ABOUT US
Artwork by Xee Reiter
HLEE LEE, FOUNDER
Hlee is an experienced multimedia professional dedicated to community storytelling. She’s passionate about utilizing media, programs, and projects to drive civic and creative engagement. She’s an experienced community leader adept at bringing people together to achieve shared goals; leveraging strong organizational and creative skills to build high-performing teams. She’s committed to making a positive impact through collaborative initiatives. As a dedicated community builder, Hlee has experience designing and managing programs that empower youth, support elders, and foster civic engagement. Throughout her career, she has been and continues to be committed to uplifting diverse voices and strengthening local communities.
With over 20 years of experience in media production, Hlee founded the other media group to offer media production and project management services, aiming to provide well-paid freelance opportunities for BIPOC artists and organizers. Central to her work is the belief in the principle of "nothing about us without us," which she actively upholds in all her endeavors.
Her commitment to community-focused narratives was sparked by her positive experiences with programs such as Twin Cities Public Television’s “Don’t Believe The Hype,” ThreeSixty Journalism, and initiatives at In Progress. She recognizes the importance of allowing individuals from non-dominant cultures to share their stories in their own voices and terms.
Apart from being the founder and owner of the other media group, Hlee is also involved as the producer, co-host, and co-creator of the podcast and radio program Counter Stories. In her rare moments of leisure, Hlee enjoys traveling, fishing, camping, and spending quality time with her extensive Hmong family. She currently resides in St. Paul with her husband and their three rescue dogs.
Some of the amazing artists & organizers we’ve worked with:
Adan Torres
Adja Gildersleve
Amy Mester
Bakar Elmi
Bee Vang-Moua
Christina Sayaovong Vang/La Bang Studio Chue Zeng Vang & Spiritfolk
Deu Xiong
DJ Peter
Donald Eubanks
Duachaka Her
Evan Frestedt
Giannina Psoner
Heather C. Lou
Kamryn Darby
Kang Vang
Katherina Vang/Maivab Photography
Kaytee Crawford
Kazua Melissa Vang
Khou Vue
Kipp Bonde
Koobmeej Lee
Leeya Jackson
Leon Wang/Firebird Designs
Linda Kopecky
Malia Lee
Mary Johnson
Mayumi Park
Moria Villiard
Mychal Baston
Nikol Dowls
Pang Foua Xiong
Ricardo Perez
Sagal & Abdirahman Ali
Sagal Sabrie
Thaiphy Phang-Quang
J Lor/Jual Visuals
Tomas Aratti
Tomas Leal/Leal Studios
Tyler Gliem
Victoria Turcois
Xee Reiter
…and more!
Some of the organizations we’ve worked with:
