About
Dr. Chandra Clark’s work centers on broadcast journalism, multimedia storytelling, and crisis coverage. Her creative scholarship includes a series of award-winning video projects examining the role of broadcast television and radio during major natural disasters, including the April and May 2011 tornadoes in Tuscaloosa and Joplin, Missouri, as well as Hurricane Sandy’s devastation along the East Coast.
Impact Beyond the University
Dr. Clark is deeply committed to learning in action and community-engaged media. She regularly collaborates with nonprofits, businesses, city officials, and community leaders across Central Alabama to help organizations establish credible, effective multimedia presences.
Through hands-on projects, Dr. Clark and her students have assisted more than 40 clients in strengthening their messaging and using traditional and social media to better connect with their communities. Her work bridges professional media practice and public service, demonstrating the real-world impact of strategic storytelling.
A Passion for Experiential Media Education
In the classroom, Dr. Clark emphasizes experiential learning that mirrors professional media environments. She encourages students to take ownership of their storytelling, develop technical and strategic skills, and understand the responsibility that comes with representing communities and organizations.
Dr. Clark’s innovative approach to media education extends beyond the classroom. She was a top three finalist in a national innovation contest and is currently developing an invention designed to help broadcasters expand the reach of their content in new and meaningful ways. Through teaching, creative work and innovation, she prepares students to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving media landscape.