such as Canva and Biorender.

    Length: 2 – 4 hours

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SciComm strategy,
audience evaluation,
& consulting

  • Do you have a general idea and goal for your science communication efforts but have hit a roadblock in your development? I can help you narrow your focus so you remain on track to reach your impact goals.

  • I help you come up with research question to evaluate how your media or SciComm project impacted your target audience. I can conduct focus groups and qualitative research, and work with target communities for dissemination and feedback.

  • For those who are seeking credible sources to inform the development of their science communication efforts or the process of how to design a SciComm research project.

  • For students who are seeking mentorship or guidance with their SciComm efforts.

    Or for student interested in how to pursue a career in science communication.

Additional Services

Marketing Design

Marketing Design
Photography

Photography
Website Design

Website Design
Workshop Development

Workshop Development
Event Planning

Event Planning

Testimonials

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Testimonials •

  • Working with Phuture Doctors Studios on recap and advertisement videos was an excellent experience.

    Stephanie made the entire process seamless and easy. She took the time to understand our goals and worked closely with us to craft a storyline that highlights the values of our program and event. She also coordinated video testimonials, making it simple to showcase our partners’ perspectives. Her professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail resulted in high-quality videos that exceeded our expectations. Stephanie was an exceptional partner throughout the entire project, and we are thrilled with the final products!

    — Sarah Ross, Senior Program Manager
    Vanderbilt Institute of Nanoscale Science and Engineering

  • Since I started Galactic Polymath four years ago, Stephanie has done INCREDIBLE work as a contractor.

    She has done exceptional work on everything from scripting and storyboarding to editing, narration, and being on camera. She is creative, a great communicator, and has great instincts for narrative, flow, and aesthetics. And she just keeps getting better and growing her already vast skill set. If you have the opportunity to work with her, do it! 

    — Matt Wilkins, Founder
    Galactic Polymath Education Studio

  • Dr. Stephanie Castillo is the kind of person every leader dreams of bringing on as their key full-time hire.

    She is the total package—creative, detail-oriented, hard-working, and able to cut through ambiguity to get things done. Beyond being incredibly effective, she’s easy to work with, fun to talk to, and communicates with intention. Stephanie not only helped bring structure and execution to my startup’s vision, but also showed up with the pedigree, skills, and instincts to lead in any science communication space. I give her my highest recommendation, without hesitation.

    – Dr. Nehemiah Mabry, Founder & CEO
    STEMedia Inc.

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