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 REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids, an acclaimed series ranked among Apple Podcasts’ top shows.
Film, Television, & Comedy: His 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 Morgan Stanley, GE, AbbVie, RBC, PwC, and Verizon.
Writing, Media, & Speaking: He wrote the syndicated business column Workish for the Financial Post and co-founded the business event series Ensemble. His speaking and media appearances include NASA and Apollo legacy events, Fast Company, Axios, SXSW, CBC News, Banff World Media Festival, the Digital Media Summit, ASTC, and NXNE.
Recognition & Affiliations: Sandy has earned multiple distinctions at JPL, including two Voyager Awards, and is an Emmy nominee and SAG-AFTRA member. He holds a B.A. in History from Drake University, where he served on the Board of Trustees.