Nancy Schiesari

Nancy Schiesari is a Professor at the University of Texas at Austin in the College of Liberal Arts, where she combines her academic career with her work as a documentary filmmaker and cinematographer. She has over 30 credits as Director of Photography on documentaries and feature films, with work broadcast internationally on networks such as PBS, BBC, and National Geographic.

• Director of Photography on documentaries like Regret to Inform (Academy Award-nominated) and Warrior Marks (winner of the Madrid Festival International De Cine Public’s Award).
• Produced award-winning public service films, including bicycle safety education content and Jan Hughes.
• Recipient of multiple accolades including the Cine Golden Eagle Award and Emmy nomination.

Her research and creative practice focus on documentary filmmaking, visual storytelling, and social justice. She has lectured at UT-Austin for over a decade, mentoring students in cinematic techniques and public service media.

Recent projects include Fort Hood Diaries (2006) and six profiles on influential Texans for the Annett Strauss Institute. Her work spans continents, reflecting a commitment to global narratives and cross-cultural understanding.

Scientific Awards
• Emmy nomination (2002) for The Human Face
• Cine Golden Eagle Award (1994)
• Dean's Fellowship (1997)
• Texas Council for Humanities Grant (1998)
• Texas Film Production Grant (1998)
• Chris Awards (Columbus International Film and Video Festival)
• Silver Apple National Educational Media Award