Byron is the creative force behind everything we do at Windsong. He sees things that others don’t. His vision isn’t limited to the shots he sees; it includes the ability to see an entire story as it will unfold, and then find the most compelling way to tell it. His ad agency background means he knows how to think on the fly and deliver great video for all of Windsong’s projects. Byron served as post-production supervisor for the documentary ``The Art of Organized Noize``. Byron is also the founder of I Bike Fresno, a campaign that encourages people to ride their bikes in Fresno by focusing on the joy of biking.

Sara is Windsong’s brain, keeping all the vital functions going and letting us know exactly what we’re supposed to be doing at any given time. As head of production, Sara acts as both our lead producer and operations manager. Her degree in business/marketing with a certificate in logistics enables her to see the big picture and make sure all the moving parts are indeed moving and accounted for. Sara has a unique skill set that makes her an administrative savant, a producing genius, and an incredibly effective manager. She served as post-production manager on the documentary ``The Art of Organized Noize``. And her collection of pink Dia de los Muertos skulls is second to none.

Joshua (or “Krause” as we refer to him) spent nearly 10 years working in LA on documentary film & web content before making his way to the Central Valley. Why, you ask? Long story short, he met a girl from Hanford. Krause wears many hats around the office, but primarily works as a producer, editor, writer and occasionally he’ll thrown on the director’s hat. He is also the head of Windsong’s development department. With 18 years in the industry — working his way up from intern, to PA, to assistant editor, to associate producer — he’s produced 11 feature-length documentaries, 4 docu-series for network television and countless hours of digital and commercial content. His work has been picked up by Showtime, Netflix, ABC, Fuse, BET, Fusion and the Live Well Network, and featured at film festivals such as Sundance, Stockholm International, St. Louis International, Oslo International and South by Southwest. Over the course of his career, Krause has developed a knack for finding the story and presenting it in the most compelling way. He is a member of the Producers Guild of America.

Whenever Joann walks into a room, she seems 10 feet tall — mostly because of her affinity for super high heels, but also because of the force of her indomitable personality. As a producer, she’s a second brain for Sara (our Head of Production), and she’s overseen the creation of some of our biggest projects. Clients love her because she ensures production runs smoothly and that their message is effectively communicated. Jo is also one of Windsong’s “faces,” serving as a liaison to the public and media, and a member of Women in Film. She is based in our Glendale office, but when she makes her way back to Fresno, she relieves production stress by ballin’ out on the Windsong basketball hoop (yes, we have a regulation hoop in the office)! When she isn’t busy with all that, Jo loves spending time with her husband and her adorable godchildren.

Jeremiah uses the power of his mind (and his computer) to make things move (and look pretty). As lead colorist, he makes sure every hue, shade, tint and tone of our productions look accurate, whether they’re broadcast on TV or projected on a silver screen. The other half of Jeremiah’s job involves telling all the bits on a screen where to go in fully animated spots or making text and images interact with live action. Jeremiah honed his skills over the years working for ad agencies, broadcast networks and freelance before we snatched him up. When he’s not playing with shapes and colors, Jeremiah likes eating food, foodie-style, with his wife Sarah.

Tony is a gifted storyteller. One of Windsong’s greatest assets is Tony’s ability to take individual clips and string them together into something greater than the individual parts. Tony is a graduate of Brown Institute of Broadcasting, and brings over 25 years of video experience to his work as our senior editor. Everything he touches benefits from his style, experience, and creativity. When Tony isn’t editing video, he spends as much time as humanly possible with his wife, daughter, and two sons.

Marianna spent over a decade as a one-stop shop in NYC before packing up and moving cross-country to stake her claim in Fresno. She has had the good fortune to edit, animate and composite her way through a multitude of projects from web to feature films for international brands including Nike, Pfizer, and Tiffany's & Co. When she's not attached to her edit bay, she's traveling the world: 6 continents and counting (yeah, she's been to Antarctica). And when she's not traveling, Mar is perfecting her porridge recipe in hopes of winning the Golden Spurtle at the World Porridge Making Championships in Carrbridge, Scotland. Seriously.

First things first: Austin has seen every episode of The Office more times than you. But when he’s not binging on the antics of Dwight, Michael, Pam and the rest, he’s got his hands in every part of Windsong’s post-production process. He’s got a degree in digital cinematography and nearly a decade of video production experience to lean on, much of it self-taught as he lives 90% of his life in Adobe After Effects. When he’s not working on videos for work or fun, he loves spending time with his wife Jess.

Every bit of video that comes into Windsong Productions goes through Vince. As digital asset manager, he ingests and preps edits for editors. He oversees all the digital assets that pass through our studio. Vince graduated from CSU Fullerton where he earned a bachelor's in communications with a concentration in TV and film production. Over the past two decades, he has worked as a producer, director, and editor on numerous short films, commercials, and other videos. He enjoys spending time with his son, hiking, and watching movies.

Chelsea Gue is a Los Angeles-based Assistant Producer. With just about a decade of on-set experience, Gue brings to the table a well-rounded background in experiential brand marketing, social media management and content creation. While she is technically the newest member of the team, she has worked with and along-side Windsong since 2012 when she was their very first intern.

Outside of producing, Gue’s been a conservatory member at Upright Citizen’s Brigade since 2018, and performed with her long-time, comedic trio “The Usual,” coached by Emily Schmidt. She actively trains in theatrical acting at Joshua Lebar Studios. And when she has time, she lives vicariously through the dog owners in her life and advocates for Dog Rescues in her beloved Los Angeles.

General client feedback after working with Gue:
• “Nuanced eye for brand content.”
• “10/10 stars for positive energy.”
• “Proactive communicator and calm under pressure.”
• “Never met a dog she didn’t pet.”

Our production designer, Max, is no stranger to the ever-dynamic world of production. Born and raised in Fresno’s Tower District, his love for film started at the tender age of eight when he created stop motion animation with his action figures. Editing hour-long, skate films called “Tower Trash” became his hobby as a teenager. When he finally entered the work force, Max spent his early, on-set years gripping, editing, camera operating and production assisting. However, when a friend asked him to design the sets of a short film, Max found his true calling—set design. From there, it all clicked and Max became Fresno’s sought-after freelance set designer for businesses and friends alike. His production design can be seen in feature films like “The Gallows II”, “Prey”, and “Held”. In his time with Windsong, Max has designed for Burt’s Bees, Alamos Wine, L’Oreal, Beltone Global, Hilton, West Hills Community College, and many others. When he’s not building intricate sets in-studio or unearthing one-of-a-kind props from his favorite shop, Yoshi NOW!, he is playing video games, constructing miniatures, and raising his adorable kid!

Arguably the greatest basketball player to grace the courts at Windsong Productions. Maximiliano’s journey to join the crew is legendary in these parts.

At just 11 years old, with the help of his younger brother, Max (as we call him) submitted his first film to Windsong’s local short-film festival, “The Germ.” Ten years later, Max is an integral part of our producorial team and physical production team—bringing attention to detail to set (along with the chillest vibes you’ve ever seen). Max is what we call a “pinch hitter,” someone who can pivot to nearly any role. Key PA? Max’s got it. B-Cam? Max is on it. Grip? He’s there. We count ourselves lucky to have a crew member as versatile and committed as Maximiliano.

In his spare time as a collegiate filmmaker, Max shot and directed a documentary about the Fresno Pro-Am, a basketball league that features Fresno State and NBA players, that will debut in 2024. When he’s not racking up points on the court or filming it, Maximiliano enjoys reading and collecting comic books with his younger brother, Luke.

As a Production Assistant, Abby is vital in bringing our projects to life at Windsong. She assists with day-to-day production needs, keeping our creative engine running smoothly. From set design and wardrobe coordination to managing props, Abby ensures a seamless production flow, all while collaborating closely with our senior producing team. Her generous spirit infuses our sets with a delightful mix of musicality, bottles of Kombucha, and optimism—seriously, you can practically hear the good vibes!

In her off hours, Abby is busy sharpening her post-production skills in color grading. She's even lent her talents to independent filmmaker Maverick Moves on his feature-length documentary, ``The Legend of Landi.``

Before joining Windsong, Abby embarked on quite the creative journey. An artist at heart, paint and music flow through her veins. Since 2019, she has passionately explored her creativity across various mediums—crafting entire albums and filming homemade music videos. Her artistic exploration included a transformative five-month experience in England, where she lived in a village art studio under the mentorship of Italian painter Barbara Fulford-Dobson.
Abby’s numerous areas of experience are invaluable and we love seeing what her eclectic, creative background brings to our team!

As a May 2024 graduate of Fresno State, Jordan walked through our double doors with a BA in Film & Media Arts from Fresno State, complemented by an AA in Psychology. Her production journey began with student films, where she learned the value of collaboration in filmmaking. Her experience creating with her peers ignited an appreciation for visual media and its ability to elicit a mix of emotions in its viewers.
As a Production Assistant at Windsong Productions, Jordan leverages a strong, logistical prowess and big-picture thinking. Day-to-day, you’ll find Jordan coordinating set needs and ensuring production workflow runs like clockwork. Her ability to connect with others and her love for visual storytelling brings a warm, Ohana-like atmosphere to our sets.
Outside of the grind, Jordan is an avid concertgoer and seeks out new music, daily. From the Lilo & Stitch soundtrack to K-Pop to the BeeGees, her taste is eclectic and impeccable. When she’s not diving into her beloved art forms, Jordan’s time is most enjoyed when spent with loved ones and connecting with her inner world.