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Big news: Lin-Manuel and I, through our company Viajes Miranda, are producing Prince's PURPLE RAIN on Broadway. 🎶 Prince gave the world one of the…
Big news: Lin-Manuel and I, through our company Viajes Miranda, are producing Prince's PURPLE RAIN on Broadway. 🎶 Prince gave the world one of the…
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Last night my wife and I attended the opening of “Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live On Stage” at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. It is…
Last night my wife and I attended the opening of “Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live On Stage” at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. It is…
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I’ve spent the past couple of days up on the mountain with roughly 150 young men and adults learning to be better men. I’m continually amazed by…
I’ve spent the past couple of days up on the mountain with roughly 150 young men and adults learning to be better men. I’m continually amazed by…
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Experience & Education
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Craftsman Films
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Volunteer Experience
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Missionary
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Human Resources
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Missionary for the Church.
Publications
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The Indie Film Sound Guide
Self
See publicationLearn everything about sound for film, from the location scout to the final mix. More info than you'd get in a 4 year degree about sound, wrapped up in a $47, 120 page eBook.
Projects
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Faith of Angels (2024)
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Independent feature film, based on the true story of Joshua Dennis, who in 1989 as a 10 year old boy was lost in a Utah mine for five days, and the community of people who faithfully worked to rescue him.
Written & directed by Garrett Batty (Saratov Approach), produced by Daren Smith and Garrett Batty, and distributed by Purdie Distribution. Filmed in Utah in 2023, and released theatrically on over 400 screens in 2024. Festival award and Audience Choice award at the 2024 Zions Indie…Independent feature film, based on the true story of Joshua Dennis, who in 1989 as a 10 year old boy was lost in a Utah mine for five days, and the community of people who faithfully worked to rescue him.
Written & directed by Garrett Batty (Saratov Approach), produced by Daren Smith and Garrett Batty, and distributed by Purdie Distribution. Filmed in Utah in 2023, and released theatrically on over 400 screens in 2024. Festival award and Audience Choice award at the 2024 Zions Indie Film Fest. -
The Carpenter (2024)
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Independent feature film produced in Cape Town, South Africa. A fighter meets a local carpenter and must learn to overcome his doubts and lack of faith.
Written & Directed by Garrett Batty (Saratov Approach), filmed in 2022, released in over 400 theaters with Purdie Distribution in 2024. -
What Comes Around (2023)
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Feature film directed by Amy Redford and written by Scott Organ, starring Grace Van Dien, Kyle Gallner, Summer Phoenix, and Jesse Garcia.
Filmed in Utah in 2021, official selection at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2022, bought by IFC films. Currently streaming.
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Hot off the presses ‼️ Thrilled to be an Executive Producer on the fabulous new CHESS Album ❤️🎭🎼
Hot off the presses ‼️ Thrilled to be an Executive Producer on the fabulous new CHESS Album ❤️🎭🎼
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So exciting to see our Biscuit Media Group clients on more and more regional TV news interviews every week! So thankful to Nicea DeGering and the…
So exciting to see our Biscuit Media Group clients on more and more regional TV news interviews every week! So thankful to Nicea DeGering and the…
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Yesterday we launched our Mountain America Business Center speaker series and it was packed! Thank you to the inspiring, accomplished, powerful, Dr…
Yesterday we launched our Mountain America Business Center speaker series and it was packed! Thank you to the inspiring, accomplished, powerful, Dr…
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Yesterday I had one of the most uncomfortable conversations I’ve had in a while — and it reminded me why independent film financing is so hard to…
Yesterday I had one of the most uncomfortable conversations I’ve had in a while — and it reminded me why independent film financing is so hard to…
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Congratulations, Megaplex! Thank you to the entire Megaplex team for all the work you put into making Young Washington‘s opening a massive success…
Congratulations, Megaplex! Thank you to the entire Megaplex team for all the work you put into making Young Washington‘s opening a massive success…
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Proud to Announce the Sale of All Three Buildings at Riverwoods Business Park in Provo, Utah This iconic 185,000 sq ft multitenant campus has served…
Proud to Announce the Sale of All Three Buildings at Riverwoods Business Park in Provo, Utah This iconic 185,000 sq ft multitenant campus has served…
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Returning to The Ruth due to popular demand, and it's already selling out. I do not mind in the slightest. #playwrightlife https://lnkd.in/dMMcxaXj
Returning to The Ruth due to popular demand, and it's already selling out. I do not mind in the slightest. #playwrightlife https://lnkd.in/dMMcxaXj
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Love this, both my new thriller productions - Paranormal Activity and Black Swan the Musical - wrapped up in one juicy article.…
Love this, both my new thriller productions - Paranormal Activity and Black Swan the Musical - wrapped up in one juicy article.…
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Some news if you haven't seen it already: Side Street Studios is excited to share that we've joined Finalis Securities LLC (Member FINRA/SIPC) as an…
Some news if you haven't seen it already: Side Street Studios is excited to share that we've joined Finalis Securities LLC (Member FINRA/SIPC) as an…
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Be careful not to confuse joy with stimulation. Novelty, praise, adrenaline, revenue, and attention can feel powerful without producing lasting joy.…
Be careful not to confuse joy with stimulation. Novelty, praise, adrenaline, revenue, and attention can feel powerful without producing lasting joy.…
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