About

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Santana Coleman is an award-winning filmmaker, educator, and advocate for social justice storytelling. As the co-producer of When Claude Got Shot—winner of the 2022 Emmy for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking—Santana crafts narratives that explore identity, systemic inequities, and resilience. Her work is a testament to the power of storytelling to spark conversations and drive meaningful change.

Santana brings a deep passion for community engagement and strategic partnerships to her work, amplifying voices and driving change through impactful storytelling. She served as the impact producer for When Claude Got Shot and Tribal Strands, a documentary highlighting the movement to end hair discrimination and celebrating the social power of Black hair. Her dedication to connecting stories with audiences and fostering dialogue has been integral to the success of her projects.

Currently, Santana is directing and producing a documentary series for Everytown for Gun Safety, showcasing how community violence intervention organizations across the U.S. are reducing gun violence and empowering communities. She also field-produced the award-winning documentary Two American Families, a 33-year-long docu-series chronicling the struggles of Milwaukee families amid economic challenges.

Her collaborative approach shines through her two series currently in pre-production, Black Girl Training and Camp Inner Child. Both of which explore identity and foster inner growth through unconventional methods. Through her films, educational efforts, and impact-driven initiatives, she continues to inspire reflection, foster connections, and amplify underrepresented voices.