Chris MacCini

Chris Maccini is a seasoned producer currently working at NPR on the "How I Built This" series since February 2022, where responsibilities include pitching, researching, editing, and producing episodes. In addition, Chris serves as a Spokane Arts Commissioner, appointed by the Spokane City Council and Mayor to advise on city arts initiatives. Previous experience includes roles as Production Director, Marketing Coordinator, and Literary Producer at Spokane Public Radio, as well as Fiction Editor at Crab Creek Review. Chris also contributed to NPR's Public Radio Incubation Lab, focusing on digital audio discovery prototypes and research. Earlier positions held include Managing Editor and Assistant Managing Editor at Willow Springs Magazine, along with various roles at Seattle Parks and Recreation and The Center for Wooden Boats. Chris earned a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Eastern Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Colgate University.