Danielle is currently pursuing a PhD in Social Psychology from NYU. She enjoys crafting, painting, traveling, and of course, stop-motion animation. 

From Elijah: "...I’ve been making art since I was in preschool and somewhere along the way I learned it can really be a job. My artwork mainly consists of illustrations of original characters and the narratives surrounding them. Each drawing is a glimpse into the innerworkings of the worlds that my characters inhabit and the niches they carve within them. My artwork depicts themes of introspection, despair, triumph, and exploration of oneself  and the environment surrounding them. Informed by my experiences and observations in the world I like to depict these situations with a rawness and honesty that many can relate to...Every drawing I create contributes to the ever growing universe of characters, worlds and adventures that I wish to share with as many as possible."

After his BA in Film Theory and Critical Studies and a Masters in screenwriting and directing from USC's prestigious School of Cinematic Arts, Evan triumphed with his epic sci-fi thesis "Recoil" (2015), which clinched an impressive 10 awards and over 20 nominations across 50 international film festivals with a staggering 265 VFX shots….Evan's prowess shines in his award-winning work, touching hearts and minds around the world with "The Teleios Act" (2019), a tour de force that secured multiple jury prizes, Best Director, Audience Choice, Best Actress, and a coveted Best Short Film accolade. Amidst his ongoing pursuit, he co-wrote "The New Manna" (2024) and made his directorial debut with "Motherland" (2025).

- IMDb Mini Biography By: Evan Matthews

Jad Adkins is a writer and director, best known for "Battersea," which he created together with his longtime friend T.J. Sandella. "Battersea" was an official selection at the 2025 RiverRun International Film Festival, among many others, and the winner of the "Best Narrative Feature" award at the Montana International Film Festival. 

"Jesse Howland is an American film, television, and stage actor, best known for his work in 'NCIS,' 'Battersea,' and 2019's 'Witnesses.' Born and raised in rural North Carolina, he is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts' two-year conservatory program. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California."

Source: https://www.jessehowland.com/

Joshua Ling is heavily involved in the Arts community in and around Winston Salem, NC. In addition to directing the short film "Mooncat,"  which was an official selection at the 2025 RiverRun International Film Festival, with his sister Kate Price, he also plays guitar and is the lead singer for the band I, Anomaly and posts regular reviews of comic books on his social media pages. He currently works as the Director of Programming and Community Engagement for the Arts Council of Winston Salem and Forsyth County. 

Kacie’s favorite Star Trek series is The Next Generation. She and her husband often watch together. When she’s not watching Star Trek, she is busy posting memes and videos on her multiple social media accounts and taking care of her amazing son Jacob.

Kate Price is the writer and co-director (with her brother Joshua Ling) of the short film "Mooncat," which was an official selection at the 2025 RiverRun International Film Festival. She lives and resides in High Point, NC with her husband Stephen, who is a professional audio engineer and mixer for Rogue Blue Media. 

You can watch "Mooncat" here: 

https://youtu.be/aK6C69lWq6I?si=vkKL5RdKLRNCxaBh

Rachael loves magic with a deep heart. 

Even with a background in English literature and broadcast, Rachael’s heart always found home in fantasy worlds. Redwall, Narnia, Hogwarts, and the Lower Elements—places where magic, adventure, and friendship came alive. Books were among her best friends. 

Rachael continues to explore words, finding freedom through storytelling, counseling, and uncovering the beauty of her own life story.

She’s a wife, mom to six, and a former copy editor with a passion for debating commas. 

Happily nestled in the NC Piedmont, Rachael and her family enjoy stories, crafting, and their trio of cats: Blueberry, Chocolate Chip, and Banana. 

Source: https://www.thishalfacre.com/

T.J. Sandella is an author, screenwriter, and director. His "first feature-length film, Battersea—which he co-wrote, co-directed, and produced—is currently on the festival circuit, where it’s garnered numerous awards...Battersea was post-produced in partnership with Honey Head Films, a female-owned and operated production house.

You can find T.J. @egregiousteej or in Cleveland, Ohio, biking through a snowstorm, supporting his local library with late fines, or, most likely, playing pickleball with his partner, Hannah."

Source: https://www.tjsandella.com/

Timothy Michael Cooper is an award-winning filmmaker, comedy writer, and script consultant based in Brooklyn. He wrote and directed the Writers Guild Award-nominated CONCIERGE: THE SERIES, starring Kate McKinnon. His short comedy LEMON premiered at Tribeca and was purchased by both United Airlines and Amazon. He also wrote the dramatic feature AWAY FROM HERE, starring Nick Stahl and Alicia Witt. Timothy’s most recent short film, the sci-fi comedy KNEAD, continues to win awards at festivals around the world, from the U.S. to Croatia, Japan, Mexico, and Spain. His upcoming sports comedy, ROCK PAPER DESTINY, is currently in post-production. 

Timothy is a proud member of the Writers Guild of America, the Brooklyn Filmmakers Collective, and the Hollywood Radio & Television Society.

Wes has been hosting the Twin Cities Trekkies Podcast for nearly four years. He has been married to his wife Holly for 5+ years. 

Yvonne Yu-Feng Chan, MD, PhD is a Chinese American actor and former emergency medicine physician. Born in Taiwan and immigrated to the United States with her family at age eight. Though drawn to performing arts since childhood, Yvonne initially pursued a career in medicine, becoming her family's first medical doctor and female PhD scientist….Following her successful career in medicine and research, she committed herself to acting full-time, appearing in films, television shows, commercials, and print campaigns. Yvonne brings her wealth of life experiences and understanding of human nature to her artistic work. Drawing from her background in medicine, research, and multicultural upbringing, she approaches each role with depth and authenticity. She views the entertainment industry as a powerful medium for storytelling that can heal, inspire, and foster connection across all communities.

- IMDb Mini Biography By: Skyler Angelton