THE CHERYL HAUSER EFFECT

THE FILM MAKERS

PRODUCER/CO-DIRECTOR
Wendy is a certified end-of-life doula (INELDA, NEDA) and one of the founding members of the Minnesota Death Collaborative. She has supported clients in Minnesota and Wisconsin, worked alongside her mother through VSED, and brings decades of experience as a video and film producer in corporate and advertising settings. Wendy regularly speaks nationally on end-of-life care, VSED, and compassionate guidance, blending professional expertise with deeply personal insight. Learn more at mychemin.com.

CO-DIRECTOR
Sarah is a certified birth doula, entrepreneur, community connector — and Cheryl’s daughter. She founded Blooma, a pioneering pre- and postnatal yoga and education studio, and has been recognized with multiple awards for her leadership in childbirth education. Her expertise in guiding families through life’s most transformative moments brings depth and compassion to her work co-directing The Cheryl Hauser Effect.

STORY PRODUCER
Writer, documentary filmmaker, journalist — and lifelong storyteller. Lindsey Seavert is an Emmy, Edward R. Murrow, and Alfred I. duPont award-winning filmmaker driven to bring untold stories to light. After two decades as a broadcast journalist, she launched her production company, Seavert Studios, following her acclaimed documentary Love Them First. Her work centers on purpose-driven storytelling and the power of film to inspire change. Learn more at seavertstudios.com.

SENOR EDITOR
With decades of experience across corporate, nonprofit, and documentary film, award-winning editor Renny McCauley brings precision, creativity, and heart to every project. Known for his ability to shape vast amounts of footage into laser-sharp, emotionally resonant narratives, his work has screened at major festivals worldwide and aired on PBS, Netflix, and Amazon Prime. His credits include Peace Officer (SXSW Jury & Audience Awards), Stumped (Cleveland International Film Festival winner), and The Insufferable Groo (Doc NYC, Sheffield Doc/Fest). Renny has collaborated with clients including Goodwill, Dell, Yeti, and Mayo Clinic—valued for his ability to craft stories that engage, inform, and inspire. Learn more at rennymccauley.com.

CINEMATOGRAPHER
Nelson Hill brings a gentle, intuitive touch to The Cheryl Hauser Effect, capturing moments of raw emotion and skillfully directing Cheryl even from behind the camera. His experience spans set design and cinematography on Lost in the Manor and Golden Era to commercial, family, and lifestyle photography—always balancing artistry with warmth. Nelson’s ability to hold a scene, honor authentic emotion, and guide on-camera presence makes him an essential collaborator in telling Cheryl’s story with care and depth. Learn more at nelsonhillphotography.com.

THE CHERYL HAUSER EFFECT

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