Crystal J. Hollis

Blending Creativity
With Technical Skill

I'm Crystal Hollis, an Archivist, Multimedia Producer, Business Owner, and aspiring Data Scientist. Born in in Kenner, Louisiana, I now reside in in Dallas, Texas. In 2013, I earned a B.A. in Radio, TV, and Film with a minor in Management and a certificate in Media Management from the University of North Texas (UNT). In 2015, I completed an M.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies, concentrating in Interactive, Virtual, and Digital Communication.

Today, I am pursuing a Python Developer Certificate and will return to UNT to further my studies in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. I’m passionate about leveraging AI and Data Science tools to create impactful, data-driven solutions that address real-world challenges.

Domain Knowledge

• Digital Content Creation. I produce, edit, and publish videos, photography, graphic design, and interactive digital media. I combine creativity with data analysis to visualize and tell important, data-driven stories that connect historical context to modern challenges. I specialize in simplifying complex, technical concepts for non-technical audiences.


• Archival Preservation. I practice responsible stewardship of digital media files through media curation and data management. My expertise includes cataloging, transferring, converting, and organizing media files, as well as entering metadata for efficient retrieval. I often take an investigative approach to searching for media assets, managing unstructured directories, identifying storage needs, and understanding the lifecycle of collections. I combine programming, data analysis, and AI tools to improve and automate archival practices, ensuring accessibility and preservation.


• AI and Data Science. I am actively studying Python, R, Data Science, Machine Learning, and Data Visualization. I focus on automating processes and deploying valuable machine learning models, with an emphasis on ethical AI development. I integrate GIS and Health Data Science with Machine Learning to address public health, environmental issues, and challenges facing marginalized communities.

My interdisciplinary expertise in Machine Learning, Health Data Science, GIS, Archival Preservation, and Multimedia Production gives me a unique perspective. I constantly ask: How do technology and business decisions impact our communities, public health, and the environment? What stories can datasets reveal, and how can we preserve the integrity of our past while shaping a better future?

I’m passionate about continuous learning, creative problem-solving, and applying technology to tackle complex problems. Let’s work together to create impactful solutions and make the world a better place, one project at a time.