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WHO WE ARE
Chanelle
Kukona, Wedding Consultant The following was taken from Midweek Metro By Joji Yoshida: Chanelle
Kanani Kukona, now doesn't that name sound harmonious. Her ethnic
blend of English, Filipino, Hawaiian, Irish, Korean and Portuguese
makes up this talented actress. She graduated from Mililani
H.S. Something must be in the water there because quite a number
of talented actress' came out of that school. She also graduated
from Chaminade University with a degree in Broadcast Journalism.
I had the pleasure of meeting her through a mutual friend, Chanell
Akamine/Hawaii 5-0. Now this Chanell is a 'male' local actor
by the way. I have to give him credit for discovering her. More
on the 'other' Chanell later. AFP update: Chanelle won the Miss VIP title and will be competing in Miss Hawaii 2004.
Vince
Keala Lucero, Filmmaker The oldest of 5 brothers, Vincent Kealaokalani Lucero grew up in the oceans of West O’ahu. He attended the Kamehameha Schools, where he was chosen to co-produce a documentary at the 6th Festival of Pacific Arts in the Cook Islands. Entitled "Celebrating the Pacific," the video went on to win numerous awards at film festivals locally and on the Mainland. After graduating from Loyola Marymount University in ’97, he joined Swank Audio Visuals at the Renaissance LAX Hotel. At 23, he became the company’s youngest Manager at the Four Seasons Newport Beach and later the Ritz Carlton Kapalua. A
talented actor as well, Lucero played principal roles in commercials
for Central Pacific Bank, Hilo Hatties, Malama Aina, Ohana Hotels
and Panasonic. He is also playing Joe Kahahawai in Kumu
Kahua’s rendition of the Kahahawai/Massie Case. His
passion however, remains filmmaking. Last summer, Lucero was
busy as D.P. on HIFF shorts "Kissing God," "Symphony
for One," and Lon Takiguchi's feature "Public Access:
4 of 5."
Scott
Mason, Editor/Visual Alchemist An aspiring filmmaker from birth, Scott played around with music videos, Claymation, Lego animation, and other video filmmaking endeavors as a child. He went to Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, to hone his craft as a writer. While on a hiatus from school, he was recruited by PBS where he learned to operate a variety of studio equipment. He quickly became a person to rely on to solve technical problems. PBS allowed him to continue his school around his work schedule. As Scott was graduating from college, a 24-hour news organization was starting up in Tallahassee. They recruited him to be a news editor and promotions producer. While making commercials for Florida’s News Channel, he was lured away to the most reputable post-house in the city. At Mike Vasilinda Productions, he became their lead graphic artist, creating numerous 3D worlds for corporate videos and winning awards for editing. Scott authored DVDs, websites, created print advertising, and became a master of multi-media. He eventually had to move on from the television industry to make his mark in the film making community. He moved to Los Angeles and shot an entire film on High Definition for the same crew that produced NYPD Blue. That led to transferring dailies for the ABC pilot “The Threat Matrix.” He designed the preliminary graphics. And, before he moved back to Hawaii where he graduated from Punahou High School, he completed “The Real Cancun.” For this film, he was the on-line editor and special effects artist. Scott returned to his home in Kailua to assist the State of Hawaii in becoming a viable film producing community. His dreams have always been to build an industry in Hawaii that rivals Hollywood.
Sal
St.Germain, Audio Consultant Sal St. Germain was raised in Northern California but has roots in Hawaii. His father was born and raised in the islands which influenced him to spend the majority of his Armed Service time here in Hawaii. Newly out of the Armed Forces, he partnered up with Darren Rogers to form DB_1 Productions, servicing the audio needs of Hawaii businesses and residents. He was a key player in the merger of DB_1 Productions and Aloha Friday Productions which will afford consumers a one-stop shop to service all their Audio/Visual needs. With a background in Nuclear Engineering and Finance he brings a new perspective to the AV industry which will, without a doubt, bring profitability and longevity to this company. As a musician, he has been in bands that have headlined Oahu’s premier night club’s like The Wave Waikiki and Moose McGillycuddy’s. He is currently in another band ready to showcase their stuff in ’04.
Darren
Rogers, Event Coordinator Darren Rogers has been calling Hawaii home since 1997. He recently graduated from Hawaii Pacific University (HPU) with honors. While at HPU he studied business and computer information systems. He has enjoyed working as a DJ, an event coordinator and providing audio/visual support around Oahu. He has had the pleasure of working with Hurley International, 97.5 KPOI, STAR 101.9, Social Butterfly event planning, and a number of Oahu’s top-rated hotels.
Gerard
Elmore, Creative Director Info on Gerard can be found on his filmmaking website: www.sowagummybears.com
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