Team Archives - Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark

Branden Stanley — Sat, 10 Feb 2024 15:46:48 +0000

Rob founded Spirit Juice Studios in 2007 for the purpose of elevating Catholic evangelization through powerful visuals and masterful storytelling. Since that time, Rob has guided and overseen the company as it has grown to become a premier and award-winning creator of top-tier Catholic media content. A Chicago area native, Rob originally began his career with a background in radio production and business marketing. Since founding Spirit Juice, he has gone on to work with clients from 15 countries, earn 12 Emmy Awards, and complete thousands of projects ranging from documentaries and music videos to podcasts and commercials which have generated over one billion views. With his wife Kim, Rob is the proud father of two boys and enjoys spending time with them and popping a wheelie on his bike during the weekend

The post Rob Kaczmark appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.

Seneca Lester

Branden Stanley — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 16:47:24 +0000

AS VP of Operations, Seneca ensures the smooth and efficient execution of all operations at Spirit Juice including overseeing decisions related to staffing, budgets, new technologies acquisition, operational systems implementation, and facility management. Originally hailing from Arizona, Seneca has long had a passion for film production and after graduating from National-Luis University immediately began work in the industry first as a production assistant and then production manger in both television and film including credits for television series such as Gangland, National Geographic: Inside 9/11, Mobsters, and Find Our Missing. Prior joining Spirit Juice in 2020 Seneca has produced many projects earning five Emmys, a Gabriel and multiple Catholic Media Awards. Seneca is a devoted husband and proud father of two and enjoys skateboarding in his spare time.

The post Seneca Lester appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.

Branden Stanley

Branden Stanley — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:49:46 +0000

Branden guides and manages the innovative team at Spirit Juice tasked with developing the creative vision and cinematic power of every project. Since joining Spirit Juice in 2014, he has earned five Emmy Awards for his work and has used his diverse areas of expertise to guide the creation of hundreds of films, documentaries, and narrative pieces. In his current role, Branden ensures the continued excellence of all Spirit Juice films by motivating the team under his leadership to develop new techniques and processes using state-of-the-art equipment and collaborative teamwork. Branden is a graduate of Ball State University and enjoys spending his free time with his wife Alea and their three energetic boys.

The post Branden Stanley appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.

Victoria McEachern

Branden Stanley — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 16:51:55 +0000

As Director of Business Development, Victoria connects and introduces Spirit Juice Studios to individuals and organizations that seek to express their work and mission through the kind of visual media Spirit Juice specializes in. Before coming to Spirit Juice, Victoria worked for ten years in the fields of information technology and communications, including for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and as the director of communications for a national Catholic evangelization organization. Upon coming to Spirit Juice in 2020, Victoria first worked as a producer and director of production where she oversaw and managed the projects of the production department as the company more than doubled in size within three years. During this time, she worked as the producer of the feature-length documentary film Heart of a Servant on the life of Father Edward Flanagan, the founder of historic Boys Town, Nebraska. A native of Alberta, Canada, Victoria graduated from the University of British Columbia and enjoys spending her free time downhill skiing, cycling, and finding the best coffee shops when traveling for shoots.

The post Victoria McEachern appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.

Marissa Van Kley

Branden Stanley — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 16:54:31 +0000

As Director of Production, Marissa provides leadership and oversight for all projects by facilitating communication, managing teams, and maintaining positive client relations to ensure client satisfaction and quality. A native of Tennessee, Marissa graduated Magna Cum Laude from Belmont University with her B.A. in French and Classical Voice before teaching English full time in Provins, France at the Lycée Les Pannevelles where she developed her strengths for group collaboration, training, and leadership. Since coming to Spirit Juice in 2018, Marissa has earned a Gabriel Award for producing St. Junípero Serra — A Man of God, A Mission of Love for the Knights of Columbus, a Catholic Press Award for Santa María de Guadalupe: Mujer Eucarística (also for the Knights of Columbus), and has been nominated for multiple Emmy Awards. With her husband Kent, Marissa enjoys spending her free time baking, singing, reading, and playing with their two adorable cats, Couscous and Sylvie.

The post Marissa Van Kley appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.

Jessie Schiffer

Branden Stanley — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 16:55:40 +0000

As creative director, Jessie oversees and guides the work of all the directors and directors of photography to ensure the creative vision of every project is successfully realized. Before coming to Spirit Juice, Jessie worked for five years in Los Angeles on a variety of film and video projects as a production assistant, story analyst, and producer. Since coming to Spirit Juice in 2020, Jessie has earned an Emmy Award for her work on the Diocese of Wichita’s film Fr. Kapaun Comes Home, has been nominated for two additional Emmys, and has worked closely with numerous clients both nationally and internationally. Jessie earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Benedictine College in 2011 and her MBA in film production from John Paul the Great Catholic University in 2014. Jessie is grateful for the opportunity to infuse her work with her faith and to combine her love of logistics with the artistry of film. When not making or watching films, Jessie enjoys traveling, running, and spending time with friends and family, usually outdoors.

The post Jessie Schiffer appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.

Kelly Cunningham

Branden Stanley — Sun, 04 Feb 2024 16:59:40 +0000

As supervising producer, Kelly works closely with the Director of Production in overseeing all aspects of the production department. She also works closely with the Development Department and executive team to ensure all projects run smoothly from concept to final delivery. Before coming to Spirit Juice in 2021, Kelly worked in Austin, Los Angeles, and Chicago as a 2nd and 1st assistant director for multiple independent and short films as well as commercials. Since joining Spirit Juice, she has worked on numerous projects including as the writer and associate producer for a new feature length documentary on the life of Father Edward Flanagan, the founder of the historic Boys Town in Nebraska. Kelly graduated from the University of Iowa in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in cinema and later went on to earn a MFA in screenwriting from DePaul University. Kelly is an avid fan of all things related to film and the performing arts. She loves keeping up to date on the latest TV and movie releases and is also a frequent attendee at performances by Broadway in Chicago.

The post Kelly Cunningham appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.

Cynthia Guerrero

Branden Stanley — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 17:06:14 +0000

Office Manager

The post Cynthia Guerrero appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.

Bernadette Enriquez

Branden Stanley — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:07:44 +0000

Production / Scheduling Manager

The post Bernadette Enriquez appeared first on Spirit Juice Studios.