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October 1, 2002
The video production was one of 456 entries. The award-winning work tells the story of how Chuck Gill (above right) overcame a paralyzing illness to become one of the top players of the Golden State Road Warriors in the National Wheelchair Basketball Association. The video also highlights Gill's work as a driver for "Meals on Wheels," delivering meals to elderly San Franciscans (below left).
"What is particularly gratifying about this project is to see the enthusiasm with which our students seek out stories about individuals who have made a positive difference in the Bay Area communities in which we live," Compesi said. "Television is frequently criticized for its 'anti-social' content; Joy's story and the other stories produced in the class emphasize 'pro-social' messages, and recognize that the power of television can be put to good use by encouraging community involvement and positive social change." Valera said that producing the video was a hard, yet rewarding, experience. "I not only learned the technicalities of creating a broadcast-standard video, and handling the stress of being a producer, but I also gained important lessons in dealing with different people," she said. "Seeing how Chuck lived his life, his determination in accomplishing his goals, striving hard to be the best that he can be, has inspired me to become a better person. And in getting even just a glimpse into the lives of the elderly people in San Francisco, I realize how blessed I am in life." Assisting Valera with the project were associate producers Naoko Yamamura and Yuen Yan Poon, crew member Marion Valino and sound crew members Gabriel Rife and Christian Franco. "Joy and her crew took a very good subject, and turned it into a sophisticated television feature story through sophisticated video and sound editing," said Compesi. "I'm proud of the quality of work they have achieved and of the recognition this award expresses."
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