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An Emmy award winner, and multiple times nominated, Hands-on, bilingual, senior Creative Director, Executive Producer, motivated, and focused on the basics of filming with strong background and communication skills. Passionate and positive attitude with demonstrated expertise in Latin America market and Latin American culture. A teamwork believer leading the team by example, making them accountable, moving them to common objectives. Experienced leading multi-cultural, global teams of various sizes in both centralized and disperse locations. Established capabilities of Creativity and Production services, budgeting and project management. History of successful projects in Latin America. Extensive involvement in Creative Marketing solutions and advertising including pre and post- production services, implying deep involvement in creative process, resulting in years of experience dealing with Latin America and US Market.

• Senior Producer / Project Manager

Vanessa Castillo and my passion is visual storytelling. Visual storytelling is a fancy term for documenting life in a journalistic way. I tell multimedia stories; through photography and video. Creatively editing stories together that inspire and impact the personal lives of people I’m working with, and those watching. A little fun fact about me is that, I was a competitive all star cheerleader for 15 years. This wasn’t your ordinary high school rah rah cheerleading, this was downright for the big dogs, and we had to know every meaning of the word teamwork. That interactive teamwork propelled me into the team member I am today. Im most excited when im depicting peoples lives and experiences through the journalistic style of visual story-telling, where others feel closer to it. Showing authenticity helps the audience relate to these stories and creates a greater sense of community. I strive to be that top of mind creative, people think of when they want their stories told.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

As a Media Producer, Film Director, and Editor, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. I am driven by creating exciting narratives that attract listeners and provide a lasting impression. As an accomplished cinematographer with a keen eye for interviews, I excel at optimizing locations by carefully balancing lighting and composition. My signature style creates an atmosphere where interviewees feel at ease, resulting in enhanced access and exceptional performances. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of collaborating on various projects across different genres. Notably, I have worked on feature films such as "Lost in the Mountains" (2018), and produced documentaries like "Wild Sounds" (2007) and "The New Story" (2019). During my time at GenTV (Channel 8, Miami), I held a leadership role in the promotions department and served as the Editor for the reality show "Letter and Music" (Telemundo-NBC). Additionally, my most recent editing endeavor, "New Dawn" (2020), was honored with the prestigious "Documentary Achievement Award" at the Miami Film Festival. As a seasoned post-production producer, I have experience working with teams of all sizes, including editors, colorists, sound technicians, motion graphics experts, and CGI artists. I have successfully managed numerous projects, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient workflows. My ability to scale the scope of production according to specific needs allows me to adapt to various budgets and timelines, while maintaining the highest quality standards. In addition to my technical skills, I am a dedicated team player who thrives in collaborative environments. I believe the best results are achieved through open communication, mutual respect, and the collective contributions of a talented team.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Senior Editor
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Creative Director

My professional career started on stage in 2007 when I was working as an Actor behind Balinese masks and entertaining people with mime tricks. That helped me to learn how to negotiate. After becoming a professional filmmaker in 2010, I've been creating content and developing film projects all around the world (I've explored 44 countries so far). Traveling is my biggest source of self-learning. In 2012, I've started my film production company International House of Cinema in Curitiba, Brazil. Since then, we've been providing services for the public and corporate sectors. Our list of clients in Brazil includes Volvo Penta, Los Paleteros, Way Beer, Huawei, INCA, TRT, EMATER, among others. In 2018, we've expanded our operations opening a new HQ of the company in Miami. In the US I've been working successfully with Miami Downtown Development Authority, Miami Design District, and The Knight Foundation. Currently, I'm focusing a lot on the entertainment side of the company as our original productions are starting to flourish, something I’ve always dreamed about.

• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Drone Operator
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Colorist
• On-Camera Talent

Ani Mercedes documents stories that serve to create prudent conversations about how the public decisions we make collectively, shape our individual lives. She is an artist, photographer, filmmaker, and educator. She was a principal photographer for U.S. Senator Abercrombie during his campaign for Governor of Hawai'i, co-directed and produced a promotional video for NBA basketball player Joakim Noah's charitable foundation, provided principal transcription support on several projects (including Life Itself) for the award-winning documentary filmmaker Steve James, and directed and produced several short documentary films, promotional videos, and photoshoots for numerous organizations and brands. Ani began her film career as an intern at the documentary powerhouse Kartemquin Films (Hoop Dreams, The Interrupters), was an elementary school teacher (via Teach for America), and served as a White House intern. She holds a B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Chicago and an M.P.A.

• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

Highly successful, creative and passionate Producer and Director with diverse experience encompassing live television shows, films, music videos, corporate videos, commercials and documentaries which include entertainment, music, news and sports content. Dedicated and business savvy individual involved in projects from concept/pre-production to post production. Background includes extensive on camera work as well as public speaking engagements. Producer for television shows that won multiple Telly Awards and award winning documentarian where film has worldwide distribution. Well-known and highly respected within the industry as an innovative producer and editor with excellent project management skills. Strong journalistic instincts and a conceptual thinker with a sophisticated and precise production style which effectively engages audiences. Possess a high degree of ethics and integrity, as well as an exceptional commitment to quality.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

An Emmy-nominated, multi-hyphenate filmmaker, her issue-focused work has screened at film festivals around the world, been broadcast on PBS and Good Morning America, and used as an advocacy tool by dozens of non-profit organizations and community groups. Her films have received support from PNC Bank, the Saul Zaentz Innovation Fund, Southern Exposure, and more. She holds an MFA in Film and Television Production from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Nora has almost a decade of professional production experience behind the camera. Inspired by the beauty of nature, she brings an organic, timeless aesthetic and love of natural light to her work. A skilled operator of Sony, RED, Panasonic, Blackmagic, and Canon systems, she creates immersive imagery that pushes the boundaries of the medium and is deeply connective. As a licensed drone pilot, underwater camera operator, and speed walker, she's prepped and ready to chase a great story via air, sea, land, and beyond.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Digital Content Creator
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Field Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Drone Operator

Dan Abrusci is a 3 times Emmy winner sound mixer with over 13 years of experience in the film and television industry. He has worked on a wide range of projects, from feature films and television series to commercials and documentaries. He has collaborated with some of the most respected brands and networks in the industry. Abrusci's work has been recognized with numerous awards and nominations, including 3 Emmy Awards (Suncoast chapter), Two gold and two silver Promax, Two Latin Grammy nominations, Tribeca and Berlinale official selections, among other film festivals. In 2022, Dan made his debut as a documentary director with the short film 'Gearheads'. As a director, Dan brings a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the importance of sound to the filmmaking process, the attention to detail and love for the craft is what motivates him to inspire crowds through sound, while working on projects designed to inspire audiences to take action on the important issues of our time.

• Sound Designer
• Sound Mixer
• Non-Fiction Film Director

My name is Anna. I’m Ukrainian currently based in Florida, USA. Media is my biggest passion in life. I am a multilingual media professional with 10+ years of experience working as a TV host, journalist, narrator, news anchor and producer for various media outlets including MTV Networks. My television career started when I was 16 at the regional Ukrainian channel. In 2006-2013 I co-hosed a daily TV show at MTV Ukraine and contributed as a reporter and content producer. Recently I worked as a news anchor and a podcast host of ISpace.news, a media about finance, investments and cryptocurrencies. I have a solid background in conducting interviews, remote broadcasts, voiceovers and transforming complex topics into accessible, engaging and informative news stories. Additional experience as a marketing professional within the tech industry. Education: Master's degree in Cultural and Creative Industries from King’s College in London, UK (2013) Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Kyiv State Shevchenko University, Ukraine (2012) Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Kyiv State Shevchenko University, Ukraine (2010)

• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Creative Director
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Reporter / Journalist
• TV News Producer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Audio Storyteller
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Company

For the past 15 years I have worked at the forefront of international production, leading teams and producing documentaries and series at global networks like VICE, Al Jazeera English and Fusion. Originally a culture reporter/theater critic in Italy, I came to the US on a Fulbright to focus on documentary production at UC Berkeley’s journalism school. Since then, my work has won awards and screened around the world. In the last few years I have worked between the US, Italy and Mexico, overseeing docuseries and weekly shows. After five years as a producer for AJE’s documentary department in Washington, DC, I worked as an independent in Mexico, producing short to long-form docs across the country. I went on to run a weekly show for Fusion in Miami. I also supervised a ten-part investigative documentary series for VICE in Italy, and then worked for VICE Studios US Hispanics & Latam, exec-producing episodes of the NatGeo/VICE "Explorer Investigation” and developing factual and scripted series across the region for clients like NatGeo, Netflix, A&E and Discovery. With strong editorial skills, I specialize in immersive, investigative and dynamic documentaries. I have a knack for gaining access, directing crews and crafting stories that speak to global audiences and have an impact. At heart, I’m a visual storyteller. I love developing ideas and scripts, and shepherding them through the final cut. I have an eye for talent and for strong characters who can embody and “show” a story rather than just “tell” it. I am fluent in English, Spanish, Italian and French.

• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

We've worked with big agencies, start-ups working from home, and big boy companies like WSP, who built the world trade towers. Get to know us, we think you'll come to trust us - like we do each other. Our motto: save the world from crappy videos - one client at a time. We're a full service, one stop shop. Our projects include corporate video production, marketing, training, profile videos, etc. From scriptwriting to sound design, we'll create an engaging, unique video that your clients will watch start to finish... then ask to see it again. PRICING: Here's the thing about pricing...are you building a mansion or a shack? Do you want to spend $1000 or $100,000? Whatever your budget allows, we'll put every $ on the screen. It's all in the edit! Sure capturing the footage is critical, but what you do with that footage afterward matters even more. We ONLY deliver videos that we can be proud of. If we can't create something fab for your budget, we'll tell you straight up and point you in the right direction.

• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Drone Operator
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Sound Designer
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Reporter / Journalist

Hello, I'm Anthony and I'm a creative type occupied with projects and creative endeavors that make me happy. As of October 2016, I apply myself to my cooking show: ilikecookingforchicks (on Instagram, YouTube and Facebook), I perform stand-up comedy at least twice per month, I am the content creator for 52Chefs, a local chef-focused Instagram account, and have a full time job as a marketing coordinator for a large construction company where I am the company photographer, videographer and designer. I've been taking photos and making videos for hire since I was 14 at local all-age events, and I haven't stopped since. Aside from media, I participate in organizations that I believe in, such as my ongoing 5 year involvement with the Miami International Film Festival for which I swear I will make a film that they can showcase soon! But until then, I've been everything from Distribution and logistics coordinator to official presentor and celebrity liason. I just want to stay happy, you know?

• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Sound Mixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Ana is a Venezuelan-American Director & Producer. She works in Film, Advertising and Television Production creating award-winning fictional films and documentaries, commercials, campaigns, animation, television content and new media in multiple languages and platforms. Her work has been seen in top networks such as Discovery Networks in the US, Europe and Latin America and her films have screened in over a hundred film festivals worldwide, being recognized by major festivals in the UK, US France and the Netherlands among others. A traveler at heart, she has extensive experience working in Film in Europe, US, Africa and the Middle East; as well as producing commercial campaigns for the UK, US, Canada, Germany, Brazil, Argentina, India and Mexico. She has a BA in Telecommunications, Information Studies and Media from Michigan State University (US) and a MA in Directing for Film & TV from University of Westminster in London.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Fixer
• Translator
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

MATTHEW BERNSTEIN Reporter | Producer | Photojournalist Multiple Emmy Nominee Matthew Bernstein is a reporter, producer and photojournalist with two decades of proven ability to work under intense deadline pressure in the television news industry. His projects have ranged from news, sponsored integrations and documentaries to promotional campaigns, sizzle reels, pilots and a wide variety of reality shows. For most of the 2016 presidential campaign, Matthew was living and breathing politics on a near daily basis. He was the eyes, ears and camera on the ground in key primary states gaining access to exclusive, weekly interviews with Donald Trump. Long hours, countless campaign stops and hauling heavy loads of camera gear on very little sleep was well worth the few minutes of camera time with major political influencers. Matthew also traveled to Cleveland for the Republican National Convention where he reported on the Bikers for Trump supporters and generated groundbreaking visuals by using a virtual reality 360-degree camera while riding on the back of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He was also in Philadelphia for the Democratic National Convention capturing the sights and sounds of one of the largest climate change and Trans-Pacific Partnership protests of its time. And, while in New York on Long Island covering the first presidential debate at Hofstra University, Matthew and his camera was once again at the front line of a major political protest that erupted moments before the two candidates took to the stage. The images captured by his camera were requested by multiple news outlets wanting to share those images with their viewers. Wrapping up the political season, Matthew was live on election night at Donald Trump's election headquarters in New York City. Not only was he documenting this historic night with his camera and on social media platforms, but also co-hosted a Facebook Live Election Special with Circa News’ National Security Correspondent, Sara Carter. Amongst other political events, he has covered the Inauguration of President Donald J. Trump in Washington, D.C. and daily briefings at The White House. Matthew's trustworthiness and credibility has lead him to film very sensitive and highly classified interviews pertaining to national security. Such interviews include CIA Director John Brennan, Israeli Ambassador to the United States Ron Dermer, Jim and Lynda Coleman whose daughter was kidnapped by the Taliban, and American families who were on an ISIS kill list and never notified by the FBI. Additionally, as a dedicated storyteller he provided extensive coverage during Hurricane Matthew from Daytona Beach, FL, an inside look at the corrupted pain pill clinic industry, the ongoing problem of underage sex trafficking, and the Conclave Pope Francis from St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. His passion and commitment for creating beautiful content has taken him to South America, Haiti, Curacao, Bahamas and across America; where he has shot plenty of programming for Fox News, CNN, NBC, the Travel Channel, HGTV, BET and TLC just to name a few. His love for storytelling has had a huge influence on his work. Matthew can work comfortably with a crew of 100 or as a one-man operation, having worked in both capacities as a field director, producer, Director of Photography and camera operator on numerous shows. Matthew loves to collaborate with correspondents, producers and other camera ops to achieve the best possible production. His experience, enthusiasm and hard work ethic are a benefit to any production.

• On-Air Reporter / Host
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Fixer
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist
• Social Media Producer
• Digital Content Creator
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer

I am a social documentary filmmaker, social entrepreneur, and participatory video consultant. I am passionate about human interactions, blending my interests in documentary storytelling with the social sciences. In the past, I have worked with high profile non-profits such as The Red Hot Organization, Jeremys Heroes, and The Global Nomads Group, using video and new media to promote social change campaigns. Most recently, I documented my conflicted involvement with Occupy Wall Street in a short documentary #Occupy Skepticism an Official Selection to the Dawn Breakers International Film Festival, among others. My goal is to capture and document hope and resilience through through living examples. I want to document the simplicity of happiness, and show that it exists even in the toughest of places and through the darkest of times. I am interested in people-focused campaigns and initiatives.

• Documentary DP

Carlos Gonzalez is the owner of Illumiret Productions—established in Miami, Florida in 2010. Illumiret is credited with both the production and post-production of various films, documentaries and advertising campaigns. Early in his career Carlos established himself as a craft-editor who learned the art of storytelling. He later took interest in cinematography, photography and directing— allowing him to embody a nimble approach in business. Illumiret Productions was tapped to produce many of the Hispanic Ads for the Biden campaign during the 2020 Presidential race. In 2018 IllumiretProductions partnered up with Creative Preserve and director C.Burn Miller to produce the film Between Sins which is currently in on Amazon Prime, Comcast Xfinity and other platforms. A focus in Carlos’ work is storytelling through a humanistic perspective. He is drawn towards individuals and ideas that promote respect for the individual, empathy, optimism and a worldview approach towards problem solving.

• Colorist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Executive Producer
• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Field Producer
• Senior Editor

Isabella Marie Garcia, or Isa, as she prefers to be called, is a writer and photographer living in her native swampland of Miami, Florida. She divides her time between working as a freelance arts and culture writer and a film and digital photographer. Her writing has appeared in publications such as The Miami New Times, The Art Newspaper, and So To Speak: A feminist journal of language and art. She’s heavily interested in work that challenges gender ideals, female sexuality, and brings taboo subjects up to the surface and hopes that her work, whether it be through written, visual, or spoken word, can help challenge even just one individual to see how important intersectionality is within our world and one’s own local community. When not writing or working the ins and outs of the contemporary art world, she can be found over-spending on 35mm film and tending to her mini-garden. Garcia received her Bachelor of Arts in English from Florida International University in 2019 and more information on her work can be found at isamxrie.com and anywhere through @isamxrie.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Event Photographer
• Video Editor - Commercial

Blind Knight is a top-tier producing studio delivering original series and unscripted content. We have a stellar track in writing, producing, direction, cinematography, and post-production. Leading BKS projects is Gueits, an award-winning documentary film director, network television producer, post-production supervisor/editor, and show host featured in over 30 media outlets (AP, Variety and MSNBC). Gueits won the Orson Welles Director's Award for the feature film 13 Million Voices (www.13millionvoices.com). She has directed and produced for VICE, TRuTV, CW, VH1, Discovery, Telemundo, Toyota, Sports Illustrated, etc. Our multi-cultural crews include: award-winning producers, writers, cinematographers, drone operators, editors, motion graphics artist, multi-instrumentalists and composers. Our mission is to create entertainment with purpose. "We create high-caliber works of evocative storytelling and exhilarating entertainment to help enrich, stimulate, and evolve our world." - Learn more and checkout work samples at our website.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Fixer
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I am a freelance visual effects and virtual production technician. I focus on set extensions and creating CG scenes for actors on green screens or on LED volumes. I can do anything from simulated explosions or liquids to recovering footage that would normally be deemed lost due to onset mistakes such as stabilizing camera work that "warp stabilizer" could not fix or removing boom mics or lights that ended up in the shot. If you can think of it I can do it. Puedo hablar Español e eu posso falar português (mais como um Portanhol) Also, I can be on set as a visual effects supervisor to make sure my job or another visual effects artist's job is easier and that they have everything they need to make the shot as realistic as possible and to be completed as quickly and easily as possible. If you need someone for a virtual production job I also have experience with virtual productions involving projectors, LED walls, and green screens using Unreal Engine. Traveling is not an issue if I am needed for a visual effects supervisor role or for any other reason.

• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Motion Graphics Designer

Laura is an award-winning Producer, Editor, and Cinematographer with almost fifteen years of professional experience. Marrying creativity with grit, she’s trekked through the workflows of planning, shooting, and post, and uses that experience to fuel efficient, soulful video work. She sees filmmaking as both an art and technical discipline that requires a lot of flexibility and fast-paced plate spinning. As a Producer, she’s most familiar working with documentary and small to medium-sized commercial or corporate sets. However, because she’s a quick study, she’ll happily jump on projects of all scopes. Behind a camera, she excels at cinematic docustyle shooting. As an Editor, she specializes in emotional excavation and can find the story in anything. Alongside developing these crafts, she has experience in both project and people management, successfully scaling video departments and optimizing filmmaking ecosystems. Her most recent efforts were focused in public media, where she won six Suncoast Emmys®, two Public Media Awards, and the 2021 TV Feature Reporting Griot Drum Community Hero Award from the Tampa Bay Association of Black Journalists.

• Senior Editor
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager