APA NEXT SUMMIT

HYBRID EVENT PRODUCTION / LIVE BROADCAST DIRECTION

PROJECT OVERVIEW

APA Next is McDonald’s free educational summit, developed in partnership with APIA Scholars to support underserved APIA students and families with resources, mentorship, and practical guidance around higher education.

The 2024 edition of APA Next featured summits in Los Angeles and Boston, with panels, workshops, and student programming featuring guests including Ming-Na Wen and Ramona Young. Live broadcasts connected programming across both markets.

PRODUCTION & EXECUTION

Client: McDonald’s
Role: Integrated Producer & Broadcast Director | IW Group

Produced the Los Angeles program and directed its six-camera live broadcast, coordinating stage programming, presenters, technical teams, breakout sessions, and a simultaneous live feed from Boston.

Worked across production, AV, venue, client, and programming teams to manage schedules, technical requirements, and event logistics while maintaining continuity between both markets. Directed the broadcast in real time, calling camera shots and transitions between live presentations and remote content to create a cohesive experience across Los Angeles and Boston.

Video available via APANEXT.COM

THE IMPACT OF EDUCATION

Six-camera live broadcast directed by Mallorie Ortega as part of the 2024 APA Next Education Summit, featuring live programming from Los Angeles and a remote feed from Boston.

Video available via APANEXT.COM