Tahlia Edgar-Chalker

Multimedia Producer, Video Journalist

Tahlia Edgar-Chalker is a New York–based filmmaker and producer whose work spans video journalism, social video, and advocacy storytelling.

She currently works as a Video Producer at the Human Rights Foundation, where she leads video projects across international events, digital series, podcasts, and social media. She works closely with activists, dissidents, and reporters to tell stories about democracy movements, authoritarianism, and human rights worldwide. Her work includes story development, production, filming, editing, and distribution.

Tahlia graduated cum laude from Tulane University with degrees in Digital Media Production and International Development. While at Tulane, she produced and directed award-winning short films exploring the role of storytelling in driving social awareness and change.

Her films and campaigns have received recognition from the Anthem Awards, New York Movie Awards, and IndieX Film Fest. Videos she has produced have also been featured in United Nations communications and used by organizations and advocates around the world in support of human rights initiatives.

Across her work, Tahlia is drawn to stories that help audiences better understand people, places, and issues they might not otherwise encounter, and to the ways film can deepen empathy, curiosity, and public engagement.