Sandy Marshall is a producer, writer, and science communicator with expertise in digital media, content strategy, business development, entertainment, partnerships, and creative leadership.
Science Communication: Sandy serves as Strategic Communications Lead at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) for NASA’s Deep Space Network and missions to explore our solar system. He co-created, wrote, and executive produced the acclaimed REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids.
Film, Television, & Comedy: On-camera credits include Ron Howard’s The Dilemma, Odd Squad (PBS), and Still Hungry (Comedy Central). A longtime Director & Faculty Member at The Second City, he also wrote for Cards Against Humanity and co-founded the comedy ensemble Schadenfreude.
Business Development & Consulting: Sandy served as Vice President at Second City Works, the B2B arm of the legendary comedy theater. He’s advised dozens of Fortune 500 companies, helping teams lead through change and connect through content. Past clients include including Morgan Stanley, GE, AbbVie, RBC, PwC, and Verizon.
Writing, Media, & Speaking: Sandy wrote the syndicated business column Workish for the Financial Post. Speaking and media appearances span NASA and Apollo legacy events, Fast Company, Axios, SXSW, CBC News, Banff World Media Festival, the Digital Media Summit, ASTC, and NXNE.
Recognition & Affiliations: A two-time two-time recipient of JPL’s Voyager Award, Emmy nominee, and SAG-AFTRA member, Sandy holds a B.A. in History from Drake University, where he served on the Board of Trustees.