OWNERS
Jermaine Thomas
Los Angeles, CA
Owner/Producer/Director/Editor
Jermaine Thomas is an Award Winning Documentary filmmaker based in Los Angeles, CA. Jermaine received his AA degree from Penn Valley Community College in Kansas City, Mo. and has logged 90 hours of study in Film & Digital Media at Avila University in Kansas City, Mo. His editing style is described as "True Story Telling". His goal is to produce films that create dialogue and show the strength of the Human Spirit. Jermaine hopes to establish a studio here in Los Angeles where like minded creatives can work together to produce content. IMDB PROFILE
Beth Ann Foster
Kansas City, Mo
Owner/Administration
Capable, determined, confident and well-organized with extensive experience in time management and providing consistent clerical support, Beth is a highly approachable individual who has a pleasant attitude and a willingness to make a positive mark. She has a high proficiency for office organizing, scheduling appointments, customer service and maintaining filing systems.
CREW
“Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.”
Cicero Owens Jr.
Cinematographer/Photography
Attention to detail and a beast behind the camera, Cicero brings over 20 years of experience in both photography and cinematography. In addition to his photography services, he has also worked on a number of projects for Taishi Studios including the award winning documentary "Legacy Spirit of the Black Panthers". Taishi Studios is partnering with him to establish a VIP Photo Booth for Corporate and Social events in Los Angeles, CA.
Tiana Jellum
Cinematographer
Fashionable and with an eye for cinema, Tiana is an excellent with her camera work. She is also a quick study. Since joining Taishi Studios, she has continued to provide great work and she has a passion for all things fashion. When not behind the camera, Tiana is on the runway showing off her style.
Mary Jane Collins
Social Media
Often duplicated but never imitated Mary is an accomplished internet radio host and social media guru. She has single handedly taken our Instagram from just posting to engaging and conversational. Her understanding of the social media culture has help us reach more followers on both Facebook and Instagram. We are proud to have her on the team!
Video Transfer Services
Jonathan Morrill
Preparatory Elements Engineer
Having been appointed by the UCLA Film & Television Archive, Jonathan Morrill has certification as a Preparatory Elements Engineer in all gauges of film, including nitrate. We can transfer in 2k and 4k, and all video formats, analog and digital, and all of the above on any file format required (Mac or PC).