Caltech
Full production
Carrying an annual conference far beyond its two days
Campaign
Scripting
Creative Direction
Filming
Editing
Color Grading
Social Media Management
The goal
The Conference for Emerging Black Academics in STEM (CEBAS) at Caltech brings people together around research, representation and the experiences that shape their paths through STEM. Caltech wanted those conversations to reach people beyond the conference, and for CEBAS to look as established online as it feels in person.
What we made
For three years, we’ve filmed the two-day conference and turned it into months of content each year: short-form social pieces, long-form talks, interviews and a documentary-style recap film that share the stories of the CEBAS community and the connections made there. In 2026 we also reimagined and ran CEBAS’s social media for the three months before the conference.
What it did
In our first 60 days managing their social media, followers across platforms grew from about 130 to more than 1,500, giving CEBAS an online presence that matches its professional image and community. CEBAS 2026 drew its highest attendance yet, and Caltech now has a repeatable foundation to build on as the conference grows.
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After
“Their recap films center the stories and experiences of our attendees, capturing the spirit of our scientific community while communicating our mission in a way that feels authentic and compelling.
Together with the reels, short-form content, and recorded research talks, this work has made our community far more engaged and connected, and none of it would have happened without their guidance.
Navik and his team are exceptional creative partners and an absolute joy to work with.”
Aman Eujayl, Social Media Coordinator, CEBAS 2026
Team
Navik Nanubhai · Emi McDonald · Alize Benavides · Edwin Medina · Dreshona Whitmore · Matt Scopa · Oscar Perez · Jack Dunne
