The FilmUp Podcast

It's not everyday you get to see the faces behind the voices of your favorite animated stars. Well today, we did! Please meet the our next guest on The FilmUp Podcast, Sarah Natochenny. Sarah is an actor and film editor. She is also an award winning voice actor best known for her work as Ash Ketchum on Pokémon for the last 16 years which is currently in Its 25th season. Since 2006, she's been a go-to actor for protagonists in many animated series like Marian in Robin Hood, Tinkerbell in Peter Pan, and many more. She has also edited short documentaries for MSNBC, Yale Medicine, SurvivorNet, and several narrative films. She splits her time between New York and LA, and helps domestic animals find good homes wherever she goes. She and her mom have fostered over 100 kittens. Come join us for our exclusive interview with Sarah, and learn from her road to success. Sarah is a supporter of Frankie’s Feline Fund, a non-profit that is dedicated to saving the lives of senior cats who need rescuing from NYC kill shelters. So she is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to frankiesfelinefund.org

Hi Filmmakers, Aryeh & Christina here to wish you a very happy holidays. Thank you for tuning in and supporting our amazing creators on this channel. And thank you for bringing awareness to the incredible non-profits paired with these episodes. Happy Channukah, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year! We love you, and stay tuned for our next two releases including Sarah Natochenny, Voice Actor for Ash Ketchum on Pokemon, and Taylor Stephens, Videographer & Editor for Jack Black, The Rock, Reese Witherspoon, and more. Happy Holidays and see you next week!

Have you seen the recent FIFA World Cup Fan Festival Anthem by Nicki Minaj and Tukoh Taka? Well if you have then you have seen the work of our next guest and his partner Edgar Esteves at Blank Square Productions. Please welcome Jon Primo to the FilmUp Podcast (and no not like the primo lens, however, still, a nice nickname). Jon is an incredibly talented and world renowned filmmaker and producer based in Los Angeles, CA. He is a first-generation Colombian American who has directed music videos for top multi-platinum artists including Nicki Minaj, Doja Cat, Kehlani, Big Sean, French Montana, and more. His first feature film “Blanco” was released in 2021. And he is currently represented by the award-winning creative agency Blank Square Productions. This is a fantastic episode, that as always, you do not want to miss! Jon is also a big supporter of No Us Without You, a non-profit that is dedicated to providing food security for the undocumented immigrants who are the backbone of the hospitality industry in the greater Los Angeles area. So he is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to nouswithoutyou.la.

Lighting is an art form that many may not truly understand. There are hundreds if not thousands of varying lighting techniques and equipment that can go into any given production. A lighting designer and gaffer not only need the skillset, but the knowledge of all techniques and equipment, and the knowhow of when to apply it to any given sequence. That is what our next guest does on the highest of levels. Please welcome our next guest, Matt Ardine to The FilmUp Podcast. Matt works as a Lighting Designer and Gaffer. His career has involved hundreds of commercials as well as feature films, tv and broadcast concerts. He enjoys using cutting edge methods to light the scene. Recent projects include feature films like Everything Everywhere All at Once, Gaslit, and many notable commercials. When Matt is not on set, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, running in the mountains, and rollerblading at the skatepark. Matt is also a big supporter of My Friend’s Place, a non-profit that is dedicated to assisting and inspiring youth experiencing homelessness to build self-sufficient lives. So he is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to myfriendsplace.org.

We have been counting down the seconds to the release of this episode. We are thrilled to welcome the man, the myth, the legend, Fred North, to The FilmUp Podcast. Fred is the go-to Helicopter Stunt Pilot in the film industry and has worked on almost every action blockbuster movie you can think of. He has worked with critically acclaimed directors including Michael Bay, Christopher Nolan, Damian Chazelle, and many more. With over 300 movie credits and 21,000 total flying hours, he still has perfect safety records. He also holds the World Record for Altitude with a Helicopter, which he accomplished in South Africa in March of 2002. Come join us for a thrilling and exclusive interview with one of the best helicopter stunt pilots in the world. Fred is a supporter of the Helicopter Foundation International, a non-profit that is dedicated to educating future generations of helicopter professionals through its scholarship and mentoring programs. So he is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to HelicopterFoundation.org.

Today we have an amazing episode for you. We are thrilled to be joined by Max Goodrich. Max is a Creative Director and Content Creator. His work covers many genres, but most recently his personal releases have a focus on comedy. He has worked with notable celebrities including Will Smith, The Chainsmokers, Marshmallow, Courteney Cox and many more. He’s also been featured on the Ellen show, CNN, Complex, and Insider just to name a few. Please stop by, relax, and listen to this informative episode about Max's journey and hustle to where he is today. Max is a supporter of First Star, a non-profit that is dedicated to Improving the lives of foster youth by ensuring they have the skills needed to transition to higher education and adulthood successfully. So he is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to firststar.org.

Today we are thrilled to be joined the the incredible Alissa Rooney! Alissa is an LA-based cinematographer whose work includes narratives, commercials, documentaries, and music videos. In addition to her freelance work, she currently serves as Cinematographer for Frame.io.    Come check out this informatiive epsiode which takes a close look into the up and coming life of an industry leading cinematographer.    Alissa is a supporter of Made in Her Image, non-profit movement striving towards social equity in the film, media and entertainment industry for  girls & women of color. So she is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to madeinherimage.org

Today we are thrilled to be joined by Emmy Nominated Cinematographer, Todd Banhazl! Todd is based in Los Angeles known for his work in film, television, commercial, music video, and fashion. His credits include the STX Entertainment film Hustlers, for which he earned an Independent Spirit Award Nomination and Amazon Studios' Blow The Man Down, which was awarded a Special Jury Award for Cinematography at the Tribeca Film Festival. Todd also shot Adam McKay's HBO series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty. He has shot music videos for talent including Janelle Monae, Bruno Mars, Lorde, A$AP Rocky, and more. Todd is also a supporter of The Center of Human Rights in Iran, a non-profit that is dedicated to protecting and promoting human rights in Iran. So he is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to iranhumanrights.org/ You can also support this cause by contributing to https://www.gofundme.com/f/FreeIranCallForMedia

It is our pleasure to welcome the Animation Creator or the century, Justin Rasch. Justin has been animating for Video Games, Television and Feature projects for 26 years. He is currently a Director and Supervising Animator at Stunt Puppet Pictures telling amazing stories through the magic of animation. He has worked on several feature films including 2 Oscar nominated films and has worked alongside studios including Laika, Netflix, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Sony, Dreamworks, and more. With over 1 million followers and counting across social media, his work has captured minds and hearts from around the world. Come join us for this incredible podcast, and learn of the wonderful world of animation. Justin is a big supporter of The Nature Conservancy, a non-profit that is dedicated to preserving natural lands through science. So he is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to nature.org

Please welcome the incredibly talented and creative Tess Bjiere. Tess is a Visual Artist and Creative Director for some of the world’s most streamed artists. She has created commissioned works and performances for musical artists including JAY-Z, Tate McCrae, James Arthur, LANY, FLETCHER, Jacob Banks as well as for brands including Nike, Palm Angels and more. Beyond this, she architects worlds in music through creative direction and performance visuals. Tess is also a supporter of Free Arts NYC, a non-profit that empowers youth from underserved communities through art and mentoring programs to develop their creativity, confidence, and skills to succeed. So she is dedicating this episode to their organization. You can learn more by going to freeartsnyc.org