The Regulars
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Marc Collins mcollins@odysseycreative.com
President/Producing Director
A diehard movie buff who believes in applying cinematic sensibilities to corporate communications, Marc studied writing, theatre, and film at the University of Florida and UCF, and now works to bring a dramatic and dynamic flair to all of his projects. An Addy Award winning writer, director and producer, he has been working in multimedia and corporate theatre since 1997 and is most at home in the editing suite or behind a camera. His work has been seen on national television as well as in boardrooms, exhibit halls and large corporate meetings across the country, and on tradeshow floors around the world.
Outside of the office, Marc is an active supporter of the theatre and arts communities - as reflected in his 13-year tenure on the Orlando Shakespeare Theater’s Associate Board and ongoing support of United Arts of Central Florida - and can often be found downtown at the Plaza Cinema Café taking in the latest moving pictures on the silver screen.
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Emmy Collins ecollins@odysseycreative.com
Office Manager/Comptroller
Emmy hails from South Carolina, but has called Central Florida home for most of her life. She enjoys this second career in support of video production. The first was teaching algebra and chemistry and other high school and community college courses…seriously! As Office Manager, her duties range from handling the finances and other record-keeping, to managing supplies, to handling deliveries of materials, to answering the phone, to watering the plants. Moving downtown has been a fun bonus, changing out the suburban life style for the urban one.
Away from work, Emmy enjoys the out-of-doors: hiking or kayaking, jogging around her neighborhood, or just reading on her patio, and her favorite form of entertainment is theater. She credits working at Odyssey Creative with the discovery of the whole new world of iPhone apps and social networking. Emmy is proud and happy to be a part of the dynamic, exciting world of Odyssey Creative.
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Nicole Bushman nbushman@odysseycreative.com
Administrative Coordinator
Ever since she was young, Nicole can remember watching many types of movies. As she got older, she realized film production was the career path she wanted to pursue. Following a dream, she left Green Bay, Wisconsin behind and moved to Orlando, Florida to attend Full Sail.
After obtaining a degree in Film & Video Production, she started an internship with Odyssey Creative. Now a regular member of the team, working both on production shoots and in the office, she is proud of all the experiences and opportunities Odyssey Creative has given her.
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Tessa Ann Harbertson tharbertson@odysseycreative.com
National Account Executive
Tessa joined Odyssey's team in June 2010, after an impromptu interview by Marc on a flight to Orlando. She has extensive experience in marketing and corporate alliance creation, making her position as National Account Executive a natural transition. Tessa has also facilitated many innovative partnerships throughout the action sports industry; coordinating events and promoting several new brands throughout the process. She has used her marketing and corporate alliance skills to raise funds and support as an active member of the Junior League organization, the V Foundation for cancer research and the Angels Hands foundation.
When Tessa isn't working, she enjoys hiking through the Wasatch Mountains near her home in Ogden, Utah. She also enjoys skiing, camping, and travelling. Tessa has the self-proclaimed "best friends and family in the world" and looks forward to spending as much time with them as possible.
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Chris LaNeve chris@odysseycreative.com
Production Coordinator
In 2001, Chris started his career in video production as an intern at a small company in Eustis, Florida where he learned the basics of commercial production and quickly worked his way up through the ranks. After moving down to Orlando, he continued expanding his marketing and advertising knowledge by creating countless local commercials for a variety of clients. In 2011, Chris came to Odyssey Creative and brought with him years of hands-on experience in all aspects of video production and a desire to be a part of a company that specializes in creating unique and attention-grabbing video content.
When Chris isn't working, he enjoys spending his time brainstorming and writing comedy. A big Orlando Magic fan, he enjoys watching as many live games as he can or on TV when tickets are scarce. And if the weather's nice, he can be found running around the local theme parks on any given weekend.
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Olivia Crawford ocrawford@odysseycreative.com
Sales & Marketing Coordinator
Growing up in Kansas City, Missouri, Olivia always dreamed of living somewhere without the bitter cold. Her wish was granted when she attended Florida State University, from which she graduated with degrees in Media Production and Theatre. After college she decided to stay in Florida, so she moved to downtown Orlando to pursue a career in her major, with the emphasis being in marketing. Olivia has always enjoyed video production and now has found her niche at Odyssey Creative in Sales and Marketing, which is the best of both worlds, marketing for video production.
In her free time Olivia enjoys running outside: she just completed her first (and last!) marathon in January at Walt Disney World. She has decided to stick to her beloved half-marathons and ditch the 26.2 miles. She also loves watching movies, reading and soaking up the sun. In the fall, she'd like to be in Tallahassee for every home football game, but if she can't make the trek to Doak Stadium, you will be sure to find her surrounded by friends watching the game on TV. Go Noles!
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Shaun Paikai spaikai@odysseycreative.com
Video & Graphics Editor
Shaun Paikai is an editor and motion graphics designer and has been working with Odyssey Creative since 2006. After graduating from Full Sail with an Associates Degree in Film and Video, the long-time Orlando resident came to Odyssey Creative as an intern and has been a part of the Odyssey Creative family ever since. Shaun has also spent a fair amount of time freelancing in the areas of art direction, script editing, photography and directing, and has a passion for all areas of the film and video production process.
Shaun spends his free time listening to music and watching movies obsessively, photoshopping peoples' heads onto things where those peoples' heads do not belong, as well as spouting off random obscure movie and TV quotes.
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Kyle Massey kmassey@odysseycreative.com
Camera Operator & Video Editor
Kyle was born and raised in Ohio and graduated in 2003 from Bowling Green State University with a degree in sculptural arts. He learned the skills of glass blowing, stone carving, wood-firing clay, and pouring bronze. After college, Kyle worked for GM as an industrial engineer, splitting his time between Detroit and Nashville. After four years of engineering, Kyle decided he would prefer to work in media, specifically video production and he decided to relocate to Orlando and attend Full Sail University to learn the production skills he would need. Kyle came to Odyssey Creative as an intern in August of 2009, and presently works as an editor and camera operator.
When he is not working Kyle can be found spending time with his lovely wife Casey, cheering on his favorite Cleveland sports team, playing with his dog or working on his recently-acquired first home.
Somar Lanh
Production Intern
D.J. Stokes
Production Utility/Video Editor
Brittney Carter
Production Utility/Video Editor
Our Extended Family
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Andy Montejo
Director of Photography/Steadicam Operator
Andy's career began in 1983 filming news for Orlando's NBC affiliate station. Three years later he moved to the Orlando Police Department as their first Civilian Manager heading up a new unit to document major crime scenes, film under-cover operations and produce Law Enforcement Training Videos based on real-life police encounters. These videos became a standard that is now used for training across the U S. His experiences at OPD led to feature film consulting and television camera work. In-between projects Andy has served as Director of Photography and Steadicam Operator for numerous national commercials and music videos. Recently he filmed two seasons of "The Pet Psychic" for Animal Planet. One of his proudest achievements is becoming a director on "Dr. G Medical Examiner", after serving only two seasons as a Director of Photography. He now has over 75 episodes of this award-winning show to his credit.
Andy speaks fluent Spanish, and is that rarest of breeds, a native Floridian. He is a certified Steadicam operator. While not shooting, Andy enjoys his rural home with his girls, wife Holly and daughter Nina.
Matthew Carson
Event Producer (Odyssey Creative Staff Alumnus, '06)
Like all the best producers, Matthew Carson has sharp, flexible skills in all things business, from people manners to finance and accounting, but he still knows how to put on a great show. With a strong background in technical theatre that includes an MFA from Florida State University and hundreds of production credits, he has been producing live music, live theatre and corporate events for his entire professional career. Matthew lives in Orlando with his wife and son.
Jonathan Lee
Strategic Marketing Consultant (Odyssey Creative Staff Alumnus, '09)
Jonathan has been a marketer since starting his first rock band in junior high school. His skills progressed as musician, promoter, record label manager, and tour manager – which eventually lead to a career in advertising. His 11 years in the industry include strategic development and deployment of campaigns and materials for clients in real estate development to consumer goods, and everything in between. Jonathan loves bridging the gap between business and creative to deliver results for his clients.
Every once-in-a-while, you can hear his drumming on MTV.
John Speake
Art Director (Odyssey Creative Staff Alumnus, '03)
John Speake specializes in high-concept designs for motion graphics and animations as well as web and print campaigns. After graduating from UCF, John worked for a themed venue design company Entertainment Properties before becoming an Art Director for Knight Images Design and Marketing. John's award-winning work continues to bring distinction to Odyssey Creative, Knight Images, and their clients. Currently, John lives and works as a freelance designer and art director in New York City.
Holly Steinebronn
Event Producer (Odyssey Creative Staff Alumna, '10)
Mike Susol
Motion Graphics Designer
Mike Susol is a freelance designer specializing in print and publication as well as motion graphics and 3-d animation. After graduating from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Communication Graphics, he spent several years in Orlando as an advertising art director before moving north to pursue opportunities with the Production Design Group and Jack Morton Worldwide.
Mike lives and works in New York City.
Asha Morales
Production Intern
Chris Allegri
Camera Operator/Video Editor
Ron Schneider
Creative Director & Script Writer
Adam Showen
Video Editor
Shawn Straight
Graphic and Interactive Designer
Travis Winkler
Camera Operator/Producer
Internship Alumni
Dustin Geisler
Production Intern
Dioscamaris Mendes
Production Intern