Testimonials

‘I had the utmost pleasure of collaborating with Lee at Taproot Media to create videos that beautifully shared the story of a father that will provide inspiration and hope to others, as well as videos that share the heart of a profession that is often misunderstood.  Lee is incredibly collaborative and is truly dedicated to making your vision and the message you are wanting to share come to life in the most profound and beautiful way possible. Collaborating with Lee to create these videos was one of the major highlights of my career and I will be forever grateful.’ 

-Monica Montury, LCSW Child Welfare Workforce Development Manager, Northern Academy

‘Lee’s deep compassion and skill in capturing the voices of lived experiences create a powerful and emotionally resonant family story that highlights both the pain and perseverance of navigating the child welfare system while shining a light on the vital lessons for fostering a kin-first culture. Working with Lee’s level of professional excellence and commitment to collaboration was a wonderful experience.’

-RaQuel Neal, Child Welfare Specialist UC Davis

‘Taproot Media played a pivotal role in co-creating our digital family stories, transforming deeply personal and emotional experiences into powerful narratives. Lee, the owner and producer, demonstrated unparalleled compassion, innovation, and thoughtfulness throughout the entire process. Working closely with participants who bravely shared some of the most painful moments of their lives, Lee created a safe and supportive environment that honored their experiences with dignity and respect.

Lee’s ability to weave storytelling artistry with sensitivity has left a lasting impact on our community. Their work not only amplified the voices of those with lived experience but also inspired meaningful connection and understanding. We couldn’t be more grateful for their partnership and highly recommend Taproot Media to anyone seeking to tell their story with heart and authenticity.’

-Dawne Lynch, Program Specialist UC Davis

“Working with Lee was a truly wonderful experience. For many of us who had very little experience with being interviewed on camera or the experience of creating media, Lee was patient, creative, and helpful. She took the time to immerse herself in our community and understand with the unique work we do, to be able to capture and create a video that feels authentic, beautiful, and heartfelt. Every step of the process was extremely collaborative and supportive. Our community is so grateful to have this video that showcases the important work we are doing in our local community.”

- Jessica Carroll, Program Director of Positive Images

“Lee has a deep dedication to utilizing her creativity and skill towards emboldening the work of those dedicated to creating a new paradigm. In our work, she was organized, helping me to focus on the strategy of ‘what and why’, and created a comfortable and relaxed environment where stories and inspiration seamlessly flowed. It’s easy to see how her natural curiosity, adaptability and confidence support her in being both ‘collaborator’ and ‘media-creator’, where one can be sure that their unique message will sing! I look forward to our next creation together.

- Kerry Brady, Founder and Director of Ecology of Awakening

“Lee is skilled not just at the technical aspects of filming and editing, but also at helping her clients understand the best way to convey their story and the impact of their program. She helped us translate our work to the screen in a way that connects viewers to the heart of our work. It has been a pleasure to work with her!”

-Deborah Ramelli, Communications Director of Ceres Community Project

"I’ve worked with many film crews over the years and I have found that my best work is done when I feel relaxed and inspired. I find Lee always gets the best out of her subjects by facilitating a comfortable and magical space for the world to shine during her filming sessions. She always gets the best out me!  The editing process is always smooth and the final product high-quality and powerful. Thank you Lee for all the amazing work you’ve done with us! Can’t wait for the next project!”

- Erik Ohlsen, Executive Director of the Permaculture Skills Center