Meet the Staff
Nathan Glenny
Executive Director
Nathan Glenny is a media professional and community television leader who has served as Executive Director of Fitchburg Access Television (FATV) since 2019. A lifelong resident of North Central Massachusetts, Nate began his broadcast journey right here at FATV as a student volunteer. From editing his senior class video while attending Fitchburg High School to volunteering on studio and sports production crews, FATV provided the foundation for what would become a lifelong career in broadcasting.
With nearly two decades of experience in television production and network broadcasting, including sports and news coverage for major outlets such as ESPN, FOX, CBS, and WCVB, Nate brings extensive industry knowledge to FATV while remaining deeply committed to the power of community media. During his time with FATV, he has focused on expanding local media access, supporting community storytelling, and modernizing public, educational and government (PEG) media services in Fitchburg.
Under Nate’s leadership, FATV relocated its operations to downtown Fitchburg, increasing the organization’s visibility and accessibility while strengthening community engagement. He continues to guide FATV’s mission of providing local news, government coverage, and opportunities for community members to share their stories and connect with one another.
In his spare time, Nate enjoys spending time with family and friends and soaking in the New England lake life.
Travis Falk
Operations Manager
Travis oversees the day-to-day technical operations of FATV. He is the Mobile Production Truck 'guru', monitors online streaming and all things technical. His introduction to FATV came in 2005 as a student in Mark Rocheleau's video production class at Sizer Charter School. When the class ended, Travis stayed involved at FATV by volunteering on numerous productions including football, hockey, parades, and various studio shows. In 2009 he was hired as Media Archivist, transferring VHS tapes to DVD and entering the information into the archive database. From there, Travis was promoted to Production Technician, and now serves as FATV’s Operations Manager, where he continues to keep FATV’s technical facilities in tip-top shape.
Ellen Daoust
Director of Community Media
Have a question about membership, classes or how to get involved with FATV? Ask Ellen!
Ellen has worked in the intersection of media production, community engagement and education for over a decade. She has FATV to thank for kick-starting her career in media production back in 2011. It was at FATV where she learned to set up a tripod, use a camera and edit video. Before joining FATV, she was the Associate Director of Education at Cambridge Community Television and previously worked as a Senior Multimedia Developer at the Museum of Science in Boston.
She holds a BA in Government and Spanish from Smith College, an MS in Applied Communications from Fitchburg State University and a Graduate Certificate in Digital Video from Northeastern University.
In her free time, she enjoys watering her houseplants, practicing yoga and spending time with her family.
Daniel Beaulac
Production Specialist
Daniel is a full-time Production Specialist at FATV, having first joined the FATV staff in May 2021. Born and raised in Fitchburg, his first experience with FATV came when he stumbled across an FHS football game as a young boy. From there, he became a regular viewer of FATV’s sports coverage.
Daniel was already a familiar face to FATV after first volunteering in 2010 as a fill-in on a Monty Tech football game. Since 2015, he has been a regular on FATV’s sports coverage, a role he continues with since joining the FATV staff, along with video editing, website coordination, and directing many of the government meetings in the City of Fitchburg.
In addition to his contributions to FATV, Daniel has over 15 years of experience announcing local sporting events, having called over 650 games in ten different sports. During his time as a student at Fitchburg State University, he contributed on-air and behind the scenes at the Falcon Sports Network, earning the Contributor Award from the Athletic Department in 2016. Thanks to a recommendation from FATV Executive Director Scott May, Daniel began working with WPKZ in Fitchburg in January 2016, where he contributes as a board operator and co-host multiple times a week, while also getting the opportunity to call games all over the region and state. His most notable broadcasts include seven State Championship ice hockey games from the TD Garden, multiple State Championship tackle and flag football games from Gillette Stadium, a Thanksgiving football game from Fenway Park, and broadcasting the Fitchburg State Falcons winning the MASCAC Ice Hockey Championship in 2018 and 2025 (those last two were broadcast right here on FATV!)
Daniel graduated from Monty Tech with a certification in Information Technology, along with earning both a Bachelor's and Master’s Degree in Computer Science (along with a Minor in Theater) from Fitchburg State University. He currently lives in Fitchburg, and his hobbies include listening to music (mainly metal, rock, and new wave), watching sports (from the well-known to the obscure), and learning new things.
Joshua Cronin
Civic News Journalist
Joshua is a Civic News Journalist with a passion for connecting people through stories that matter. His work with North Central News highlights local government, cultural events, and community traditions, bringing attention to both the big decisions at City Hall and the everyday moments that bring neighbors together.
Joshua first discovered his love for media in high school, where he joined his school’s news program and created new segments like What's Cookin', where he would cook weekly recipes from home, and the Week in Review segment, which culminated stories from inside classrooms around the district. Graduating from Fitchburg State University in 2026, he studied Communications Media with a concentration in Film and Video with a minor in Political Science. During his time at the university, Joshua joined the school’s newspaper, The Point, and had the opportunity to help shape the creation of North Central News.
Beyond reporting, Joshua has organized events on campus that spark conversation between students, leaders, and residents. His commitment to both storytelling and public service drives his work, whether covering a budget meeting, a cultural festival, or a local sports tradition.
In his spare time, Joshua enjoys snowboarding, diving into history, and trying new restaurants at the recommendation of FATV’s Executive Director Nathan Glenny.
Michael Burns
Civic News Journalist
Michael joined FATV in June of 2026 as a Civic News Journalist. A graduate of Fitchburg State University, he studied History and Political Journalism, developing a passion for local government and community storytelling.
During his time at Fitchburg State, Michael served as Student Government President and Managing Editor of The Point for two years, helping lead the university's student newspaper and civic engagement. His reporting and writing have also appeared in the Harvard Press, the Sentinel & Enterprise, and other academic and regional publications.
At FATV, Michael focuses on covering the issues, events, and decisions that impact the community. When he's not reporting, you may find him running along the roads of Fitchburg or exploring local history.
Isaiah Manuel
Production Assistant
Isaiah is a 2025 graduate of Fitchburg State University who majored in Communications with a concentration in Film & Video Production. During his sophomore year of college, he was introduced to the world of television broadcasting while helping produce an episode of The State of Race for GBH, and immediately knew this was what he wanted to pursue as a career. Several months later, Isaiah was introduced to FATV while taking the Multi-Camera Television Production class at FSU.
Isaiah frequently volunteered at FATV during the Fall 2023 school semester, helping with events such as political debates, studio shows, and sports events before being hired as a Production Assistant in January 2024. Isaiah’s favorite assignments for FATV include camera operation as well as directing broadcast programs.
Aside from FATV, Isaiah has worked on numerous student film projects in roles ranging from boom operator to video editor. In his free time, he enjoys avidly supporting the Boston Celtics, San Francisco 49ers, and pursuing his hobby of photographing and recording video of trains, which is what first led him to pick up a camera many years ago.
Henry Christiansen
Production Assistant
Henry is a 2025 graduate at Fitchburg State University who majored in Communications with a concentration in Film & Video. During his senior year he was introduced to the world of broadcasting by taking the Multi-Cam class at Fitchburg State University, where he was able to assist with a number of productions.
Henry joined FATV as a Production Assistant in January 2025. He continues to gain new skillsets by learning how to direct legislative meetings and studio shows, and shooting high school sports.
Aside from FATV, Henry has worked on many student film projects in roles ranging from screenwriter to cinematographer. In his free time, he actively pursues his photography business by going to sporting events and concerts. His hobbies include playing golf and making short form documentaries.
Jack Febbrile
Production Assistant
Jack is currently a student majoring in Film/Video Production at Fitchburg State University. He aspires to become a cinematographer or director in film. He acquired a taste for it in directing a student-led episode during the 2024 Multi Camera Production course. His hard work allowed him to join FATV as a Production Assistant in 2025. Since coming on board, Jack has learned to record local football and hockey games, graduations, and parades, while even flexing his skills in editing on the side. He’s excited for more filming opportunities to come.
You’re more than likely to find Jack drawing with any utensil and scrap of paper he can find. Someday, he hopes to adapt his characters to the big screen. His biggest dream is to make stories that connect to the audience and live on in fan creations.
