OUR STOry
What started with Calan Mengel in 2021 has turned into an online community; one that talks about their experiences and their love of film and media. Our goal as What Happens Next is to demystify the film and media industry; providing real world experience to students all over the world. Additionally, we provide a space for students and professionals alike to interpret and critique film and media.
We aim to...
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Develop analytical skill sets for writers, readers, and listeners
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Exemplify research of the arts and media to hone in the readers and listeners knowledge base
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Encourage the use of critical thinking to develop strongly supported opinions
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Use the above skills to transfer knowledge into creative works (including scripts, documentaries, narratives, etc.)
OUR crew
Leadership
Griffin Sendek
Co-Owner, Lead Editor, Writer
From Arlington, Virginia and a Duquesne University graduate with a degree in Multiplatform Journalism and Theater Arts, Griffin is a photographer, videographer, writer, and lover of movies. He hopes one day to create award-winning documentaries.
K.J. Griffith
Co-Owner, Podcast Lead, Writer
K.J. Griffith is a professional sound designer with a degree in Cinema Production from Point Park University. She has worked in film, television, and even virtual reality as a sound professional. K.J. continues to freelance in sound post production, while also teaching students all over Los Angeles County.
Featured Writers
CALAN Mengel
Jo Nicikowski
Max McAuley
Guest Writers
