About

Hello! I'm Cassie, the founder and creative force behind Pika Films. My journey into the world of storytelling began on a Welsh pony farm in western Washington State. I grew up surrounded by nature's beauty and embedded within the seasonal rhythms of life on a farm. During our long, rainy winters, I developed a deep love for stories. Family lore has me carrying my favorite books with me everywhere, even as a toddler.

My early years were also filled with music. I remember falling asleep to the sounds of Rodgers and Hammerstein floating up the stairs as my father lulled us to sleep on our old, upright piano. I played the violin through my first year in college where I realized that my passion for playing the violin wasn’t strong enough to carry me through the rigorous hours of practice required to become the kind of musician I admired. I pivoted to explore other paths, including dance, photography, and the Spanish language, including a life-changing stay of several months in Morelia, Michoacan, Mexico. 

I graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in English Composition and then went on to the Evergreen State College, where I earned a degree in Secondary Education, a combination that prepared me well for a career in technical education and writing.

For almost 30 years I dedicated myself to the field of technical and marketing communications, working in high-tech manufacturing industries, such as digital automotive and weather instrumentation, bar code hardware and software, semi-conductor test and manufacturing, and fluorescent microscopy. These experiences honed my skills in conveying complex ideas clearly and effectively, a foundation that now enriches my stories and films.

As an adult, I’ve always enjoyed capturing images on my various cameras, first on film and then in pixels. Several years ago I took an introduction to digital media course and, after creating my first video, I was hooked. The combination of imagery and narrative resonated deeply within me, eventually leading me to start my own business, Pika Communications LLC. Today I channel my lifelong love of beautiful images, sounds, and stories into Pika Films, where client stories meet up with my passion for videography and together we create remarkable films.

Thank you for visiting my page and learning more about my journey. I look forward to working with you to create stories that shine a light on what makes you and your journey unique.