Ethanol rough cut video from the SEJ

Hi from Madison, Wisconsin, where the annual meeting of the Society of Environmental Journalists is off to a solid start. This video is the product of an all-day workshop using video editing software that I’ve only recently met. Much to my chagrin, I see I’ve got a long way to go.

Still, early indications are that my co-producer and I showed some raw talent today. Note the reaction of Ted Chamberlain, editor at National Geographic News: “FABULOUS! I love the silent, almost heartbreaking ending… I’ll have my people call yours. Don’t do anything until you have a chance to hear me out. If I end up in a bidding war with Discovery over this, you’ll never eat lunch in this town again!”

Enjoy!