About - An Extraordinary Place

WMPG is a non profit radio station broadcasting from the University of Southern Maine in Portland.

An Extraordinary Place takes viewers on a remarkable journey through the lives of the students and community members who volunteer at the radio station. It highlights their passion for community and music.

“The film itself is a rollicking 30-minute production that showcases the people behind the microphone, taking viewers into the heart of the station and its community-first ethos. It is, by turns, laugh-out-loud funny and touchingly poignant,” writes Frank Gallagher, a Project Specialist in the Office of Student Affairs at the University of Southern Maine.

Meet Our Team

Tom Bell, Director

A former journalist (Portland Press Herald and the Anchorage Daily News, Tom Bell works with clients and the production team to create short films that deliver an emotional impact and move people to take action. Tom is currently the Communications Director at the Greater Portland Council of Governments.

Roger McCord, Cinematographer

Roger has had a wide-ranging career in journalism, spanning the gamut from writing/reporting to daily news photography. He’s best known for his Chasing Maine documentaries for the Maine Monitor.

Henry Riley, Cinematographer

Known for his dynamic short narrative films, Henry Riley has been creating cinematic visuals for brands and organizations in Maine for years. He’s a commercial drone pilot with FAA-107 certification.

Annella Linton, Producer

Annella graduated in Video Production and is the Development Director at WMPG. Annella hosts the Morning Beat, A music show on Wednesday mornings on WMPG