Keith Alholm is a transfer student currently studying film, screenwriting, and creative writing at Central Washington University (CWU). Prior to pursuing an education in film production, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard for more than 24 years. He retired at the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer (E9) in the Public Affairs Specialist Rating.

He is a graduate of the Defense Information School Basic Journalism Course, Editors Course and Intermediate Photography Course. He is also a graduate of the Chief Petty Officer's Academy and Senior Enlisted Leadership Course.