At Opalite Media, we believe that people have diverse and important messages to share. In a fast-moving world, we understand the impact of stories that make a human connection. Our mission is to produce authentic and captivating media that inspires action. Founded by siblings Ray and Nicole Ward, we serve as a creative partner to innovative organizations and public figures.

About Opalite

At Opalite Media, we believe that people have diverse and important messages to share. In a fast-moving world, we understand the impact of stories that make a human connection. Our mission is to produce authentic and captivating media that inspires action. Founded by siblings Ray and Nicole Ward, we serve as a creative partner to innovative organizations and public figures.

Ray Ward – Partner

Ray is a Co-Founder of Opalite Media, serving as a Lead Director. He developed a passion for digital media as an editor and composer. He also has experience in public policy research and management. He enjoys good music, basketball trade rumors, and days spent by a pond.

He holds a B.A. from Wesleyan University and a M.Ed from Harvard University.

Nicole Ward – Partner

Nicole is a Co-Founder of Opalite Media and serves as the Director of Photography. As a dancer, yoga practitioner, and explorer of visual arts, Nicole developed an eye for movement, aesthetic, rhythm, and craftsmanship. She applies a hands-on approach to lighting, composition, storytelling, editing, image correction, and video effects.

 She studied Video Production and Documentary Film at the University of Pennsylvania.

Danielle Kim – Partner

Danielle joins Opalite Media with extensive experience in communications, marketing, and public policy. She has managed expansion efforts for several non-profit organizations, as well as political campaigns at state and national levels. She is active in areas of gender parity, progressive leadership, and public service. She enjoys strategically hopping between fitness studios and playing with her two cats.

She holds a B.A. from Smith College and a M.Ed from Harvard University.

Ray Ward
Partner

Ray is a Co-Founder of Opalite Media, serving as a Lead Director. He developed a passion for digital media as an editor and composer. He also has experience in public policy research and management. He enjoys good music, basketball trade rumors, and days spent by a pond.

He holds a B.A. from Wesleyan University and a M.Ed from Harvard University.

Nicole Ward
Partner

Nicole is a Co-founder of Opalite Media and serves as the Director of Photography. As a dancer, yoga practitioner, and explorer of visual arts, Nicole developed an eye for movement, aesthetic, rhythm, and craftsmanship. She applies a hands-on approach to lighting, composition, storytelling, editing, image correction, and video effects.

She studied Video Production and Documentary Film at the University of Pennsylvania.

Danielle Kim
Partner

Danielle joins Opalite Media with extensive experience in communications, marketing, and public policy. She has managed expansion efforts for several non-profit organizations, as well as political campaigns at state and national levels. She is active in areas of gender parity, progressive leadership, and public service. She enjoys strategically hopping between fitness studios and playing with her two cats.

She holds a B.A. from Smith College and a M.Ed from Harvard University.