Bodhi Rader Professional Experiences
Bodhi Rader served as an officer in the United States Air Force for four years, and during this time, he perfected his leadership and analytical skills. Following his military service, he worked as an Energy Industry Analyst at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission FERC, focusing on electric grid cybersecurity and utility compliance. His commitment to sustainability continued as he volunteered as a Sustainability Award Researcher and Evaluator at Katerva, a global innovation platform.
His early exposure to filmmaking came from his parents, who encouraged his creativity by providing him with a Sony video camera and teaching him photography. At 13, he began documenting his mother’s skate dancing performances and produced the documentary titled Life of Art. This experience ignited his passion for visual narrations. Bodhi’s journey into acting was influenced by his background as a public speaker, group fitness instructor, and team leader. These experiences helped him to connect with audiences and bring out emotions.
He began his acting career with commercial roles and independent films, gradually building a diverse portfolio in the industry. Bodhi’s acting credits include roles in television series such as:
- Better Call Saul
- The Equalizer
- Law & Order: Organized Crime
- Dark Winds
He has also appeared in films like Silent Night in Algona, Arable, and Land of Dreams.
Details of Bodhi Rader’s Education Background
Bodhi Rader was born in Lower Saxony, Germany, to Ilse Rader, a retired clinical psychiatrist from the VA Medical Center Hospital in Detroit, and Abbey Rader, a popular drummer raised in the Bronx, New York. Bodhi was raised in a blend of German and American cultures. His family’s relocation to Florida during his youth introduced him to a diverse environment, shaping his worldview. He is fluent in both German and English, and this multicultural upbringing laid the foundation for his versatile career. He earned a Bachelor of Science summa cum laude from the University of Florida. His passion for sustainable development led him to pursue a Master’s in Sustainable Development Engineering at the University of Cambridge, where he focused on renewable energy and environmental engineering.
Bodhi is married to Clare, an artist and performer. Together, they co-founded Mother Son Productions, a company dedicated to creating impactful content. Their collaborative projects include music videos, legacy documentaries, and live art performances. One popular project is Essence of Everything. It is a multimedia live art performance where Clare paints the set and costume, recites random scripts, and plays bamboo flute inspired by the four seasons, while Bodhi handles live video editing and projection.
