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Desta Wondirad
destawondirad@gmail.com
I’m Desta Wondirad, a multimedia professional with a passion for storytelling and expertise in audio production, video production, and filmmaking.
As a produced playwright and member of the Dramatists Guild of America, I bring a creative perspective to every project, blending narrative artistry with technical precision.
I’ve managed complex production pipelines for organizations like Bloomberg and the United States Agency for Global Media and currently oversee operations at Podstream Studios in Times Square.
With experience in podcasting, live event production, and filmmaking, I excel at crafting compelling content, managing teams, and delivering high-quality projects on tight deadlines.
Podcast Production.
From concept to execution, I specialize in crafting engaging audio visual experiences. Explore some examples from my portfolio to hear the stories, interviews, and ideas brought to life through precision and creativity.
*Bonus: Play the Bloomberg Crypto episode to hear what I sound like.
Affirmations (A Short Film)
My latest personal project is a short film I wrote and directed that’s currently in submission for several film festivals and that was recently selected as a semi-finalist for the Rhode Island Film Festival.
Starring
Keisha J. as Toya
Danyal Budare as Dan
Written & Directed by
Desta Wondirad
Director of Photography
Jon Gourlay
Synopsis
In a world that has institutionalized "ending" life as a treatment to alleviate pain, a man struggling with grief enlists the help of an "End of Life Assistance Agent" to ease his suffering.
Below are stills from the film as it’s not yet available to view online while submissions are ongoing.
Events
Playwriting
February 14 & 15
Venue
Theatre Oxford
Oxford, Mississippi
As a produced playwright, I create stories that explore diverse perspectives and connect with audiences on a deep level.
This February 14th and 15th, my latest commissioned short play will premiere in Oxford, Mississippi.
If you're in the area, come see the performance and join me for a workshop on character research and writing characters different from yourself—an opportunity to dive into the craft of creating authentic, multidimensional voices for the stage.
