Erin McIntyre is an Emmy- and Webby-winning documentary filmmaker, digital media producer, and educator with over a decade of experience in public broadcasting and independent film. She founded the Digital Studios department at The WNET Group, the nation’s largest PBS affiliate, where she led innovative, audience-first storytelling across platforms including YouTube, Meta, and PBS.org. Her projects have tackled topics such as equity, climate, the arts, and civic engagement, and she has collaborated with organizations such as The Guggenheim, The United Nations, Bloomberg, Condé Nast, and The New York Public Library.

Beyond her public media work, Erin produces independent short and feature-length films that have screened at festivals and reached audiences worldwide. Her work has also been honored by the GLAAD Media Awards, underscoring her commitment to inclusive, socially relevant storytelling that amplifies underrepresented voices.

She holds a Master of Arts in Documentary Filmmaking from The New School, where she explored the intersection of narrative craft and emerging technology.

A.B. Franklin & Marshall College
M.S. Boston University
M.Litt Drew University
D.Litt Drew University

Professor Bob Mann is the founder and Chair of the Communication and Media Studies Department at Caldwell University. He is also the host of the monthly podcast “Hot Media with Bob Mann.” The podcast series, about journalism and entertainment, can be heard on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and most major platforms. Throughout most of his career as an educator, Mann has also been a professional broadcaster. At Caldwell. Mann served six consecutive terms as President of the Faculty Council. He has been honored with the Caldwell Cup (2014) and the Excellence in Teaching Award (2023). The courses he teaches include Broadcast Journalism, Radio Broadcasting and Podcasting, Media & Society and Sports Media. His wife, Cathy, teaches in Caldwell’s Education Department. His son Chris hosts the online game show “The Movie Quiz.” Bob’s interests include travel, movies, boogie boarding, Yankee baseball and spending time with his grandchildren Desmond and Clara. He also plays golf, but he isn’t that good. Bob was born and raised in Brooklyn and currently lives in Bergen County NJ.

Teaches Effective Speech (Public Speaking) since 2016 at Caldwell University
Has also taught English Composition I & II, Remedial reading and writing, Intro to Cinema, Intro to Theatre, College Success, Critical Thinking and Media and Society.
Educated at Montclair State University, the Globe Theatre (London UK)
Experienced Tutor in College writing. Familiar with MLA and APA styles.
Professional experience in regional theatre (Whole Theatre, Paper Mill Playhouse)
Film lecture series at he Montclair Public Library
Has established strong educational connections with undergrad students, especially international students
Possesses infinite patience
Avid participant in campus events