feel it

in post

H.M. Radcliff’s sound and motion spotlight

a letter from the editor

Post production, whether in motion or audio, is where craftsmen get to explore creative solutions, and enhance the original vision. It’s taking source material and turning it into something that makes people feel. It’s not just about fixing.

I’m Hannah “H.M.” Radcliff, owner and creative lead at Packhowl Media. I wear a lot of hats—director, editor, sound designer, 3D artist, colorist—not because I have to, but because I love the process from every angle.

The boldest choices are simple, and the biggest moments are the small ones. Below are a few of my favorites.

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Showcase: Alienware 27 360Hz
QD-OLED Gaming Monitor

The Story

I was invited to direct a product video for a new Alienware gaming monitor. The concept was "Alter Ego," showcasing the contrast between daytime whimsy and nighttime "seamless speed." We utilized a motion control system from SISU Cinema Robotics, which enabled us to program precise camera movements. By adjusting set pieces, wardrobe, and lighting, we told the story of two distinct alter egos, seamlessly blending them using split-screen techniques combined with precise moving shots. The spot was successfully filmed in a single day.

Roles: Director, editor, visual effects artist, sound designer, and colorist.

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Title card with text that reads "The Madness of Chartrulean" in white uppercase letters on a black background.
Colorful geometric heart logo with laurel wreaths and a 2023 Silver Winner Signal Awards badge on a white background.

Packhowl Media’s award-winning fiction podcast, The Madness of Chartrulean, has been applauded for its performances, sound design, and original score by Sean Renner. Now, the world of Chartrulean is being brought to life with Unreal Engine with cinematics featuring some of the story’s characters and settings.

DAW: Pro Tools, Dolby Atmos, Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya

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Dell Technologies World 2025 logo in blue and white text.

I had the honor of collaborating with an incredible team of creatives on several projects for Dell Technologies World 2025, including the opening animation for the event’s three main keynotes. This five-part piece spanned a canvas over 20,000 pixels wide and played across multiple screens. In addition to providing editorial, I worked with Kip Farrar on the animations.

I also served as technical coordinator and DP for 19 customer stories filmed onsite against two LED screens. These interviews featured backdrops made from a mix of stock imagery and custom environments built in Unreal Engine. Unreal was also used to pre-visualize the interview spaces and welcome center—helping shape the overall experience and providing a clear blueprint for the artists, designers, and technicians on the project.

TOOLS: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Unreal Engine

A man with a backpack at a reception desk speaking to a woman behind the counter, which has a large 'Welcome' sign, in an indoor setting with a cityscape backdrop.
A woman with long wavy hair and yellow-tinted glasses smiling and holding a smartphone. Behind her is a blurred modern office setting with white couches and large windows.
Large indoor conference with many attendees seated and a stage with a band playing, large screens displaying text, and vibrant blue lighting overhead.
An indoor conference room with purple lighting, beige carpet, patterned ceiling, and blue display boards forming a semi-circle. There are beige armchairs arranged in a circle, a flat-screen TV, potted plants, and a white counter.
A recording studio setup with a professional camera on a tripod, a large monitor displaying a room with bookshelves, chairs, and plants, and a backdrop with chairs and plants on a decorative carpeted floor.
Modern office conference room with a long white table and six black chairs, large floor-to-ceiling windows with a city skyline view, and a potted plant in the corner.
A man in a dark suit sitting in front of a camera during an interview or filming session in a modern office with large windows and a city skyline in the background.
Group of six people kneeling in front of a sign that reads "Welcome to Fabulous Dell Technologies World." They are smiling and wearing conference badges.

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It takes a village to create outstanding work. As a producer, editor, and sound designer, it's my privilege and responsibility not only to source the best talent but also to find the most compelling ways to tell a story in an audio-first format.

Audio storytelling offers a unique way to bring larger-than-life characters and narratives to life. My favorite part of the job is amplifying performances by weaving together audio effects, sound design, foley, and music into one cohesive picture.

DAW: Pro Tools

Weapons of choice: Dolby Atmos, iZotope Ozone10 (Low end focus, maximizer), FabFilter (Q3, C, L), SoundToys Effects Rack (Alter Boy, Little Microshift, Crystallizer), Boom Uberloud, LiquidSonics Cinematic Rooms, EW Spaces, Valhalla Room, SoundGhost Texturizer, Oxford Inflator

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Hannah “H.M.” Radcliff (she/her) is a media creator with over 15 years of experience in various areas of independent and commercial video production. She has worked for Dell Blue for more than 7 years as a video editor and commercial director, specializing in visual effects and motion control systems. As Thumbcat Media, her clients have included Dell, Alienware, Toyota, Charles Schwab, Goodwill, Ducati Austin, and numerous small brands in St. Louis and Austin.

In 2020, she pivoted to audio storytelling with Packhowl Media’s award-winning flagship audio drama, The Madness of Chartrulean, where she serves as writer, producer, director, editor, and sound designer.

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packhowl

We’re here to talk about how we can work together on projects great or small. More work samples available upon request.

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