We are directors, filmmakers, editors & designers

Meet Mike, a former dreamer of rock stardom turned passionate artist and design aficionado. Armed with an MFA from Kent State, he soared into the creative scene as an Art Director in Washington, DC. His true calling beckoned him to venture out on his own. Now, as CEO and CCO of his own agency, Mike champions bold creativity and collaboration. Beyond the studio, he finds solace hiking with his wife and pups, and lending a helping hand at the local animal shelter.

Meet Haley, Vice President at The Garden Creative, boasting over a decade of experience in production. With a passion for planning and a knack for creative solutions, Haley shines in her role, collaborating with clients and team members alike. Off the clock, you'll find her whipping up culinary delights, diving into a good book, or indulging her creative side with a craft project always in hand.

Meet Scott, our Art and Animation Director, blending tech savvy from his computer IT roots with a creative flair honed at Towson University. A gaming enthusiast, concert-goer, and brewery explorer, Scott's passion for adventure is matched only by his dream of hitting the racetrack one day.

Meet Andrew, Creative Director at The Garden Creative. Growing up in Ohio, the closest Andrew could get to filmmaking was studying the special features of the Lord of the Rings DVDs. His journey from software engineer, to one-man-band filmmaker, to now director, has him pinching himself whenever he shoots on Arri Ultra Primes (the same lenses used on Lord of the Rings). Outside of geeking out at work, he cherishes time in the mountains with his wife and daughter.

Meet Slavens, a movie lover since the 80s, he brings a deep appreciation for story and film language to The Garden as an associate creative director. Beyond making videos, his interests in making extend to pop-up books, miniatures, Xmas ornaments, and graphic novels.

Meet Eileen, with an MBA from George Mason, she found her calling at Discovery Communications, where she spent over 20 years crafting content and solving many creative challenges. Now the Director of Operations at The Garden, she still encounters something new every day. Off the clock, she indulges in reading, taking classes, and immersing herself in classic films, particularly film noir.

Meet Jodi, a Towson alum, she is vibrant force in the production world her dynamic expertise spans across events, video and photo productions. With a colorful career spanning from Stanley Black & Decker, to NFL Films before joining The Garden as a Senior Producer, she is a maestro behind the scenes building relationships and fostering a positive teamwork driven environment. Off duty, she’s baking, knitting and spending time with her dog.

Meet Patrick, a University of Vermont alumnus with a passion for connecting with others, exploring new experiences, and storytelling. Known for his ability to unite individuals and ensure that each project is meticulously managed, he is committed to bringing every project exactly what it needs . In his personal time, Patrick enjoys photography, biking, and culinary pursuits.

Meet Meghan, a seasoned traveler with roots in ten states, courtesy of her Army upbringing. A Virginia Commonwealth University alum, she cut her teeth in disaster relief at the Red Cross before settling in NYC at The Garden as a Producer. She thrives on the finer details that leave a lasting impression on clients. When not immersed in project planning, she's an avid reader and craft enthusiast.

Meet Justin, our Motion Designer/Illustrator extraordinaire, turning dreams into visual wonders since his days at the Rhode Island School of Design. When not crafting masterpieces at The Garden, he's sketching at the zoo or indulging in bad movies with friends.

Meet Ian, our dynamic Animator and 3D Motion Designer, whose journey from Ringling College of Art + Design has led him to The Garden. Balancing both worlds seamlessly, Ian brings his creative prowess to every project. Off-duty, he's making waves in swimming, conquering triathlons, and diving deep into the world of cinema.

Meet Gabe, a multi-talented soul torn between motocross, stand-up comedy, and filmmaking. Luckily, he chose the latter. A Syracuse alum, he started as a PA on a film bridging Japanese and American baseball, working his way through a variety of post production positions before settling at The Garden as an editor and has started directing as a filmmaker. Off duty, he's devoted to his 19lb cat, indulges in stand-up comedy, and lives and breathes all things film.

Meet Nico, before graduating from Ringling College of Art + Design, she produced her entire Senior Show. She now channels that work ethic at The Garden as a Graphic Designer/Motion Graphics Designer. When she’s not creating her next masterpiece at work, Nico plays video games, works with puppets and is a huge film buff.