Fawna Xiao

Fawna Xiao has a diverse work experience spanning different industries and roles. Fawna started their career at Roadtrip Nation as a Roadtripper, where they conducted interviews with passionate individuals in New Zealand. Fawna then worked at Studio Gallery as an Executive Director, managing a roster of artists.

Fawna then joined Discovery Communications, International Division as a Producer/Editor, where they created content for various Discovery sites and brands worldwide. Fawna later joined LOST LAND as a Content Creator & Printmaker.

In 2015, Fawna became a Production Manager at Spellbound Productions II, where they coordinated production for a documentary titled General Magic. Fawna managed all logistics of the film production, including equipment, personnel, and transportation.

Fawna Xiao's experience in production continued at Across the Pond, where they held several roles. Fawna started as a Production Manager in 2017 and later became a Producer & Post-Production Lead. In this role, they managed multiple video productions, liaised with clients and creative teams, and ensured high-quality film deliveries. Fawna was then promoted to Senior Producer & Operations Manager, leading and managing projects with budgets up to $3 million. Currently, they serve as the Head of Production & Operations, overseeing the profitability, efficiency, and overall health of Across the Pond's US office.

Fawna Xiao received their Bachelor's degree in Printmaking from the University of Maryland in 2011. In 2009, they also studied Italian Language and Studio Art at Università degli Studi della Tuscia for a brief period. Additionally, Fawna obtained a certification in Audience Growth from YouTube in June 2014.