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RACHEL MONTELEONE
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Born and raised in New Orleans, Rachel has always had a flair for the creative.
From ballet to the NBA to the Super Bowl with Beyoncé, Rachel’s expansive performance career inevitably led her to New York, where she first picked up a camera.
She imbues her photography with her knowledge of lines, dynamic movement, balance and spirit. She endeavors to capture the essence of her subjects through her vivid and colorful images.
Kari Harris is a creative brand strategist with deep roots in the international ballroom community. He scales the viral potential of emerging artists and leads the production of advertorials, TV/web series, and social content that center culture, documentary, and entertainment.
His work is rooted in reverence for community building, with a clear intent to preserve integrity in narrative.
His strategies often avoid traditional product placement, instead platforming premium yet unconventional content that connects authentically with audiences.
Kari began his career as a NYC Civic Engagement Officer, supporting more than 30 nonprofits leading anti-violence and restorative health programs. His decision to later pursue media was shaped through studies in political media and journalism at Columbia University. Since then, he has advised and contributed to platforms representing culture’s most influential players, including A24 Films, Interscope Records, Warner Music Group, VCCP North America, PAPER Magazine, OTA Entertainment, TENz Magazine, Fang NYC, Telfar, K.NGSLEY, and more.
Currently, he is deepening his craft in cinematography and editing, while also exploring musical theatre production as an extension of his creative practice.
Kari lives in Brooklyn with his partner and dog Hermes. Outside of work, he enjoys history podcasts, movies, weightlifting, and dancing.
Videographer / Editor
KARI AKIN
Andy Amato is a multi-faceted creative based in New York City whose work spans film, music, and live media. With a sharp eye for storytelling and a deep background in music, Andy has produced and hosted Tour Buds TV and Podcast, a series highlighting the realities of life on the road for bands and artists. His production credits include live podcasts, voiceover work, and behind-the-scenes roles such as AC, B-camera operator, and boom operator on projects ranging from the TV pilot iLulu to commercial shoots with Milliron Studios. He has also shot content for pop artist Tyler Bragoli and B-cam for director Tom Flynn on music videos for Zebra, Adam and the Metal Hawks, Ovtlier, Yoga Pants, and other rising alternative acts.
Before stepping behind the camera, Andy built his career in music as a drummer, performing in bands including Letter to the Exiles and Alove for Enemies (Facedown Records), as well as Brooklyn indie/post-rock outfit Glass Lungs, Graystar, and his current projects, Of Malice and Gloren.
When he’s not on set or on stage, you’ll likely find Andy on the softball field hitting bombs or chasing the perfect chicken parm. He is currently co-writing a scripted comedy TV show."
Videographer / Editor / Producer
ANDY AMATO
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