We will be.
As people we are compelled to be heard, to create, dance, express, thank, and come together. We’ll paint without a canvas, we’ll make a stage where there isn’t one, because there’s always an audience waiting. I’d seen these images online & in media, but dove in and found so many I couldn’t believe.
Wove this together, and am still overwhelmed with the beauty of the world & the people in it. Stay strong in these strange and difficult times, and let’s keep doing what we do.
(Thank you for assistant editing, lending your musical talent, & sound mixing @nicallynrogers [IG])
SCAD aTVfest: Alumni bring television to life
Job: EPK Cinematographer and Producer
For: Stranger Things on Netflix
Caleb likened EPK (electronic press kit) cinematography to his passion for documentary filmmaking. He explained that he works with publicity and is on set “to capture how everything is made from props to set dressing to direction.” Caleb performs interviews with different parts of the crew and gets footage of different scenes everyday. Ultimately, he designs a package that lets viewers “see how their favorite shows and movies are made.”
What do you credit SCAD with in launching your career?
“As an LGBTQ creator growing up in a community where that was not accepted, coming to SCAD was a place for me to be able to feel safe and to be able to become and develop into who I wanted to be. Being able to just be myself creatively and to pursue a career that I’m passionate about has been such a gift.”
Read more: https://somanyshows.com/interviews-alumni-scad-atvfest
SCAD aTV Fest 2020 | Alumni Voices Panel
Great experience speaking on the SCAD aTV Fest Alumni Voices panel. Honored to have the chance to return to my alma mater and share career experiences and insights with current film students alongside such incredible talent. Described my work in EPK and publicity in the film and television industry as well as commercial directing and producing.
The Making of Future
So proud of this project created for/by The WITH/agency, which I directed and produced. One of the most dynamic, fulfilling projects I’ve worked on yet.
“Future” Spot:
Cirque du Soleil’s The Illusionists
Thrilled to see this Broadway spot for Cirque du Soleil’s The Illusionists I directed and produced. Great crew and thrilled to have supported such an entertaining Broadway experience.
Live Performance | Commercial Capture
Great experience on an unexpected shoot with only a few days of pre-production. Multicam commercial shoot for a live performance heading to Broadway with an incredible team, for The WITH/agency. Turns out airpods can replace walkies.
#WearHeartOnSleeve
Enjoyed producing and editing this social piece for Parisa Wang handbags for a new campaign: #WearHeartOnSleeve
SCAD EMBRACE Conference 2019
Such a joy returning to my alma mater to speak with students about navigating early career experiences and building a strong foundation after graduation. We had meaningful conversations about personal growth, communication in the workplace, and creating thoughtful systems that support new employees. Grateful to have attended a university that prepares students for the real-world challenges and opportunities that come after college.
Atlanta Pride 2019
Incredible honor marching alongside IATSE 479 in Atlanta Pride this year. Honored not just to reflect on the past few years experiencing Atlanta, but to march with incredible creatives who proudly represent the film industry. A beautiful rainy day.
WITH/pride
Glad to have supported The WITH/agency in their work on this billboard for the iconic Fox Theatre, Atlanta Pride 2019.
The Fox Theatre by the WITH/agency
Thrilled to share the 'making of' film created by Johnny Kim and Glen Kwon (creators behind Stay Visualant) detailing the creation of a campaign and series of commercial spots for The Fox Theatre by the WITH/agency.
I've been working on this - producing and directing - over the past year, and more content will continue to roll out over the next six months. This project was ambitious, complex, and involved a crew of 50+ working tirelessly and being experts in their department (thinking about Joshua Wiley Sims, gaffer, and Whitney Hill Doyle, 1st AD, in particular).
Thank you to Jin Kim for lending your immense talent to this project - as DP and colorist. Over the past year it's been an honor to challenge each other and continue achieving the impossible.
Rose Freitag, it's been the thrill of my professional career working so closely with you. From writing scripts to starting every day with new challenges to overcome, I hope we work together for many years to come.
Thank you to The WITH/agency (including Blair Brady, Jamie Sims, Jon Voss, Jessica Erin Jackson., and everyone else on the team) for believing in this crew and supporting this production from pre-production through broadcast. The last year has been such a ride, and I look forward to many - even more ambitious - projects ahead.
WATCH | MAKING-OF “I AM THE FOX” CAMPAIGN
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Agency: WITH/agency (& Jessica Erin Jackson., Jon Voss, and the team)
Client: The Fox Theatre
Exec Prod: Blair Brady
Dir/Prod: Caleb Holland
Assoc Prod: Rose Freitag
DP: Jin Kim
1st AD: Whitney Hill Doyle
Key PA & much more: Jocelyn Key Nelson
1st AC: Nick Dollars Montalvo, Sam Scott
2nd AC: Sam Kim
Loader: Samuel M. Chun
Technocrane: Dynamic Remote Systems
Sound: JJ Brummett, Lou Rosado
Gaffer: Joshua Wiley Sims
DMX: William Jeremy Sims, Andy Terrell
Key Grip: Justin JP Powell
Swing: Jamie Schirmer, Max Walker
PAs: Qualen Bradley, Valerie Wilson, Jeremy Thao, Mallory Ivy
Theatre Crew: Amy Smith and many extraordinary Fox talent
Storyboard: Mantha Grant, Nathaniel Thompson
MUA: Jennifer Denise MUA
Wardrobe: The Closet Associates
Stills: Caleb Holland (campaign photography), Omega L Ruth Jr, Jay Kim
Editor: Caleb Holland
Asst. Editor: Nicole Rogers
VFX: Dalton Price
Sound Mixing: Dalton Price
Color: Jin Kim
Music/Orchestra: Jake Hull - Composer
BTS & Social Editor: Nicole Rogers
Crafty: Craft and Cater, We Got Them Snacks
July | Project Wrap
Honored & full of gratitude for the opportunity the last few days to direct/produce such an important & visually stunning commercial production for @thewithagency, to be released later this year. Exec Producer: @blairbradyatl, Assoc Producer: @rosefreitag, Creative Dir: @voss_art, AD: Whitney Doyle, DP: @jinematography, Gaffer: @joshuawsims, Stylist: @angelamullenstyle, BTS: @johnnyboytellem_, Stills: @omegaruthimagery
October Project Wrap
Wrapped on a project with The WITH/agency today - one of the most dynamic, challenging, and meaningful experiences I’ve had. So grateful to have had the experience of working so closely with the wit, fun, professionalism, and partnership w/ Rose Freitag for a project with such scope, and DP Jin Kim - incredible talent & skill.
SCAD 2018 EMBRACE Conference
Friday I had the honor of speaking on the SCAD 2018 EMBRACE Conference panel about building a purposeful and impactful career in the creative industry. Having graduated just 3 years ago, it was meaningful to share my journey and reflect on the years since. I then led a breakout session titled “Diverse Experiences & Lessons Learned,” discussing the key influences and milestones that have shaped my path so far. I was proud to speak about the creative leadership and mentorship I’ve received from teams at WITH/agency, Focus Features/Trailer Park, and Vaden Automotive Group as I launched my career. I also shared my gratitude for the remarkable women I’ve had the privilege of working for and alongside—thinking of Blair, Ann, Liz, Jane, Lora, and my colleagues at WITH/agency. Thank you Savannah College of Art and Design for having me.
Kaiser Permanente | Thrive Georgia Campaign
Kaiser Permanente | “Thrive GA” Campaign
Role: Director and Executive Producer
Details: Broadcast and digital campaign for the metro-Atlanta market, featuring a :30 spot, 2:00 web film, and OOH assets. Campaign reached millions.
BOY ERASED | Trailer
Can’t describe how I feel watching the trailer for Boy Erased (@boyerased). I had the honor of working on the film as EPK cinematographer/BTS documentarian (EPK: capturing daily behind the scenes footage & interviews w/ cast & crew). I still can’t believe this was the first motion picture I had the honor of working on. This project was personal in the deepest way for me. Read the book, watch the trailer, and support this film - it will change lives.
California Documentary Roadtrip
Beautiful experience over the last few weeks producing on a series of documentary shorts for a commercial production studio based in Atlanta.
'Boy Erased' Behind-the-scenes Documentarian
Wrapped early this morning on the most incredible experience of my life. Over the last 8 weeks I was honored to work as the behind the scenes documentarian on ‘Boy Erased,’ a forthcoming film about gay conversion therapy. In my role I interviewed cast and crew and captured daily BTS content. This project had deep personal meaning for me, and I’m awestruck that this is the first major motion picture I’ve worked on. This film, like the memoir on which it's based, will save lives and change minds, and I’m honored to have had a hand in it. So grateful for all the friends I’ve made during this incredible time.
The Cast of 'Boy Erased' Goes Purple for Spirit Day
The cast and crew of “Boy Erased” went purple this week from their set in Atlanta in support of GLAAD Spirit Day.