Paul Daugherty

Paul Daugherty is a Teaching Associate Professor in the College of Media, Communication and Information at the University of Colorado Boulder. With a career spanning over 30 years in television and documentary filmmaking, he is an Emmy-winning public affairs producer known for his impactful storytelling. Daugherty began his journey in television engineering and transitioned into production and direction, primarily with Rocky Mountain PBS in Denver.As an independent documentarian, he has produced notable works such as Jump Steak, which explores the issues surrounding the human consumption of kangaroos, and Zookeeper Journal, a series focused on animal husbandry filmed across multiple continents. His educational contributions include producing Space Class, an educational series sponsored by the Space Foundation, and collaborating with NASA on Project Pisces.At CU Boulder, Daugherty teaches courses that equip students with practical skills in video production, including "A Blueprint for Success – Your Video Pre-Production," "Bring Your Story to Life – Video Post-Production," and "Ready to Roll – The Video Production Process." He also serves as the faculty adviser for the award-winning student-produced series CU Science Update. His dedication to teaching has earned him multiple accolades, including the Pyle Teaching Award.Daugherty holds a master’s degree from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at CU Boulder, where he continues to inspire students through his extensive real-world experience and commitment to excellence in media production.