UA Little Rock welcomes university television director Brant Collins

January 26 - February 1, 2026

By Mara Crumby

UA Little Rock welcomes television director Brant Collins to the School of Mass Communication on Friday, Jan. 16, marking the start of his role for the spring 2026 semester.

Collins brings more than 20 years of professional experience working in Little Rock and will oversee University Television while teaching courses in non-linear video editing and studio production.

Having lived and worked in the Little Rock community for more than two decades, Collins envisions University Television becoming a valued community partner that highlights the people, programs, and stories that define both the city and the UA Little Rock campus.

“I know there are so many wonderful stories to tell, and UA Little Rock is a big part of that community,” Collins said.

During the spring semester, Collins will assess the current state of University Television and collaborate with campus partners to develop a strategic plan for its future. His goal is to shape the station into a central content hub that tells the stories of UA Little Rock while providing students with hands-on experience that prepares them for careers in the industry.

Collins said he hopes to build students’ skills by emphasizing strong storytelling and maintaining a clear point of view, noting that evolving technologies — from new camera systems to artificial intelligence — are tools that support, rather than replace, effective storytelling.

“I hope we can develop student-led projects that give them real-world experience while also building portfolio work they can be proud of,” Collins said. “Having worked in Little Rock for more than 20 years, I also hope to use my connections to help students secure internships and jobs.”

Collins will help expand hands-on learning opportunities for students while strengthening University Television.  

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1. Brant Collins

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