63° Mostly CloudyHilary Andrews
Production Assistant
Hilary Andrews has worked for KPBS since 2009 as a student producer and call screener for "Midday Edition," a production assistant for San Diego Week, and a newsroom assistant.
Hilary currently attends San Diego State University where she is pursuing Bachelor of Science in zoology and TV & film production. She hopes to eventually earn a PhD in ecology and go on to make wildlife documentaries as a video journalist and field researcher.
Hilary is a San Diego native and alumni of Patrick Henry High School. She is currently a member of the academic honor societies Golden Key International, Phi Kappa Phi, and Phi Eta Sigma.
Outside of work, Hilary enjoys going out on bat surveys throughout Southern California with the San Diego Natural History Museum, photography, taxidermy, making short films and documentaries, and riding her vespa.
Recent Stories
Dr. Entomo's Palace Of Exotic Wonders Now Open
TheNAT just opened a new bug exhibit called Dr. Entomo's Palace of Exotic Wonders and it may not be what you expect to find in a museum setting. I'll take you up close and personal with some creepy crawlers. Watch the video.
Behind The Scenes At The Nat
Most people have been to a museum to marvel at fossils and diorama. But not many people get a backstage tour to see the work that goes on behind the scenes. KPBS arts reporter Beth Accomando talks with one of the curators at the San Diego Natural History Museum about the work we don't see. Check out the video.
Step Into Spring Gardening By Starting Seeds
Spring gardening tips from garden expert Nan Sterman, followed by a live chat at 1 p.m.
Behind The Scenes: 'Moby-Dick'
The opera "Moby Dick" kicks off it's west coast premiere on February 18. I went backstage to talk with UCSD and Sledgehammer alumni Robert Brill to find out how one brings a whaling ship into the San Diego Civic Theater.
Video: Behind The Scenes At 'Salome'
Babes, boobs, and blood are not what you normally expect to find at the opera but you'll find all three at the San Diego Opera's production of "Salome" (opening tonight and playing January 31, February 3 and 4 at the Civic Theater).
Entertainment News: San Diego Filmmakers Head to Sundance
Today, 2 films with San Diego ties will have world premieres at the Sundance Film Festival. I met with two of the filmmakers before they left for Park City, Utah.
What Can Riders Do To Stay Safe On Two Wheels?
As gas prices rise, more people are turning to motorcycles and scooters as an economical mode of transportation.
Cellphone Adventure Brings San Diego History To Life
In an effort to give visitors a new way to see the park, the Balboa Park Online Collaborative created the Giskin Anomaly - a cellphone adventure that's part scavenger hunt, part walking tour. We'll talk about the game, a new contest designed especially for Steampunk lovers, and other ways technology is being utilized in the park.
Where Do Your Representatives Stand On Pot?
Elected officials in San Diego are either opposed to Proposition 19 or don’t want to make their position public, according to the results of a KPBS survey. Find out where they stand.
What Are Your City Leaders Making?
Months ahead of state efforts to post municipal employee’s salaries online, KPBS has gathered salary data for the mayors, city managers and City Council members of all 18 cities in San Diego County.
