The Crew
Director/ Director of Photography:
Melissa Pratt (she/her/hers) completed her BFA in Film and Television with a concentration in cinematography with a minor in documentary at DePaul University. She loves the process of creating films whether it be nonfiction or fiction. She has worked with Thunder Mountain Media and Kindling group. When not creating films she is a Local 600 2nd Assistant Camera, she plays rugby, decorates cakes and loves to do service projects in her free time.
Producer/ Editor
Connor O'Keefe (he/him/his) is a documentarian and organizer with a mission to uplift marginalized voices and marry social justice with storytelling. He's worked alongside Kindling Group, Kartemquin Films, Chicago International Film Festival, and a myriad of other organizations to create and share impactful films. His own work focuses on identity and navigating barriers to self expression. His most recent film, Our Transition has been screened both nationally and internationally and received multiple awards, including Judge's, Jury, and Audience Choice at Premiere Film Festival.