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14 + year Professional Genealogist specializing in expert Family History Research, DNA Reviews to find your biological relatives, and Dual Citizenship assistance. Currently, we are working with the genealogy TV show "Who Do You Think You Are", and our past portfolio includes working with former producers of this show on multiple international projects. These projects included extensive research in the US, Canada, Ireland, Scotland, England and Europe (including Russia/Ukraine). I am a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists & The International Society of Genetic Genealogy. Let's turn all of your family history research into a My Canvas Photo Book! I look forward to helping you research your family mystery. Ellen Ancestry Sisters

With 700+ podcast episodes produced, I offer full-service podcast and video production that takes your show from raw recording to published, promoted, and growing. Whether you're launching a new podcast, scaling an existing one, or looking to hand off the work so you can focus on what you do best — showing up and recording — I'm built for that. My core services include audio and video editing, thumbnail design, episode titling and descriptions, and publishing to hosting platforms and YouTube. Beyond post-production, I also produce weekly livestreams, manage content repurposing — turning long-form episodes into short-form video, social media posts, and written recaps — and help develop distribution strategies that actually build an audience. On the front end, I can help with concept development, episode scripting, and studio setup to make sure your content is strong before you ever hit record. When you work with me, you're working with me — not a faceless team. I handle every aspect of your production personally, which means I understand your voice, your audience, and your goals inside and out. I use AI tools to assist with writing tasks, but when it comes to editing and selecting short-form clips, I do a full content edit myself. You won't end up with algorithm-picked highlights that miss the mark — every cut is intentional and made by someone who actually watched the episode, and understands you, your voice, and your audience. I pride myself on reliable delivery, clear communication, and a track record of long-term client relationships. If you need a producer who can own the entire process from end to end, let's talk.

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American Studies PhD with teaching, corporate research, and museum curation experience. Specialize in cultural history.

My name is Dylan and I am a professional genealogist, cultural anthropologist, and digital storyteller on social media. I bring over 20 years of dedicated genealogy experience, including more than 10 years of professional practice, backed by a degree in Anthropology and Italian from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am also a Fulbright Scholar, having completed a Fulbright Award (2019-2020) in Hungary specializing in linguistic anthropology. My work focuses on traditional family tree research, cultural heritage discovery, and advanced genetic genealogy. I help individuals uncover their heritage, reconstruct lineages deep into the past, and translate archival documents into meaningful human stories. I also serve as a DNA investigator. I utilize genetic data to break down brick walls, resolve cases of unknown parentage, and help individuals locate and reconnect with their biological families. I have reunited a number of people with their parents and missing family. My primary research expertise is rooted in the American Midwest and South, complemented by international experience across Italy, Germany, and England. As a multilingual researcher with native-level English, near-native fluency in Italian, and high functional fluency in Spanish, Hungarian, and German, I hold a distinct advantage when deciphering localized European records. I am also highly skilled at reading dense, historic documents written in Latin. I possess extensive knowledge and navigation skills across all major family history websites, databases, and digital repositories. In addition to serving private clients, I hold major experience in the legal sector, providing forensic genealogy services for real estate companies to build family trees, track down missing heirs, and solve complex property title puzzles. Beyond archival research, my work also combines academic anthropology and traveling with social media content creation to preserve living history. I regularly document historical sites and conduct video interviews, such as with centenarians and WWII veterans, capturing rare oral histories before they disappear. As an accomplished social media content creator with a large following and millions of views across platforms, I handle the entire creative pipeline myself - from scriptwriting and video editing to professional voice acting. I have a significant background in education as well, having spent years teaching and tutoring history, anthropology, Italian, and English as a Second Language (ESL). I am also an experienced voice actor capable of taking on scripted or improvised roles. Altogether, I have a strong passion for history and preservation.

I hold a Ph.D. in Humanities and I work as a ghost writer and editor. I have ghost written 30+ books in self-help, religion, and history. I have edited 20+ books in religion, self-help, business, and politics. I have also edited 300+ papers in economics, medicine, international relations, law, and humanities. Finally, I have presented at several international conferences and worked in research. My specialty is making non-fiction writing compelling and convincing using narratives and imagery. I guarantee I will bring your work up to par in any subject. I use my 7+ years of consulting experience to ensure that the product I produce along with you will exceed your expectations! My dissertation is on philosophy and I am a subject matter expert in philosophy, especially American pragmatism and epistemology.