Natalie Ruiz-Pérez is a journalist, associate producer, and digital storyteller based in Jersey City, New Jersey, specializing in documentary and nonfiction content. She has collaborated with leading media organizations including A+E Global Media, Showtime Networks, Smithsonian Channel, and Vox Media, bringing diverse and impactful stories to life. Natalie holds a Master’s degree from Columbia Journalism School and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Film-Video and Biology from Penn State University. Her work sits at the intersection of storytelling, project management, and culture, with a strong focus on visual media. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, she brings a global perspective and a deep commitment to authentic, inclusive narratives in every project she leads.