About Judah D.

My name is Judah David, and I myself am a young black male. I realized that filmmaking was what I wanted to do while in school at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, and am now working as a documentarian for One of Us Films in Detroit, MI. Since working for One of Us Films producing stories for Excellent Schools Detroit, I have realized that I love finding stories about young black men that are defying stereotypes and contributing positively to their communities. I also love to find stories that deal with social action and bringing awareness to social injustices. By finding and presenting these stories to the general public, I hope to not only raise awareness about important issues in our community, but also to commend those already making a difference in those issues and to inspire others to do the same. I hope to shine a positive spotlight on my city, long berated for its elevated crime, illiteracy, and poverty levels. There are so many great things about the city I was born and raised in, and I hope that my work will help the world realize that there is hope for a brighter future in the city of Detroit.

About Yousef M.

I am an Emmy award winning producer and film director who champions the call for creative visual storytelling. I'm convinced that people today don't just want to be informed, they want to be entertained while being informed. I love bringing stories to life that impact the lives of millions of people around the world. I aim is to tell stories in a way that will entice and resonate with global audience.

About Harry A.

experienced drone operator, Experienced editor, Experienced shooter/producer.

About Orlando D.

I am a Peabody Award-winning Director of Photography focused on news and documentary. I am comfortable shooting solo or with a crew, and no assignment is too big or too small. My camerawork has won the Picture of the Year International Award (POYi), the George Polk Award, Scripps Howard and 4 National News and Doc Emmy nominations. I have filmed filmed for HBO, VICE News, BBC, Aljazeera and PBS both domestically in the US as well as South America, the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia. I am hostile environment certified and excel in covering conflict, social upheaval, and critical current affairs issues. I was the senior DOP of VICE News' viral documentary, "Charlottesville: Race and Terror", which has been viewed more than 65 million times and was hailed by TIME as the best TV episode of 2017. I have more than 20 years of journalism experience around the globe. When not filming, I train daily in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiujitsu and MMA, and can double as crew security. My ultimate goal is to teach martial arts.

About ReelClever F.

About Matt R.

I am a passionate storyteller with a keen eye for telling genuine, character driven stories.

About Desmond L.

Documentary and Commercial director

About Robert F.

My name is Rob and I am one half of Hello Future, a storytelling lab based out of Metro Detroit. We produce world class storytelling content for small businesses, non-profits and Fortune 500 companies alike. Always in motion is the future... -Yoda-

About Mathew P.

My name is Mathew Pimental, storytelling through film has been my passion and career for the last eight years. I emphasize heavily on cinematic and humanizing images and strike at the heart of every story I am telling. I've spent these last six years traveling the country in search of relevant untold stories, whether it be a struggling musician or an up and coming inventor; if there is a story, it is my passion to find it.

About Andrew K.

I'm an experienced documentary filmmaker based in Detroit, with extensive experience directing and shooting docu-style pieces of many kinds. I've worked with clients like Bloomberg, Business Insider, Virgin Holidays, and Runner’s World and others across the country and internationally.

About James L.

20+yr vet of the tv industry. Ive done alot in this biz. From editing & directing. To set design & construction. I can do it all.

About Jason K.

I have over 15 years of Audio and Video experience. From shooting, editing, producing, compositing, voice over work, and everything in between; I have a passion to create things that will really connect with the audience.

About Byron G.

Byron Goggin is a 13-time Emmy winning Director of Photography, Editor and Producer who creates programming for Discovery Channel, National Geographic, History, the BBC and many other well known networks. In 1990 Byron Goggin began his career a top ten market NBC affiliate in Detroit as a news editor where he remained for 2 years. In 1992 he was promoted to “Special Projects Videographer/ Editor” where he filmed and edited Emmy Award winning programs including Dateline NBC with Chris Hansen and Ann Thompson. In 1995 his job was expanded to include “Commercial Production Director of Photography”, and “Special Project Coordinator”. In 2000 Byron accepted the position of “Chief Photographer/Editor” at Fox Sports Net. His duties included shooting “live” sporting events pre and post game shows. Byron was also responsible for the overall quality of programming, development of strategies and technical plans for major sporting events including the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs, NCAA playoffs, NBA Finals, Superbowl, MLB World Series, Ryder Cup Golf, and NASCAR events. In 2003 Byron was nominated for FOX News Corps “Global Excellence Award”, an honor given to only a few in the FOX worldwide network. Between 2002 and 2004 Byron went on to win a total of SIX Emmys for his outstanding work in photography, field production, and directing. In 2005 Byron left his position at FOX, to launch BMG Creative. BMG achieved instant national recognition with the production of “Wild Weekend Adventures”, which aired on PBS. BMG won a total of 7 Emmy Awards and 2 Associated Press awards, taking Byron to the next level of production. In 2010 Byron moved from Detroit to Los Angeles and expanded his business to include creating programming for the Discovery Channel, The BBC, National Geographic, History Channel, SPIKE and TRU channels. His list of photography and DP credits include shows like Ice Road Truckers, Wicked Tuna, COAL, Wild Justice, Monster Garage (MCM), and Black Gold. In 2015 Byron launched Byron Goggin StoryWorks. From concept, to development, to delivery, Byron and his skilled team can tell your story and deliver your message in a timely, cost effective manner. Experience is the key to success. Whether in the boardroom or on the frozen ice roads of Alaska, Byron has a proven track record of delivering award winning video solutions to America’s most influential corporations.

About Tinisha B.

Tinisha Brugnone, founder of the Cinematic Griot Collective, is an award-winning Director/Producer/Screenwriter from Detroit, Michigan. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in "Media Arts and Studies" from Wayne State University with a concentration in Production. ​ While a student at Wayne State University, she joined The Michigan Creative Film Alliance (the MiCFA), a collaborative effort between students and alumni of Wayne State University, the University of Michigan and, Michigan State University. ​ During her first production with the MiCFA, she served as Co-Producer and Unit Production Manager on the short film "Beauty Queen". Later that year "Beauty Queen" went on to win a Bronze Award at The Blue Water Film Festival (2012) and a Bronze Plaque Award at the Columbia International Film Festival (2012). Her second production with the MiCFA, the short film “Downriver”, won a total of six awards including the Silver Award at the Blue Water Film Festival (2013) and Best Cinematography at the prestigious Uptown Film Festival (2013). Upon graduation from Wayne State University, Ms. Brugnone began focusing on writing and storytelling. In late 2015 her screenplay “Top Shelf” was chosen out of 150 applicants, to be one of 12 screenplays included in the Inaugural "Detroit Sundance Writing Intensive Workshop” under the instruction of filmmaker Joan Tewkesbury. In 2018 she launched The Cinematic Griot Collective a collective of filmmakers, artists, and other creatives. Through her collective, she formed relationships with like-minded individuals who are dedicated to giving a voice to underrepresented groups. Ms. Brugnone then launched her first project and pilot event, with the assistance of the C.G.C “Idlewild International Film Festival" in the summer of 2019. The event attracted diverse film enthusiasts with people traveling from as far as Washington, DC to Michigan, and received rave reviews. In 2020, Ms. Brugnone opted to cancel the Idlewild International Film Festival due to the current pandemic and to concentrate on writing and freelance production work. Tinisha is currently an active member of "Final Girls Detroit a collective of women filmmakers working and living in Metro Detroit and Brown Girls Doc Mafia (BGDM)a collective of women and non-binary filmmakers and industry representatives of color. ​

About Nina I.

I'm Nina Misuraca Ignaczak, and I'm based in metro Detroit. I'm an accomplished writer, editor, and filmmaker, and I've also puttered in podcasts, data journalism, and infographic production. My real love is telling a human story; I'm at my best when I can connect the dots between technical information (data, policy, issues) and a human angle. I've written and produced media about topics ranging from energy policy to food to transportation to water to economic development and more. Several job titles I've held: Editorial Director, Digital Editor, Freelance Writer, Audio Producer, Film Director, and Community Planner.

About Jeremy B.

Jeremy Brockman is an Emmy Award-winning cinematographer.

About Alex G.

Alex Goetz is a documentary filmmaker and photographer and co-founder of Running Wild Media, a film production company specializing in stories of wildlife and conservation. He has contributed to outlets such as National Geographic WILD, BBC, PBS Nature, CBS Sunday Morning, and was a winner of the National Geographic WILD "Wild to Inspire" film competition. An Ohio native, some of his extensive travels have taken him from the countryside of Tasmania filming Tasmanian devils, to boating throughout the vibrant Marshall Islands, and road-tripping around four amazing African countries filming wildlife and conservation efforts. Alex is a 2019 Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leader, 2019 NAAEE 30 under 30, TEDxToledo 2017 speaker, and a 2013 graduate from Bowling Green State University, with a degree in Film Production and Environmental Science

About Kevin S.

KEVIN STEEN is a film director living in Detroit Michigan, specializing in documentary and narrative projects. He has directed for T BRAND STUDIO, CNN, National Geographic, Droga5, GTB, and Carhartt. He has earned recognition from the National Film Festival For Talented Youth and Vimeo Staff Picks.

About Demetrio N.

I take pictures and make videos, and I'm always looking to get "the shot."

About John C.

Co-Founder/Owner of Making Shapes, a video production company in metro Detroit. We created any and all kinds of video content, including documentaries, narrative films, commercials, social media content, and more. Personally, I have worked on projects for companies including Ford, General Motors, T-Mobile, Detroit Public Television, Quicken Loans, Hungry Howie's, and more. Blackmagic URSA Mini 12k | BMPCC 6K Pro