We are all like
the Elf--
Creatures of
magnificent ability
born with no insight or memory
Against all odds finding our harmony
No matter our circumstance
the Outcome is the same
Eternal Source within
is waiting to be
unlocked.
Writer / Producer
Shannon Callsen
Shannon Callsen is a filmmaker, musician, and community organizer located in Brooklyn. Her script "Ring of Silence" was sold to Amazon Prime in 2019, and she has directed /written/produced/edited short films and worked crew of features and commercials. A deeper exploration of philosophy and healing led to a spiritual journey and Shannon selling all her possessions to live on top of a mountain off grid in Italy. In 2018 Shannon moved from Europe to New York City with a message and a mission.
Always behind the camera, it was pandemic 2020 when the Elf was born. Times Square, a world stage empty. Shannon felt comfortable enough to create a character and get on that stage. Her second day outside she went viral.
Eager to connect with people like she'd never been able to before, Shannon overcame severe social anxiety and put hersElf out there as a beloved character for the city to adore. After several joyous years of building community as 'Elf of Nyc," she has developed a full mythology for the character to truly come to life and tribute this city that pushes evolution for all of us even when we don't feel capable of it. This is the mythology of New York City's best kept secret: Elf of Nyc.
Director
Donte Bouyer is an Award winning Director based out of New York. He’s directed music videos, commercials, and short films throughout the last 10 years.
As a young boy Donte would sit in front of the T.V. and re-imagine everything he saw on the screen with action figures and loud sound effects. It wasn’t until he watched his first behind-the-scenes featurette that he discovered directing was the path for him.
Growing up in the inner city of Boston, Massachusetts there were very few opportunities for independent filmmakers. In 2013 Donte bought his first camera and opened a small production company called Mighty Productions after is brother passed away. He started shooting music videos for local artists in his neighborhood.
In 2016, Donte moved to New York and started working as a Production Assistant in film and TV.
In 2019, he joined the Directors Guild of America.
Now he primarily works as a 2nd Assistant Director on film & tv sets across the country.
Donte has since Directed three short films: Freeloaders, Why Tomorrow Never Comes and the Award-winning 'Pandora.' Donte is currently working on two feature films, one of which is in development and the other is in production.
Donte aspires to direct narrative work full time. He also hopes to start a non-profit aimed at opening new doors for the inner-city kids across the country who are interested in learning filmmaking.
Producer
Dan Harmon
Don Harmon is an actor and producer currently based in New York, having relocated from Hong Kong with ambitious dreams. Initially carving out a career in finance and insurance sales, Don discovered his true passion for filmmaking quite unexpectedly. He stepped into the film industry after being offered a role in a commercial shoot on an emergency replacement, an experience that irrevocably changed his career trajectory.
Fuelled by this newfound passion, Don founded his own production company in Hong Kong. He later expanded his reach by establishing a startup agency in New York. His agency aims to bridge the creative and cultural gap between China and America, fostering collaborations that highlight the diversity of global cultures through innovative commercials and storytelling.
Dons vision extends beyond commercials; he aspires to create cinematic masterpieces that resonate with the grandeur of films like "Dune." With a blend of creativity and business acumen, he is dedicated to bringing his unique ideas to the big screen, aiming to craft stories that captivate and inspire audiences worldwide.
VFX Studio
Specialize in transforming music into captivating visual stories through 3D animation, music video production, and immersive concert visuals, particularly for the EDM industry.
Our Mission
At Gamut Studio, we specialize in transforming music into captivating visual stories through 3D animation, music video production, and immersive concert visuals, particularly for the EDM industry.
Our work is featured at iconic venues worldwide and garners millions of views online, bridging the gap between digital presence and live shows.
Director of Photography
Filmmaker. Photographer. Musician. World traveler. Jack of (many) trades.
Born and raised in New York, Ross studied filmmaking at the New York Film Academy and the School of Cinema and Performing Arts in his youth. As an undergraduate, he continued his education at Emerson College's prestigious film program in Boston, MA where he created a couple of award-winning short films.
Now back in New York after a stint in LA and backpacking around the globe, he shoots commercials, documentaries, music videos, and films, always striving to learn more about his craft and the world around him.
Costume Designer
Naomy Cartagena
Naomy Cartagena-Cotto is actively the Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor at The Juilliard School. She is a Costume Designer and Stylist based in New York City, who’s passion for clothes, the performing arts, and storytelling started at a very young age.
As an only child, who's mother would often work late, she had to spend a lot of time by herself which often meant sitting in front of a TV and watching movies all day. They didn’t have cable, so all she watched were DVDs, and when she started seeing all the Behind the Scenes content she was mesmerized by life on set.
Growing up in Puerto Rico, the Arts were always part of her life. By the age of 16, she made the decision that when the time was right she would leave the island she adored, so she could pursue her dreams. Now, with a Fine Arts degree in Fashion and 6+ years of experience, she gets to do what she was born to, bring stories to life through the art of clothing.
Make Up Artist
Ashley M. Palmer
ASHLEY M. PALMER is a New York City based Makeup Artist, and has been in the industry since 2010. She begin working in film and print, after training at MUD/Make-up Designory NYC.
She been published in magazines such as: NYLON
Fantastics Magazine
HUF Magazine
LUCY'S Magazine
Also worked with companies such as Billboard & Rebel Wilson X Angels.
Comic Book Artist
Eva is a Russian-American raised in NYC. She is an illustrator and FIT graduate with an eye for small details. She loves to create fictional creatures and cosmic horrors, and tell stories through pictures with undulating movement. She works digitally, traditionally and through tattoos, murals and clothing.
Comic Book Artist
Zoe Barnes is a visual artist born and raised in Hawaii. She moved to NYC in 2022 to study illustration at Parsons. Growing up, she was heavily influenced and inspired by comics and cartoons, especially ones coming out of Japan. Now she works across many traditional and digital mediums to create paintings, animations, and comics. What drives her is making art that helps me heal herself, and sharing it with the world so that others might find the same comfort in it. In this way, her art becomes a sort of spiritual practice."
Make Up Artist
Madelene Mercedes
Madelene Mercedes is an experienced makeup artist, nail artist, thespian, and model who enjoys bringing eccentric characters to life. Known for bold usage of color and avant-garde styling, she has been honing her skills as an MUA for over ten years to create eye catching looks. Her specialty is creating extremely water resistant and smudge resistant full coverage looks that will last through the sweat, heat, and long hours of filming.
She has also performed at Queens Theatre and the Actors Temple Theatre numerous times in leading roles, starting from her elementary years. She has been cast in short stories, theatre productions, and children’s television shows and has no intention of stopping there. You will often find her as a subject of many beloved and skilled NYC based street photographers and videographers, who often stop to capture her likeness and positive vibes. In every path she treks along, she tries to leave a soulful and joyous impression behind.
Production Designer
Taylor Williams
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Meet the Crew
The Crew Who Make This Possible!
Full Crew List Coming Soon.
