Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc - Key Production Crew
Welcome to the technical team page. For each job we carefully select and assemble the perfect core technical team depending on the specific skill sets required for on the shoot.
Philip Archer - Producer
Studio Owner, Managing Director, Head Engineer
Phil founded and has run Crucial Productions Inc. for the past 15 years. Armed with a degree in Recording Engineering from Full Sail University for the Recording Arts in Florida, Phil started Crucial as an audio recording and production facility. He quickly became known as the go-to provider of high-quality jingles and music beds, thanks to his extensive experience as a musician and performing artist with local bands, which began as a teenager. With the acquisition of Longbow Communications in 2007, Crucial Productions has expanded to become a full service audio and video production faciliyty, providing a range of services to local, regional and international clients. His facility at Pine Road, Belleville now includes a soundstage, green screen and live broadcast capabilities.
Phil has produced over a dozen Addy Award winning television and radio commercials and sat on judging and conference panels at conventions and conferences. Amongst his satisfied international clients are: McDonalds (U.S. Virgin Islands), FLOW (Barbados & Caribbean), Warner Brothers - Los Angeles, Superlotto (Caribbean), Vox Generation (London), Virgin Atlantic (Caribbean), Liat (Caribbean), Heineken, Scotiabank, First Caribbean International Bank and Producers Choice – Toronto.
He recently has produced several live and prerecorded TV shows and live broadcast concerts & shows for FLOW TV as a part of Crucial's preferred content partnership. These include the FLOW Soca On The Hill Concert 2016, Miss Universe Barbados 2016, 6 A.M. & Sharp morning show, The Insider: CEO Edition, and "Playback" - all broadcast on FLOW TV Channel 99.
Reference jobs:
- Sagicor 175 Campaign - Executive Producer
- Banks Quality - Production Company
- LIME CARIFTA Games Campaign - Producer/Director & Production Company
References:
Terry Brown - Partner, MLB Creative, US Virgin Islands
Tel: 13407748478 or Email: terri@mlbcreative.com
Emma Saba - Creative Director of Virgo Communications, Barbados
Tel: 2346112 or Email: esaba@virgocomm.com
Jennifer Stafford - Lead Digital Account Manager, St. John & Partners, Florida
Tel: 19043829999 or Email: jenstafford@sip.com
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Michelle de Caires - Marketing & Creative Executive
A multi-award winning professional with eight years experience in marketing and advertising, working for a wide variety of brands across diverse industries. She has experience as a respected leader and member of a number of corporate and creative teams and possesses the ability to relate to people of all levels. She is flexible and works well leading and/or being part of a team, as well as individually. Very comfortable working in a fast paced, hands-on, growth orientated work environment, with a proven ability to ensure that brand messages, standards and communications are understood and implemented effectively and efficiently.
Past experience:
2013-2016 Group Marketing Manager – Automotive Art International
2010-2013 Creative/Account Executive – Red Advertising & Marketing Ltd.
Job References:
Automotive Art - Driven By Colour - Executive Producer, producer
Professional References:
Doug Armstrong - CEO, Automotive Art Group
Neil Barnard - Partner, 809 Design Associates Inc.
Contacts available upon request.
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Tracy Fowler - Line Producer, Production Coordinator
Tracy is a Mass Media and Communications specialist with more than 15 years experience in conceptualizing, packaging, marketing and management of a wide range of music projects, film/video, radio and Caribbean TV.
As a FLOW TV content partner and a versatile multimedia producer in all mediums, Tracy is the "hit-woman" that every production needs. She's killer!
Reference Jobs:
2 Mile Hill - "It's Over" - Music video - Producer.
The Insider: CEO Edition FLOW TV - Host, Producer, Executive Producer
References:
Ms. Emma Saba Creative Director of Virgo Communications
Tel: 2346112 or Email: esaba@virgocomm.com
Mr. Dominic Beaubrun General Manager of Starcom Network Inc.
Tel: 4307300 or Email: dbeaubrun@starcomnetwork.net
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Michael Edwards - Cinematographer & Director of Photography
Michael is a camera and lighting operator with over 25 years experience. He has lit and lensed numerous ADDY award winning commercials and is a popular freelancer for visiting international broadcasters including NBC and ITV. Last year he was flown in to join the production team in New York working on the video of the 25th Anniversary celebrations for Spike Lee's Do The Right Thing.
Reference Jobs:
Central Bank of Barbados: Economic Insight.bb
References:
Lisa Harewood - Producer
Gatehouse Media
lisa.harewood@gmail.com
Allison Carolyn Cadogan - VP - Creative Services
G&A Communications Inc.
allison@gadesign.com.bb
Amery Butcher - Camera Assistant
A 26-year-old Barbadian writer, photographer and videographer. He is currently a final year student at the Errol Barrow Centre for Creative Imagination pursuing his passion in the art of filmmaking. Amery excels in the field of cinematography and photography and has traveled the Caribbean as a photographer producing work for companies such as Flow, Barbados Today, Nation Publishing Co. Ltd, U.N. Aid, NatGeo, Zing Magazine, Caribbean's Next Top Model, N.C.F. and the Community Development Department. He has also been an integral part of the production of music videos for artist such as Debbie Reifer (The Ruins), Adaeze (3X A Dae) and Neesha Woodz (Stand Up For Christ). Amery was also a member of the documentary team for the Barbados contingent of CARIFESTA 2015 in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Reference jobs:
Debbie Reifer - The Ruin (Director / Camera1)
Carifesta XII Preroll (Camera 1)
Professional References:
Tyson Henry - Magazine Coordinator
Tel:(246) 430-5464 Email: tysonhenry@nationnews.com
Risée Chaderton-Charles - Photographer, Eye.One.Visuals
Tel: 246-823-1191 Email: eyeonevisuals@gmail.com
Aerial Videography & Photography
Above Barbados are licensed & insured aerial video & photography specialists. Utilising remote-controlled quadcopters / multi-rotor uavs / drones.
At the 2016 Barbados Film & Video Association awards, Above Barbados were awarded the inaugural Drone Film category award for our film Rising Forwards - "Barbados at 50."
Another co-production relationship that leaves us on cloud 9.
Visit www.abovebarbados.com to see their beautiful work.
Alyson Holder - Photographer
Born and raised in the Caribbean, has been making a name for herself in the photography world with her recent body of work. The talented young photographer is known throughout the region for her creativity and innovate thinking. Alyson has a keen interest in creating stunning iconic images through visuals as she achieves a certain intimacy with the subject as well as the opportunity to capture their subtle nuances. Her varying projects are a series of experiments in production and circumstance.
Alyson's client list includes local and regional published magazines and newspapers as well as top-brands including Ralph Lauren, Terra Caribbean, Red Door Bar and Lounge, Nishi Restaurant, Silver Point Hotel, Republic 21, Lucid Bar and Lounge, Infusion Catering Services, Zulu International, Aura Experience, Eye Focus Inc. and international designers Coco and Breezy.
To view Alyson Holder's work visit www.AlysonHolder.com
Management Company: Loud8
Photography Equipment List:
Camera Cards (44G)
Reflectors
Canon 7D
Canon 1.8mm lens
Canon 18-55 mm lens
Canon 70-300 lens
Canon Flash
Studio Lights
Rental Equipment
55-70 mm Canon Lens (Upon Availability)
* Additional Equipment can be sourced upon request
Travis Springer - Audio Specialist
Audio Engineer Travis Springer received his education from The Institute of Audio Research in New York as well as Full Sail University in Florida, receiving a B.Sc. in Recording Arts. Travis’ main focus is in Audio for film where he’s worked on various films and TV series in the US and Barbados whether that be in Post Production or on set as a Recorder/Mixer. He is also involved in various aspects of music production and TV Broadcast as a freelancer in Barbados.
Reference Jobs:
The Marriage Of Reason and Squalor (TV) - Mixer/Recordist
A Caribbean Dream (Film) - Boom Op
Samples available upon request
Professional References:
References available upon specific request.
Jeffrey “Energy” Warden – Gaffer & Grip
26 years of experience means that "Energy" is the man in the business that has trained some of the biggest professionals in the business in Barbados. He knows his craft inside out, is a certified electrician, and his strong work ethic and team spirit brings an undeniable "energy" to any production!
Reference Jobs:
Professional References:
Howard Palmer - Film Barbados
Merville Lynch - Merville Lynch Productions
Contact info available on request
Michael Watkins - Digital Video Specialist, 3D & 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, Video Editing - ADDY Award Winner
Michael has a diploma in Electrical Engineering, Advanced Videography, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Animation from Concordia University Montreal QC, Canada in 2001.
Having taught courses in 3D Animation at the Ministry of Education, as well as courses at Barbados Community College in Video Editing, Motion Graphics, and Web Programming, he is proficient in spoken and written French. Having conceptualized and produced the 3D animated intro and extro of the Caribbean Super Lotto show, he is perfectly poised to work on this project in pre-production.
Michael has been a key developer and coder in Crucial Productions' proprietary multilayered graphics playback system, which is the only one of its kind in Barbados. He is a no-nonsense, hard-working individual, and is a highly valued addition to the Crucial Productions team.
Reference Jobs:
Professional References:
Gillian Hassle - Aeries Technologies
gillian@my11plus.com
Bob Kiss - Photographer
246.423.6601
ColourCoded - Hair, Makeup & Wardrobe Partners
ColourCoded founders La Shawn Clarke and Danielle Archer registered the company in 2010 with very humble expectations. Since then, dreams have been realized and possibilities have become endless! With internationally recognized certi cations in both bridal and airbrush makeup application, ColourCoded provides makeup services for individual, commercial and creative needs such as; special events, weddings, print, video and visual media.
In addition, the diverse team offers face paint, hair and wardrobe styling, making ColourCoded a one stop shop for both consumer and commercial clients. Their portfolio includes campaigns for Lime, Digicel, the Ministry of Tourism, Sol, St. Peter’s Bay, New Age Rebel (UK clothing line) and Sagicor to name a few.
Since access to quality cosmetics suited to Caribbean complexions and climate is very limited, ColourCoded started retailing on a small scale. For that reason, ColourCoded has become a trusted source for clients and other industry professionals over the years.
Reference Jobs:
See more makeup samples in the downloadable media kit above.
Professional references available on specific request
David Hoad - Prop Management and Set Design
David is a cool guy and an amazing surfer! He can also make pretty much anything. David has worked with “Film Barbados” for the last 10 years as props manager and set designer. His wealth of all-round knowledge on set is an asset to any production.
Reference Jobs:
"Caribbean Homes" - Home & Garden TV
Professional References:
Howard Palmer - Film Barbados
Rob Whitehouse - Independent filmmaker
Contact info available on request
Administrative Production Staff
Julie Turney – Admin & Accounts Management
David Marshall – Driver & Runner (Covered long back truck)
Chantelle Evelyn – Production Assistant
Kerry Lyn Coppin – Production Assistant
Graham Johnson – Sound Engineer and Production Assistant