Theresa Avila

I'm an independent podcast producer and journalist with more than a decade of experience working in digital media, both in editorial and branded content roles. Throughout it all, I've maintained a focus on developing shows and writing stories that spotlight women and underrepresented communities.

My recent production work includes being the Lead Producer on the YouTube podcast, The Upload: The Rise of the Creator Economy (hosted by Brittany Luse). As the Lead, I oversaw all things production and creative for a 5-part miniseries focused on YouTube creators and how they monetize and launch businesses.

I have also developed and launched several other podcasts at networks like: DIVE Studios, an entertainment company featuring K-pop talent, and Girlboss, the media company founded by entrepreneur Sophia Amoruso (a.k.a., the original #Girlboss).

I got my M.S. in Journalism from Columbia University and focused my studies on audio/radio.

I'm proud to be first-generation Mexican-American and am passionate about amplifying BIPOC creators in media.

>>Some Podcasts I've Worked On>>

YouTube's The Upload:
https://youtu.be/P_PrJNerCD0

Girlboss Radio with Sophia Amoruso
playpodca.st/girlboss

The Suga with Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph
https://classic.stitcher.com/podcast/stitcher/the-suga

In Progress with Aurora James
playpodca.st/inprogress

Commit Or Quit with Eric Nam
https://www.divestudios.io/shows/commit-or-quit