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Featured work

Here is a collection of my recent work across audio, video, and design.

Taking on Industry for Sewage-Free Water

In this episode of People Over Power, Chloe Flood explains how together, we can hold polluters accountable and clean up our waterways.

Taking on Industry for Sewage-Free Water

In this episode of People Over Power, Chloe Flood explains how together, we can hold polluters accountable and clean up our waterways.

Local Energy Policy Toolkit

A set of toolbox illustrations for an ArcGIS StoryMaps webpage.

Handyman's toolbox containing tape, paintbrush, pliers, measuring tape, scissors, hammer, a lit torch, wrench, pencil, and screwdriver. There are city skyscrapers nestled amongst the tools.

Local Energy Policy Toolkit

A set of toolbox illustrations for an ArcGIS StoryMaps webpage.

Between Fiber and Art

In this episode of Borderscapes, host Maria McCoy explores why weavers have been blocked out of the fine art world.

A small weaving loom is in the middle of the frame. A hand reaches out with a weaving fork to create fabric.

Between Fiber and Art

In this episode of Borderscapes, host Maria McCoy explores why weavers have been blocked out of the fine art world.

People Over Power logo

A square logo for the People Over Power podcast.

"People Over Power" text with a megaphone over a comic book blam shape

People Over Power logo

A square logo for the People Over Power podcast.

Partners in Providing Nourishing Food

In this episode of the People Over Power podcast, Charlie Rosthorn shows us where the food system falls short.

Partners in Providing Nourishing Food

In this episode of the People Over Power podcast, Charlie Rosthorn shows us where the food system falls short.

Trusting in Genuinely Affordable Housing

In this episode of People Over Power, Anke Schwittay shows us how communities can lower housing costs.

Trusting in Genuinely Affordable Housing

In this episode of People Over Power, Anke Schwittay shows us how communities can lower housing costs.

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Experience

Research

My background is in researching and writing about renewable energy. I have the chops to take on niche or technical subject matter.

Research

My background is in researching and writing about renewable energy. I have the chops to take on niche or technical subject matter.

Podcasting

I have been producing podcasts since 2018 — Borderscapes, People Over Power, and more than 100 episodes of Local Energy Rules.

Podcasting

I have been producing podcasts since 2018 — Borderscapes, People Over Power, and more than 100 episodes of Local Energy Rules.

Video

In my course at the University of Sussex, I learned to direct, record, and edit short documentaries.

Video

In my course at the University of Sussex, I learned to direct, record, and edit short documentaries.

Design

From report layouts to hand drawn illustration, I find joy in giving complex information some visual appeal.

Design

From report layouts to hand drawn illustration, I find joy in giving complex information some visual appeal.

About me

I’m a media producer who believes in the power of stories.

My work is about connection, empathy, and moving audiences to create positive change.

Let’s Connect

Contact Info

Based in Iowa City, IA

mariadahlmccoy @ gmail.com