STAFF and CREW

KEITH COLLEA - Producer

Keith Collea has been a key figure in digital cinema since it's inception. He has developed and implemented cost effective digital workflow models into independent film making. As one of the first proponents of digital film making, he traveled around the world training film camera departments to make the transition to digital. Keith has worked with many esteemed film makers including Alan Davio, Alan Casio, Emuele Lubeski (Chivo), Arhthur Reinhart, Tom Houton, and Dean Devlin.

Keith worked as a supervisor on such box office hits as INDEPENDENCE DAY, GODZILLA, CLUELESS, ALIEN RESURRECTION, TITANIC, COLLATERAL, ALI and PEARL HARBOR.   Keith has established himself as an authority in the emerging field of High Definition (HD) digital cinematography.

Awards for Keith's films included The Cine Golden Eagle, Mill Valley Film Festival's Significant American Short Award, Philadelphia Film Festival's Silver Award and Finalist at The USA Film Festival.

Before his work in Hollywood Keith was a partner in the Telemundo affiliate station KHRR (which he also designed and engineered). Keith produced and directed over 200 television commercials and station promos as well as concerts and other special events. Keith then moved up to feature work, learning the craft directly from producers Roland Emmerich and Dean Devlin on such blockbusters as INDEPENDENCE DAY, GODZILLA, and THE PATRIOT, all while continuing to study feature filmmaking at UCLA.  Keith has an MFA.

Wanting to use his acquired skills to realize his own visions, Keith has recently been producing feature length projects, such as THE GENE GENERATION, THE LEGEND OF BLOODY MARY, and 3 DAYS GONE.

Today, Keith collaborates on numerous indie films through his state-of-the-art digital production and post-production company, Red Cam Studios, serving as consultant, post-production supervisor, or producer. Combining his talents in all things digital, Keith has redefined the art and business of making independent feature films.

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LAURA PURSLEY- Production Executive

A seasoned marketing professional, Laura's passion for film and the financial side of the business started with a high school job at the local movie theatre.  Keen observations from her years of managing first and second run theaters, as well as video stores, eventually informed her work in marketing at a major motion picture studio.
 
Laura has worked on marketing campaigns for films such as BATMAN BEGINS, GOOD NIGHT AND GOOD LUCK, HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE, THE POLAR EXPRESS, EVERYTHING IS ILLUMINATED, MARCH OF THE PENGUINS, AND MILLION DOLLAR BABY.  Most recently, Laura has been developing several independent feature projects to produce.  She also consults with independent filmmakers on marketing issues.
 
Laura studied film at Carleton College and the University of Florida, where she graduated with highest honors.  In Gainesville, she produced special events and oversaw the docent program at the Harn Museum of Art.  She currently volunteers for Carleton College and The Posse Foundation.

 

CHERELLE GEORGE - Line Producer

Cherelle George has line produced and production managed over 20 Indie Films since she began her career in Chicago 10 years ago. Her strengths include schedules and budgets as well as crew hiring and production management. If anyone can bring your production in under budget she can and she can do it a smile making everyone happy at the same time. She is a true gem and a pleasure to be associated with.

 

KAREN O' TOOLE - Production Supervisor / Script Advisor

Karen O'Toole has volunteered in many worldwide issues including saving Amazon wildlife, sponsoring Cambodian orphanages, rescuing animals in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, and protecting wild horses from slaughterhouses.   Her courage to fight against the odds has had a wonderful track record.   Karen has devoted her life to making the world a better place for all mankind and animals.  

Karen's latest script WILD HORSES was given birth during her time rescuing wild horses across the plains.   The script reveals the hidden world of horse wranglers who steal beautiful mustangs for the slaughterhouses.   The WILD HORSES script won the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' prestigious Nicholl Fellowship Award.   The story is a glimpse of human nature through a slice of life we never see.

Karen has worked as a production coordinator on such projects as Golden Globe winner TRANSAMERICA, A HOME AT THE END OF THE WORLD, EIGHT LEGGED FREAKS, FAMILY PLAN, UNIVERSAL SOLDIER, Oliver Stone's U-TURN, Mel Brooks' THE VAGRENT, and Stephen King's DESPERATION.

Karen brings to your project the same dedication she exhibits in all the projects she becomes involved in.

 

RICKY HAYNER - Red One Data Workflow Manager

Ricky Hayner is in charge of overseeing Red One workflow and managing the training and deployment of the data wranglers. He graduated from North Carolina School of the Arts, and currently writes software to enhance Red dailies workflow.

 

CHRIS WAGGANER- Red One Data Wrangler

Chris Wagganer has worked in video and film engineering for over two decades.   He has worked for several prominent directors, including Robert Zemeckis and James Cameron.   Chris' experience allows him to excel in emerging image capture technologies, including the Red One Camera technology.

 

ADDTIONAL CREW

Red One Cameras, VTRs, and post systems are simply tools. It's up to the skill of a Director of Photography, Red One Tech (Ninja), Data Wrangler, offline editor, online editor, and colorist to understand and embrace the Red One Camera and Red One post-production in order to make the format shine.

 

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

Red Cam Studios has worked with cinematographers ranging from ASC and BSC members to talented up-and-comers looking to make a name for themselves. Depending on your budget and aesthetic needs, Red Cam Studios may be able to recommend a Director of Photography.