DAVID MIDELL - DIRECTOR  [INTERVIEW]

David Midell is a filmmaker, special educator, and disability advocate from Northbrook, Illinois. During his years as an educator, he has been inspired by individuals with special needs and witnessed the incredible strength of their families. He created Play On Productions to tell the world these stories. Having directed the short film, "By Any Other Name" in 2010, "NightLights" is his feature directorial debut.

NICK IZZO - WRITER [INTERVIEW]

Nick is a veteran actor and playwright of Chicago's vibrant storefront theater scene.  Nick previously partnered with David Midell on Dave's first film, "By Any Other Name," starring Peter ten Brink and Kate Black Spence, both of whom reunite on 'NightLights."  Nick is highly regarded for his attention to detail, thorough research, and steadfast approach to his craft.

ADAM DICK - WRITER/PRODUCER     [INTERVIEW]

Adam Dick is an educator, filmmaker and playwright based out of Chicago, Illinois. With a lifelong passion for film and storytelling, Adam spent his formative years in the theater and has since worked in a variety of capacities for both documentary and narrative productions. Adam is overjoyed to be working with an amazing group of individuals on a project that is very close to his heart.

KEATON WOODEN - PRODUCER [INTERVIEW]

Keaton Wooden is an emmy-nominated Producer  and director from Chicago. He has traveled to three continents on humanitarian missions; and believes stories are essential to help create the moments where lives change for the better.  He hopes "NightLights" can contribute to the national landscape and discussion on families and loved ones with disabilities. wakadooproductions.com

DON ALBERT - CO-PRODUCER

Don has worked in Video & Film production for over 25 years. He began his career at a local TV station in Chicago as an Editor & camera operator after graduating from Columbia College Chicago. Don has worked as a CO-Producer on several independent features including: “Dog Jack”  A civil war film Narrated by Louis Gossett Jr. (available via REDBOX); and “Fancypants” a family film now on VOD, with Robert Carradine, Roddy Piper and Richard Kind.  He's presently with Fox Big Ten.  He is also a part time adjunct Producing Instructor at Columbia College.

EDWARD J. EBERWINE III - CO-PRODUCER

Edward J. Eberwine III is a filmmaker & photographer working in Philadelphia, New York and Chicago.  He has also managed locations for bigger films and TV such as "Limitless," "Transformers 3" and "The Playboy Club."  In 2009 Edward produced the feature film, "Cost of a Soul," which opened nationwide in AMC theaters and is now available on On Demand, iTunes, Netflix and soon to be released on DVD.  

MICHAEL S. CHANDLER - CO-PRODUCER

Michael S. Chandler is a freelance film production professional. He resides in New York City, freelancing for, and helping facilitate crews, in Film/TV production. Michael's focus is Producing, Assistant Directing, and stunt coordination and fight choreography for film/TV/new media.  Michael also directs, acts, and produces for the stage in NYC. Michael is also an avid martial artist, a photographer, and a writer.  michaelschandler.com

JOHN KLEIN - DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

JOHN KLEIN  serves as producer of Glass City Films, through which he has overseen the creation of the short films "Rendezvous," "Hangers," "The Sleepover," "Under The Table," and "Honeybees."  He has also served as producer on the feature films "Glass City," "Happily After" (his directorial debut) and "Separation Anxiety," in addition to several music videos and side projects.  glasscityfilms.com

KAT THOMAS -- EDITOR
Kat Thomas has spent years working as an assistant and senior editor in both Chicago and Los Angeles based  productions.  She has apprenticed for and been credited by senior editors on films such as "The Year One," "Ninja Assassin" and "A Nightmare on Elm Street."  She is thrilled to have been a part of the creative process on "Nightlights" and to have worked with such an inspiring and wonderful crew.  

MIKE MOLENDA - ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Mike is a freelance film editor and lighting technician in Chicago, and has worked on film and video projects ranging from commercial and industrial videos, to educational videos, to web content, to feature films, in Chicago and across the Midwest. In addition, he works as lead editor and post-production supervisor for the Chicago-based indie film company, Glass City Films, and as a multimedia project specialist at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

WILL MASISAK - SOUND MIXER/DESIGNER

With over forty titles under his belt, and 25 years experience as a professional pianist and guitarist, Wil Masisak is a premiere artist in sound recording, mixing, and design.  With titles that include "Night Catches Us," "Cost of a Soul," and HBO Documentary "Hot Coffee," Wil has shown himself adept at moving from documentary to narrative film with incredible ease and finesse.   

MEGAN MCDONOUGH - PRODUCTION DESIGNER

Megan is a Chicago entrepreneur and co-founder of Northwoods Revolution, a collective of filmmakers and artist who actively produced music videos, short films, features, and many other forms of media entertainment and journalism.  With an incredible eye for detail, color, and arrangement, Megan helped provide "NightLights" a breathtaking aesthetic and warmth. 

BRENDA ARELANO - MAKEUP DESIGNER

Brenda Arelano has over 20 years of experience in hair and makeup. Having owned her own Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio and Boutique, Brenda excels in all facets of image enhancement. Using her skills in makeup and hair styling, she has worked with virtually every major television station in the Chicagoland area, including WMAQ (NBC5), WLS (ABC7), WBBM (CBS2). She has been the on set makeup artist for countless news programs and film productions. 

She has also worked with many local and national celebrities, including Chicago's Mayor Richard J. Daley, Elliot Gould, Barry Manilow, Alicia Keys, Martha Stewart, and Teri Hatcher, just to name a few.

RYAN GOLDNER - WARDROBE MANAGER

Ryan is an up and coming talent with credits for both stage and screen.  After completing production on "NightLights," Ryan jumped on as costume designer for the 2012 staging of "In the Jungle of Cities."  Also with credits at Ballet Chicago and several fashion productions throughout the city, Ryan is an invaluable member of the "NightLights" family.  

BOB SLIGA - COLORIST

Bob has been a professional colorist for over 30 years. He was the lead QA for Apple Color in Cupertino, CA. A Chicago based colorist, he is available for shorts and feature color correction. Currently he is the colorist for the A&E hit television show “The First 48: Missing Persons”. [email protected]