Vonti Talks with Filmmakers

Jay Garcia has spent many years discovering Talent and getting you hired for Major TV and Film Studios. Including places like Paramount, ViacomCBS, Disney, Warner Media, Sony Pictures and many more. He shares his story of how to excel in end-to-end recruiting and talent sourcing; specializing in high-volume and executive roles. Jay is a skilled leader in SEO-optimized HR staffing, vendor managemen...

Episode 10 continues our discussion with Alberto Ferreras. A New York-based #journalist, #author and #filmmaker, known for media projects that explore and explain the #diversity and complexity of the US Latino experience. In 2021 he created "Somos" the first commissioned piece of the National American #latino Museum, for the Molina Family Gallery at the National Museum of American #history in Wash...

Alberto Ferreras is a New York-based #journalist, #author and #filmmaker, known for media projects that explore and explain the #diversity and complexity of the US Latino experience. In 2021 he created "Somos" the first commissioned piece of the National American #latino Museum, for the Molina Family Gallery at the National Museum of American #history in Washington, DC. Learn more about him at htt...

Screenwriter and Producer Doug Shaffer is always on the lookout for great faith based and family scripts. He recently produced the Sony film, "5000 BLANKETS" that is based on a true story. Doug is a P.G.A. member who has done feature films, television movies, commercials, branded content, EPKs and industrial videos. Check out his work: Douglas Shaffer - IMDb Visit our Youtube channel Vonti Pi...

Screenwriter and Producer Doug Shaffer is always on the lookout for great faith based and family scripts. He recently produced the Sony film, "5000 BLANKETS" that is based on a true story. Doug is a P.G.A. member who has done feature films, television movies, commercials, branded content, EPKs and industrial videos. Check out his work: Douglas Shaffer - IMDb Visit our Youtube channel Vonti Pi...

Naeema J. Torres (she/her) is an award-winning, Chicago-area filmmaker originally from New York City. She breaks down what it takes to become an Impact Producer. Her prior work for companies such as Cinverse and HBO plus passion for non-fiction storytelling, marketing, sales, and distribution strategy led her to producing. Visit our Youtube channel Vonti Pictures - YouTube for previous video episo...

Naeema J. Torres (she/her) is an award-winning, Chicago-area filmmaker originally from New York City. She breaks down what it takes to become an Impact Producer. Her prior work for companies such as Cinverse and HBO plus passion for non-fiction storytelling, marketing, sales, and distribution strategy led her to producing. Visit our Youtube channel Vonti Pictures - YouTube for previous video episo...

The final chapter of a 2-part discussion on the upcoming "Squid Game: The Challenge" competition. Including how his Casting department helped to find 456 players fighting to win the largest prize in game show HISTORY of $4.56 million dollars!! He gives insight on how he's remained in the Casting game for over 20 years! Plus offering inspiration on those wanting to be a part of the journey. Stay up...

We discuss the upcoming "Squid Game: The Challenge" competition. Including how his Casting department helped to find 456 players fighting to win the largest prize in game show HISTORY of $4.56 million dollars!! He gives insight on how he's remained in the Casting game for over 20 years! Plus offering inspiration on those wanting to be a part of the journey. Don't forget to watch Part 2 dropping ne...

Special 1 hour episode to close our final episode with Dave Bossert. His Book "Nightmare Before Christmas: Visual Companion" has launched on 9/26/203. We continue our discussion of his 30+ year career at Disney working on animated projects like Beauty and the Beast , The Little Mermaid , Aladdin , Lion King , Pocahontas & many more.   Details to purchase his book can be found at www....

Dave Bossert discusses his upcoming Book "Nightmare Before Christmas: Visual Companion" . Plus his prior 30+ year career at Disney working on animated projects like Beauty and the Beast , The Little Mermaid , Aladdin , Lion King , Pocahontas & many more.   Details to purchase his book can be found at www.davidbossert.com Stay updated with our podcast schedule by bookmarking our websi...

Snapshot of Guests: Mike Spiller -  Exec. Producer/Director The Mindy Project Alberto Ferreras -  HBO Habla Docu Series Doug Shaffer -  Sony 5000 Blankets Rich Leist -  Netflix Director of Unscripted Casting Dave Bossert -  Former Disney VFX Supervisor Jay Garcia -  Paramount Talent Recruiter Kate Phelan -  Cinematographer Naeema Torres -  Impact P...