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Meet the team
ADAM SMITH
Writer, Video Producer, Editor
Adam's journey began in "the Bootheel" of Southeast Missouri where he developed a passion for storytelling. With a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications and Minor in Sports Management, from Southeast Missouri State University, Adam brings a unique perspective to the entertainment industry. His experience in screenwriting, editing, and commercials made him an integral part of the team behind the web series, Shot Night. Since moving from Missouri, Adam has gained on-set experience for top brands including NFL, Reader's Digest, Harley Davidson, Nike, FailArmy, WWE, and more. He is also skilled in website design, marketing, and live-sports productions. Adam is currently a production assistant on Top Chef (Season 21), and working as a freelance production assistant and grip around the state of Wisconsin. His next project is producing an original script titled Aroma-Vision (dir. by Shun Powell).
PATTI MEADORS
Performer, Choreographer, Teacher
Chicago-native Patti Meadors grew up in theatre, choir, and many other performance venues before attending Southeast Missouri State University where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Musical Theatre and Minor in Dance. A few of her favorite performances include Judy Bernly (9 to 5), Margaret Brennan (The Marriage of Bette and Boo), and choreography for Sister Act and Newsies. Patti relocated to Milwaukee, WI and has worked as a contracted actor for The Alice, performed as Claire of Ordinary Days, and completed an acting residency at Milwaukee Repertory Theatre. She also has on screen credits as Bea of Shot Night, Concession's Stand Worker in The Gambler (Dir. David Anderson), extra on Chicago Fire, and voice actor (with story editing) for Voices on Paper. Patti manages social media for several brands which include LA-based comedy group The Clown Cars, "Magical Character Entertainment" The Fairytale Essence, and The Annie Sprinkle Project; all while helping coach the next generation of performers with personal, private lessons.
DARRIAN TYRA
Technical Director, Producer, Actor
Darrian grew up in the Missouri Bootheel, where he later attended Southeast Missouri State University and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications with an emphasis in TV and Film Productions. Currently he works for KFVS12 | Heartland News as an audio engineer, camera and graphics operator, and morning newscast director from 4:30-7:00 am. While attending university he was apart of the live sports production crew where he assisted with streaming of NCAA games; mostly SEMO Football and SEMO Women's Soccer. Darrian also has acting experience in high school, local short films; including The Big Day (Dir. Jake McGruder), and a Super Bowl commercial pitch for Doritos. Future goals of his include, writing more screenplays, acting more, and moving away from Southeast Missouri to find work full-time in the entertainment industry, whether that be behind or in-front of the camera.
