Our Team

Kimberly Browning - Co-Producer

Kimberley is a filmmaker and film festival professional. She is the founder and Festival Director of the Hollywood Shorts Film Festival, which launched in 1998 in Los Angeles. She is an Associate Short Film Programmer at the Tribeca Film Festival and is the Program Advisor of Tribeca's feature film production program AT&T Untold Stories. She also serves as Chair of the Film Panel at YoungARTS. Based in LA, she is originally from the Washington DC area and is a member of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences.

Val Thrasher - Film Editor

Creative video editor with 10+ years of experience shaping emotionally resonant stories for films and global brands. Known for crafting narrative arcs with heart, collaborating cross-functionally, and bringing bold, human-centered storytelling to every frame. Strong eye for rhythm, pacing, and structure.

Karen Dola - Archival Producer

With 30+ years of production experience in the television and film industry, I am an adept footage research and clearance expert known for my meticulous attention to detail and legal compliance. My career is highlighted by a track record of spearheading rights management for a diverse array of productions, ranging from documentaries (celebrity, sports, music), feature films, entertainment news, talk shows, true crime series, reality, and game shows.

My expertise encompasses vigorous tenacity of finding and clearing photo and footage material in the areas of copyright, talent and music clearances. I am skilled in licensing negotiations, keeping licensing costs within budgets, and work well under pressure when meeting production deadlines.

Joe Carroll - Assistant Editor

Experienced Video Producer with a demonstrated history of working in the media production industry. Skilled in Digital Strategy, Post Production Workflow and Talent Development. Strong media and communication professional with a Master's degree focused in Media from Southampton Solent University.