Dave Lent, Co-Producer Dave Lent brings fifty years of experience as a video producer, director, cameraman, writer, and editor. His work has focused on the dimly lit corners of human nature and society and include Life Without, Staying Alive, Hotel Macedonia, The 5 Keys to Mastery, and Amazing Place. Based in Oakland, California, Dave is author of The Laws of Camerawork, Video Rules, and The Mastery Class. He is also inventor of the SteadyBag, PickupStix, LensEnd, and GelFile, production tools used by video and photo professionals worldwide.
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Troy Jones, Co-Producer. Troy Jones is a seasoned leader with over three decades of experience in media and advertising technology, honed through roles at prominent Radio and Television stations, including the renowned NBC affiliate KRON-TV. Transitioning to the startup arena, Troy joined WideOrbit, where he contributed to groundbreaking software solutions aimed at enhancing business operations for media companies. Troy’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence position him as an industry influencer, continually pushing boundaries and empowering teams to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of media technology.
Trudy Hutcherson, Co-Producer and Director of Photography Trudy Hutcherson’s skill as a visual storyteller is grounded in her ability to craft compelling images. Her career began over 20yrs ago at GVI, a DC-based boutique production company specializing in messaging pieces for non-profit organizations. Since then, her work has expanded to include international news, newsmagazine and documentary. This work has taken her all over the world, including her coverage of the Iraq war, Hurricane Katrina, and the 2010 earthquake in Haiti. Currently, she is shooting and producing media for the Smithsonian African American Museum and shooting a documentary series that explores religious faith through the lens of African American millennials.
Susan Burgess-Lent, Executive Producer A veteran of both the broadcast television and the international humanitarian assistance industries, Susan is a realist about what can interfere with the best conceived plans. She specializes in problem solving across cultures and in financial accountability.
Contact: Susan@TrudDatPro.com