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Project 02 - 1,000 Steps - STATUS - COMPLETED

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 An up and coming vlogger, who specializes in haunted sites, goes a little too far into the woods and finds out there's more to the ghost story then he anticipated  

Production Schedule

Production Schedule

Production Schedule

  Filmed in late June 2020 over 2 days in Billings, MT. Made possible by our partnership with The Yellowstone Rivers and Parks Association and the Moss Mansion Historical Site. This short utilized slightly over 30 collaborators. Production wrapped June 2021.

What's Next?

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What's Next?

Off to festivals. Let us know if you catch it, and what you think.

Project 01 - The Perfect Candidate - STATUS - COMPLETED

Synopsis

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Production Schedule

  In a typical American city, a restaurant owner opens his shop and interviews potential candidates for a new career opportunity. The interviews turn challenging as it's difficult to tell who is telling the truth. It's so hard to find good help these days.  

Production Schedule

Production Schedule

Production Schedule

 Filmed in late June 2019 over 2 days in Billings, MT.  This short utilized slightly over 30 collaborators in and around the community. Post production began mid July and Wrapped up February 2020. 

What's Next?

Production Schedule

What's Next?

Honestly, we don't know. For now the Perfect Candidate is going to live off-line until we can determine if it has value in some kind of larger production or ultimately it's just a piece of supporting viral content... Tough to say.  

Meet the Team

Creative Director / Casting Director

Creative Director / Casting Director

Creative Director / Casting Director

Born and raised in Billings, Tiffany Melia has been performing in community theater productions for 27 years. She currently is the leader of two local improvisational troupes,

Technical Director/Story Lead

Creative Director / Casting Director

Creative Director / Casting Director

Johnny Earley is a hard working guy who believes in creating sustainable film projects that better all who work with them. Over 10 years experience in Flim & TV production.

Head of Mechanical

Creative Director / Casting Director

Head of Mechanical

Davison Schanno is a tank in the lighting and design space.  Creatiing complex rigs and developing interesting dramatic setups. Davey is an impressive talent

Art Director

Creative Consultant

Head of Mechanical

David Gerke is a Tour De Force. Raised in Oregon he attended school at Carroll College and finished his masters in Honolulu. David brings decades of theatrical production to the team.

Production Manager

Creative Consultant

Creative Consultant

Joe Landry's bright and exuberant energy keeps every shoot moving.  Joe is an integral part of the team and one of its' fiercest advocates.

Creative Consultant

Creative Consultant

Creative Consultant

Matthew Melia's knowledge of voice work and the creative process makes him an excellent resource for bouncing ideas off of in Post. He is also the current reigning king of craft services.

Costumer

Costumer

Costumer

Danielle Turtainen brings raw effectiveness to her job. Danielle is able to punch through problems and get results when walls present themselves. A strong background in design she has a BA in Theatre Arts Performance from Rocky Mountain College,  studied abroad at Regents College London.

Key Helpers

Brett Bender

Sarah Lowther

Brett Bender

A native Montanan who lends his voice as "Doc Johnson", Brett has been a key supporter since this project began and helps with revisions and oversight. https://voice123.com/brettbender

Stuart Ross

Sarah Lowther

Brett Bender

Our makeup artist and partner. Aspens love of creative makeup design and great work ethic makes her a valuable member of the team.

Sarah Lowther

Sarah Lowther

Dennis Sprankel

A professional makeup artist who works in has extensive work in beauty, hair and makeup, and a deep skill set in film craft. Knowledgeable in builds applications and dramatic looks. Sarah can elevate any production. www.sarahlowtherbeauty.com 

Dennis Sprankel

Dennis Sprankel

Dennis Sprankel

With a long career in film and theatre Dennis is a wonderful addition to the team. Able to assist or head multiple departments Dennis is the swiss army knife of any strong team in the area. It's an honor to work with him

Will Goodridge

Dennis Sprankel

Will Goodridge

A fantastic musician with a heart of gold. Will's ability to write thematically appropriate music makes him a strong addition to the team. He's also a "SUPER HACKER"!

Alexis Cooper

Dennis Sprankel

Will Goodridge

Lexi Cooper is a creative and strong partner who brings unique ideas to set. She is learning AD roles but has a strong background in theatrical production. You can support Lexi and her work with Backyard theatre here: https://www.facebook.com/theatreinmybackyard

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