Articles by Shari Basch

MICHAEL JANUARY

FILM & TELEVISION Michael January is a writer-producer whose films have premiered on HBO, Showtime and TNT in the United States, BSKY in the UK, SAT1 and PRO7 in Germany, theaters in Mexico, Brasil and worldwide. After starting as a story analyst for studios and development executive for a small…

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MATT TOGNACCI

PRODUCTION DESIGN / ART DIRECTION Matt Tognacci’s artistic vision has been bringing ideas to life for over a decade with his innovative custom sets and detailed studio environments. Matt has created original, realistic and fantastical surroundings for television, film, and special events. Born and raised in Boston Massachusetts, Matt’s inventive…

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ELIZABETH MOORE

PRODUCTION/INTERIOR DESIGN-ART DIRECTION Born in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, Elizabeth moved to Europe while in her early 20s to study art. Returning to the states she earned her Bachelor’s of Fine Art degree from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and a Masters in spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa…

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DAVID LEAF

David Leaf is best known for his feature documentaries on James Brown, John Lennon, Brian Wilson and The Bee Gees. His resume is filled with television credits including dozens of legendary programs such as being of one of the writers on the Emmy-winning landmark 9/11, All-Network “Telethon America: A Tribute To Heroes”. …

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BRUCE CATANIA

EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION/PRODUCER/SHOWRUNNER Accomplished production executive specializing in studio-based and remote unscripted television, including talk, variety, sketch comedy and reality. Extensive experience overseeing live and live-to-tape production environment. Effective managing large staff and crew, $35m plus annual budgets. Well versed in overseeing multiple projects simultaneously. Prime Time “DEAL…

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SCOTT LOCHMUS

DIRECTOR/PRODUCER SINGLE & MULTI-CAMERA  Kristin Chenoweth: Coming Home Producer/Director PBS Duck Quacks Don’t Echo – Director Comedy Series (10 Episodes) HISTORY CHANNEL Il Volo- We Are Love DPTV Barbra Streisand – Back To Brooklyn Producer/Director PBS Buddy Holly – Listen To Me PBS/BBC Barbra Streisand- What Matters Most Producer/Director…

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JOE DEA

DIRECTOR/SINGLE & MULTI-CAMERA   Emmy-winning Director Joe Dea’s (pronounced Day) work has been showcased everywhere from the New York Museum of Modern Art to prime time broadcast networks. For the past several years, Dea has been working primarily in the reality television genre directing talent and “real people” in both…

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MARK BRINSTER

DIRECTOR/CAMERAMAN/EDITOR Breath taking…vivid… heart felt…stunning imagery. These are just some of the phrases used to describe the work of director/cameraman Mark Brinster. Whether shooting commercials, award winning documentaries or features, Mark’s keen eye for blending crisp cinematography with warm, human emotions always shines through. His work runs the gambit ranging…

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KEEGAN MARTIN

DIRECTOR/SINGLE & MULTI-CAMERA Upon earning a BA Fine Arts Degree in Film & Video from Pratt Institute, Keegan Martin jumped right into the world of television and never looked back. He started as a production assistant for Spike Lee’s 40 Acres and A Mule working on various TV & film…

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