Our Team
Josh Dempsey
Video & Film Teacher, Marietta High School
Josh Dempsey is the Video and Film Teacher at Marietta High School, where he leads one of Georgia’s most recognized student media programs. Under his direction, students have earned multiple state championships in SkillsUSA video competitions, top honors in regional film festivals, and national recognition through Hope Givers, an initiative empowering teens to share authentic stories about mental health and resilience.
Passionate about storytelling and education, Dempsey believes in the power of film to change lives—both for those who create and those who watch. He lives in Marietta with his wife, Megan, and their three children: Wyatt, Brynleigh, and Phineas.
Aisha Davis
Board Member | Hope Givers
Aisha Davis is an award-winning media educator, filmmaker, and founder of AU Listen Media and Eagle Innovators. With over a decade of experience teaching Audio-Video Technology and Film, she empowers students to tell meaningful stories that drive social change. Aisha bridges media, education, and mental wellness, using storytelling as a tool for healing, purpose, and hope. Her work with youth and educators champions creative confidence, authentic intelligence, and the power of voice in every classroom.
Barbara Mitchell is an Audio/Video Technology & Film teacher at Rockdale Career Academy in Rockdale County, Georgia. With 28 years of experience in education, she has taught a wide range of classes, workshops, and camps, always with a passion for helping students discover their potential. Through RCA Studios, she prepares students to be career-ready by providing hands-on learning experiences in media production, teamwork, and communication. Barbara believes that the most rewarding part of teaching is watching students grow into confident, capable young adults who contribute positively to their communities. She values youth voice because students bring creativity, perspective, and innovation to every project—they are not just learning from us; they are shaping the future.
Steven McIntyre— Hall County School District
