About Andrew B.

After working as a student journalist in 2004, Andrew fell in love with storytelling for impact. Between 2005-08 he cut his teeth as a coordinator on The Amazing Race; 3rd AD on the BAFTA-nominated docudrama Eagle Falls; as PM for Discovery and Animal Planet shows; and as the writer/producer/director of marketing videos for impact organizations. This while also story producing The Joe Show documentary, with his mentor turned partner, Director Randy Murray. In 2008, Andrew and Murray began another documentary, Mitchell 20. Andrew produced, wrote, and the two co-directed. Andrew helped raise $550k for this film to cover its 3 year-long production. It was released in 2012 via a theatrical run with AMC Independent and won a regional Emmy for Best Documentary. The same year, Benson sold his original concept Edge of War to Discovery Military. The shows host, General Wesley Clark said it “could reduce enthusiasm for war”, which was exactly its intent. This led to Discovery’s licensing of The Joe Show and a development deal.  In 2013, Benson moved to San Francisco to pursue this film and set up a creative agency, A Happy Project, where he served as a creative writer, producer, and director on digital products and content projects for startups and NGOs. Chasing his film, Democracy: An Inquiry he spent 2017/18 living in Paris, Monrovia, and Johannesburg before settling down in New York. Today, he works with clients like the BMW Foundation, Patreon, University of Phoenix, b8ta, Tomorrow Lab, Accountability Lab, and Humanity United. Outside of Phoenix, he's lived in San Francisco, Paris, Quito, Monrovia (Liberia), and Johannesburg. He's traveled and worked in 30 US states and 30 countries, and is currently based in New York City.

About Oscar L.

Work Experience: - Reported from 10 countries and 15 cities. - Reporter and video editor for The Real News (2010 to 2019). - Visual creative, “The Empire Files” with Abby Martin, I (visualy) created a 30 minutes show a week, including an abundance of graphics in After Effect, Illustrator & Photoshop. (2015-2017) - Visual creative of “Days of Revolt” with Chris Hedges and “The Global African” with Bill Fletcher (2014 to 2015) - US Associated Correspondent for Telesur (continent-wide broadcast) in over 12 US cities, more than 40 newscast reports and 25 full special documentary features on air. (2010 - 2013) - Editor in Chief for “The Positive Side on Life” on Channel 3 in Arizona. (2010) - Video Manager at Illuma Studio in Scottsdale. (2008 -2010) - Local reporter and eventually US Correspondent for La Television – Ecuavisa - Gamavisión, (Sunday 8pm prime time slot). (2005 - 2015). - Director, “Motor X”, Canal Uno, Saturday 7pm slot. (2003-2005) - Creative Editor, Unpixel DV production agency in Quito Ecuador. (2002/2005) - Media Producer for CEIME, (Gender NGO) Quito. Ecuador (1996 - 2002) Notable achievements & Awards: -4 documentary-magazine mini series “Motor X” (I started from scratch) reached continental TV including North and South America via Telesur & El Garaje TV 2006 - 2012. -First Price for: Best Documentary, Best Script and Best Post Production with “Cancer Social” on the “Flora Tristan” Film Festival, Lima, Peru 1996 about Gender Violence. -Finalist “Migrations Film festival” Radio Canada, NY 2010. -Lectures, Zaki Gordon Institute of Film 2005 & 2012, NAU (Flagstaff) 2011, National Bolivar Theater, Caracas -Venezuela & National Bolivar Square, Bogota - Colombia 2012 -Interviewed in international press outlets as RT, Telemundo, Univision, Telesur, Press TV, Radio Canada. Education & Skills: - Bachelor on Arts & Media (San Francisco de Quito University) - Camera, Video & Photography: Light (CEDEP 1990),Camera (CEDEP 1990) USFQ 2003 Education & Skills: - Bachelor of Arts & Media (San Francisco de Quito University) - Camera, Video & Photography: Light (CEDEP 1990),Camera (CEDEP 1990) USFQ 2003 Film Editing studies: Betacam (CEDEP 1990) All Adobe, Digital Avid and Final Cut ( USFQ 2000 ) Adobe (online self education) Digital Art: Quito Institute for the Visual Arts (IAVQ), 4 years on Illustration and Graphic Design. San Francisco de Quito University(USFQ), 2 years of software training. Script: CEDEP 1990, Universidad Católica 1996, and USFQ 2001. Sound: Bachelor in Arts (USFQ), including musical production, recording, mixing, Direct Sound, Electronic Music, Post Production, Sequencing and Sampling (IMC San Francisco de Quito University & CEDEP 1990 - 2000 ) Software skills: Video (Editing and Post): Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Motion, Boris Red Pro. Graphic Design Software: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe In Design, Corel Painter, Quark X-press. Web: Flash & WordPress Audio Software: Pro Tools, Reason, Digital Performer, Sound Edit, T-Racks, Soundtrack, Logic Pro, Sound Studio, Qubase, Maschine 2 and Adobe Audition. English and Spanish bilingual.

About Lawrence F.

I am a freelance indie filmmaker/photographer with a MFA in dance. I have a passion in choreography and telling stories and I specialize in various medium with movement including concert work, screen dance, and photographic exhibit. I had produced several award-winning dance films in festivals across the U.S. in the recent years and I am eager to learn more in my craft and to collaborate with different like-minded artists.

About Taylor T.

I grew up in Chicago where I was exposed to the arts and the action. I attended school in Arizona where I was exposed to place based education and storytelling. I have a journalism background with some experience working in the busy news environment. I have created several documentaries, as well as hundreds of broadcast news stories that shine light on the importance of community and the camera as the weapon of voice.

About Cyle O.

As an international videographer and former travel show host, I've released more than 30 films from 43 countries on four continents. As a university professor of journalism and documentary studies, I've taught everything from cinematography and nonfiction film production, to podcasting and multimedia design. And as a business owner, I've founded two production companies (Moving Stills Media, and Legally Insane Films). My latest documentary, Big Trouble in Little Quartzsite, has won 9 awards in the 2021-2022 film festival circuit, including Best Feature, Best Director and Unanimous Jury Selection. See my IMBb page: imdb.com/name/nm5607989/ and inquire for reels.

About Chris D.

Twenty five years experience in the film industry. Commercial, corporate, web content video and photography. Confident and able to work as one man crew, video production and digital photography. Love to travel and 100% positive attitude towards all projects.

About David W.

I believe in the power of visually expressing the human experience and the raw beauty of nature. Before founding David Wallace Visuals, I worked for 20 years as a staff photographer and video producer at newspapers throughout the country. 15 of those years were at the Arizona Republic where I documented issues ranging from the U.S./ Mexico border to the environment. I covered Pope Francis’ inaugural visit to Mexico, disappearing glaciers in Peru, uranium contamination on the Navajo Nation, two Super Bowls, and directed a feature length documentary on child welfare issues. In 2018, I was one of the primary members of the Arizona Republic reporting team that won a Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Reporting for their coverage of the U.S./ Mexico border. Of the 10 pieces of content submitted for the Pulitzer, three of the entries were videos I filmed and edited. I am an eight time Rocky Mountain Emmy winner and have won numerous other awards in photo and video journalism. I received a BFA from the Rochester Institute of Technology. An avid outdoorsmen, my interests include hiking, canyoneering, trail running, rafting and rock climbing. In 2001, I thru-hiked the entirety of the 2,650-mile long Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. I live in Phoenix with my wife, Laura Segall, also a professional photographer and our three children. I approach every project with heart and compassion, producing content to communicate captivating stories of the people, places, organizations and businesses of Arizona and beyond. What is your story to tell?

About Kyle D.

I'm a NYC-based filmmaker, editor, and photographer with extensive experience in all aspects of video and photo creation, including directing, shooting, and editing narrative and documentary films, small-business commercials, corporate videos, social media ads, and wedding films. Additionally, I work for Saturday Night Live as a photo assistant and set photographer, with published photos that have received over a billion impressions across various media and print publications. Finally, I have experience in videography and photography, shooting weddings and corporate events. Clients include: Voice of America, Saturday Night Live, NBC LX, The Related Companies, Farida Skin Care Studio, Min&Mon, Smove Mobile Equipment List: Cameras: Sony FX6 Full Frame 4k Cinema Camera Sony FX3 Full Frame 4k Cinema Camera Sony A7iii Full Frame 4k Mirrorless Camera Sony a6500 APS-C 4k mirrorless Camera Sony A7iii Full Frame 4k Mirrorless Camera Sony a6500 APS-C 4k mirrorless Camera Nikkormat FtN 35mm SLR Film Camera Pentax 6x7 Medium Format 120 SLR Film Camera Lenses: Sigma 24-70 f/2.8 Tamron 70-180 f/2.8 Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 Sony FE 55mm f/1.8 Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 Audio: Zoom H5 Field Recorder Zoom H1n Recorder Rode Wireless Go II Wireless LAV Mics (2) Rode Wireless Go Wireless LAV Mics (2) Rode VideoMic NTG Compact Shotgun Microphone Audio Technica AT897 Shotgun Micrphone + All necessary support

About Eva L.

I am experienced in all phases of production and am well versed in editing with Adobe and Final Cut products. I produced, directed and edited several short films, as well as an award winning feature length documentary film, Undeterred (http://undeterredfilm.org/). I regularly produce, direct and edit feature length video memoirs through my business Desert Memoirs (https://www.desertmemoirs.com/). I have also created many short web and social media videos for individuals, nonprofits and political campaigns.