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THD was formed by film makers for film makers. We are those film maters.
Joel graduated from San Diego State University with a BA in English Literature, emphasis in creative writing. In Los Angeles he worked his way up the production ladder in music videos and commercials eventually producing for some of the top directors in the industry including McG, Wayne Isham, Joesph Kahn and Trey Parker. Joel has also written, directed, edited, photographed and produced short films, documentaries, music videos, commercials and sketch comedy for a variety of clients through his own production company, Pile Driver Media, established in 1999. TURNKEY HD was conceived and created by Joel Newman and developed in partnership with David Barnblatt and Adam Meltzer.
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David has over 14 years experience in film production. After he graduated from San Diego State University with a BA in English. He started out in production as a PA and after several years of Production Coordinating and Managing he soon started producing and executive producing commercials and music videos both freelance and through his own company. He has helmed campaigns both large and small for client like Qwest Wireless, Maguire’s Car Care Products, Sempra Energy, Insight Cable, and Men’s Wearhouse.
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Adam has been a director of photography for over 10 years. He received his MFA from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. He has worked in all genres including features, documentaries, corporate industrials, concerts, music videos and commercials. He has shot with a range of camera formats from S35mm to tapeless High Def to Raw Video. Adam is a valuable wealth of knowledge and he oversees the overall technical aspects of the equipment selections and camera packages for the Sprinter
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Fabio was born and raised in Como, Italy. Fabio moved to Los Angeles in 2009 to ignite a career in media production. This was the perfect compliment to his partnership in TURNKEY HD, driving our Sprinters when he’s not booked on other gigs. In one short year Fabio has worked in a variety of departments including production, grip, electric, art and wardrobe.
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