ABOUT
Bio:
In her 18 years of industry experience, a deep sense of empathy is central to Elle’s work. She pulls from a combination of personal experiences, her understanding of human emotion, and a deep curiosity about the world to shape her narratives. Her projects often highlight the small yet profound moments that connect us all as humans. Elle’s creative process is deeply rooted in a desire to use storytelling as a medium for emotional and social impact, and draws inspiration from stories of people overcoming adversity and discovering their purpose. This aligns with her self-discovery as a storyteller, rooted in finding and amplifying the voices of the overlooked, marginalized, or underestimated. She strives to bring their struggles and triumphs to the forefront of her work, often exploring themes of resilience, identity, and redemption. After pursuing a journalism and social justice degree, she’s deeply influenced by causes she cares about, such as mental health, complex family dynamics, and human rights. She often weaves social justice and advocacy into her narratives to raise awareness and foster change. Her background in cinematography influences her strong visual style, balancing technical precision with a deep focus on character-driven storytelling, and she credits a childhood spent in and out of hospitals to her oft-internalized characters, “trippy” camera work, and observational, fly-on-the-wall perspectives.
Working with a diverse array of voices allows her to develop layered, multidimensional narratives. Her narrative projects for the anti-trafficking non-profit A21 have garnered awards in over 31 international festivals and led to the rescue of dozens of trafficked individuals in Eastern Europe; her work for Nike’s “Freedom Prep" showcasing young rugby players breaking free from America’s #1 poverty zip code won a Silver Kinsale Shark, and her world for McDonald’s “International Women’s Day” and ALS Association’s “Good Night” featuring late-stage ALS patients took home Gold, Silver, and Bronze Cannes Lions. She was the first female to direct an ad for Ziploc, which achieved the highest audience ratings in the brand's history. Released in 2023, her feature documentary I’m Not Crazy I’m Sick offers an intimate look into the lives of three families and WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne, all striving for survival against often misunderstood and debilitating chronic illnesses. I’m Not Crazy I’m Sick currently holds the highest rating of any autoimmune disease-based documentary on major streamers and IMDB.