Meet the team
We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for art, storytelling, and creative exploration.
Estevan Valdes
Founder / Head CreativeProducer / Director / Writer / EditorEstevan is a graduate of the University of Georgia’s MFA program in Film, where he honed his voice as both a writer and producer. He has directed, written, and edited multiple feature films, documentaries, television projects, and short films; bringing a producer’s precision to every production.
As the son of Colombian and Cuban immigrants, he draws from a rich cultural heritage that informs his storytelling with depth and perspective. He also used to play professional golf!
Kyle Curtiss
Production & Marketing ManagerDirector / Sound / CameraA graduate of the University of Central Florida with a degree in Entertainment Business, Kyle has always been driven by a passion for music and live events. As a DJ and creative, he loves working festivals, concerts, and directing music videos; bringing sound and visuals together in ways that feel powerful and authentic.
He currently serves as a board operator for The Daily Flash tv show and the Tales of Whoa podcast. When he’s not on set or behind the decks, you can usually find him at the beach.
Ian Ray
CreativeDirector / Writer / Actor / EditorIan Ray is filmmaker and actor from Central Illinois. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a bachelor's degree in film, and a minor in Theatre. Ian has been a passionate storyteller from a very young age, and has pursued that passion into adulthood through acting, writing, and directing. Whether he’s bringing a character to life, writing a unique story, or helping on set to bring a project to fruition, his dedication to his craft is ever-present.
Nicolas Scott
CinematographerDirector / Writer / EditorNicolas is a Florida native with a degree in Film and brings his creative vision and production expertise to every project. An expert camera operator with a strong foundation in pre-production within the camera dept, he thrives on building visual stories from concept to final frame. Known for an experimental and creative editing style, as well as a sharp eye for lighting, he is always looking for dynamic ways to push visual storytelling forward. (especially if it has anything to do with the horror genre)
Ryan Frazier
Writer / Actor / EditorRyan was the kid who watched movies on repeat. That passion for film grew alongside a background in theatre, where he has been involved in stage productions since childhood. Ryan began editing in high school and quickly fell in love with shaping stories.
Today, Ryan is a writer and creative for The Vicious Racket and co-host of Screen Sessions, where he shares his love of cinema through discussion and analysis. Outside of film, he also plays 13 different instruments, always exploring new ways to tell stories creatively.
Chris Lewis
Director / Writer / EditorChristopher Lewis is an Atlanta-based filmmaker who recently earned his MFA in Film from the University of Georgia.
Specializing in genre storytelling, he focuses on creating character-driven narratives defined by strong atmosphere and a distinct visual style. He is the director and writer of our short film, "The Damned Thing." He frequently collaborates with his twin brother, to develop new creative projects.