OUR UNITED STATES TEAM
JOSH LEONG
WRITER / DIRECTOR
Josh Leong is a Webby Award®-winning writer, director, and producer from the NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Awarded by President Obama, Josh was a semifinalist at the DGA Commercial Directors Diversity Program and spotlight director with NBCUniversal’s Scene in Color Film Series, presented by Target. He was most recently awarded a blind script deal with NBCUniversal and acclaimed film producer, Will Packer. Having screened at six Academy Award®-qualifying festivals and in 11 countries across the world, his latest film, CHICKEN, will premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival.
SOFIA BARA
PRODUCER / ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Sofia Bara is an Argentinean writer and producer based in New York City. She has produced numerous commercials and short films, specializing in international production from Puerto Rico to Romania. Whether writing or producing, Sofia views film as a catalyst for truthful stories and instigating change. While pursuing a BFA at NYU Tisch School of the Arts and a Minor in Business, Sofia works on LAW AND ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT. Currently, she interns at Inner Child Productions under Debbie Liebling, former executive at 20th Century Fox and Universal Pictures.
TOM INGWERSEN
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Tom Ingwersen is a German filmmaker currently studying at NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Working for Bauer Media he has travelled around the world capturing stories from all walks of life. He has been the director of photography for award winning films, such as The Other Side. As a writer/director he is currently working on a short film in production and a feature length film in pre-production.
SOPHIA HERIVEAUX
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
Sophia Loren Heriveaux is a New York City based producer, screenwriter & director of both narrative and documentary films, and since 2017 has operated her production company Goldfin Films. Currently an undergrad Film & Television student at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Sophia has worked on short and feature length productions, namely her first feature “Grounded” (producer) and a short doc “Good Jazz Back to You” (director). Her work has been shot around the world from New York to Los Angeles, France, China, South Africa and Ethiopia.
CELIA TEWEY
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Celia Tewey a visual artist and producer based in NYC and Boulder, Colorado. She is currently a student at NYU pursuing a major in Film & Television Production with minors in Journalism, Entertainment Producing, BEMT, and BioEthics. Celia has had the opportunity to collaborate with notable companies and events such as New York Fashion Week, Wilhelmina Models, IAModels New York, Panavision New York, Chocolove Chocolate Company, and more, and she hopes to pursue a career in documentary and docu-drama storytelling.
GRACE SESSINGHAUS
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Grace Sessinghaus is a Singer, Songwriter, and Businesswoman originally from Los Angeles, California, now based in New York City. She began songwriting at the age of seven, which inspired her to receive professional vocal training at the age of eleven and join a multitude of high-level performance groups during her secondary school education. Grace is currently studying at the Clive Davis Institute, on track to acquire a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Recorded Music. In addition to her music, she is passionate about spreading the importance of authenticity and storytelling.
OLIVIA FOURNIER
SCRIPT SUPERVISOR
Olivia is a musician, photographer, and creative based in Los Angeles, California. Driven by a passion to create, she has had the opportunity to use her skills on multiple individual and collaborative projects. A couple years ago, her graphic designs received the attention of thousands, prompting her to realize that there is no thing she would rather do than create. Currently, Olivia is focused on music projects. In her words, “I’ve been inspired by many and I’m here to do the same, to inspire others.”
CAMERON PROTZMAN
ART DIRECTOR
Cameron Protzman is a filmmaker and actress based in Los Angeles and New York City. She loves creative producing, directing, and production design. However, she is also exploring any and all interests and opportunities that may come her way as a filmmaker at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts.
PHILLIP KEARNEY
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Phil is a NYU Stern student, military veteran, and entertainment industry enthusiast. Before attending college, he served for four years in the US Navy as an analyst on a ship. During his service, he earned top marks on advancement exams and traveled the world while gaining leadership experience. His journey led him to New York, where he pursued an education at the NYU Stern School of Business. His love for the entertainment industry has resulted in internships at Warner Bros. and NBCUniversal.