the film crew

photo of Kate Smith
Director of Photography

Kate Smith

Kate is a director of photography based on the ancestral unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh nations (Vancouver, BC). In her work, Kate strives to collaborate on stories that give voice to complex female characters and the perspectives of underrepresented individuals. Driven by her passion for cinematography, Kate's mission is to create films that can change people's understandings of the world.

Click here to go to Kate's website
Second Camera and Lighting

Johnny Frezza

Jonny is a BC based Grip and camera operator.

photo of Christian Beard
Sound Engineer

Christian Beard

Christian Beard is a BC based sound mixer and engineer specializing in location recording, post-production, studio and broadcast. He is responsible for capturing all audio during our shooting blocks for Rodeo Women!

Digital Imaging Technician

Lauren Yim

Lauren Yim is a camera assistant from Vancouver, British Columbia. She has been working in film for about a year now after graduating from Capilano University for film. Rodeo women is her first ever road show and she couldn’t be more excited!