At Makani, l documented field testing in Hawaii and in Norway of flying wind turbine prototypes. I created video and photo assets for or engaging investors, for internal technical review, and for press release.
A long exposure of Makani's energy kite flying at dusk near Waimea, Hawaii
Using two large tug boats to tow Makani's energy kite out to sea at around 5 knots, near Karmøy, Norway
Makani energy kite and ground station at rest near Waimea, Hawaii
Makani team prepares a new kite tether for use, near Waimea, Hawaii
Drone photo of Makani energy kite paying out to full tether extension, near Waimea, Hawaii
Makani energy kite launches off of floating base station in deep water, six miles off of Karmøy, Norway
"Beni" boat transfers Makani team between vessels at sea
Offshore Flight
I contributed drone videography and some post-production to this video announcing the completion of Makani’s first offshore flight.
I worked with four engineer authors and two communications teams to produce a three-part technical report that included five full-length articles, 19 supplementary artifacts, and described more than 13 years of research and development. I was responsible for editing, layout, and curating explainer video content to illustrate the written report.
I was the communications lead on a two-month project to reimagine safety culture at Makani. I met weekly with company leadership and the EHS Manager, designed presentation slides, and created a sticker graphic, for an audience of FTEs and regular contractors.
