The 2008 Iowa Filmmakers (page 3)

Kelsey Hammer

Age: 18
School: University of Northern Iowa
Hometown: Donnellson, IA

My dream is to be a director of feature films or documentary projects, but my favorite experience was when I was filming an Indiana Jones spoof. I will never forget the experience, because I fell on a stick while shooting a fight scene and have a scar on my back. I feel my creative thinking and problem-solving skills, along with my past experiences, will be an asset to the National Guard Docs crew.

Lucas Seibel  

Age: 18
School: Columbia College Chicago
Hometown: Chicago, IL

Lucas Seibel is a filmmaker. In the past, he has worked on many types of film and video production like PSAs, narrative films, music videos and documentaries. He likes lighting and editing when it comes to production. Lucas is in his first semester studying film and video at Columbia College Chicago. Zombie films and Wes Anderson films are his favorite.

So Yun Um

Age: 19
School: El Camino College
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Every filmmaking opportunity is my favorite. It is an amazing feeling to know that you’re creating an enlightening and innovative piece with an array of people who share the same passion as you. Also, human beings are so fascinating to watch, whether it is their behaviors, emotions or experiences. That’s why I want to primarily focus on raw life experiences and people.

Yayo Vang

Age: 19
School: Mt. Wachusett Community College
Hometown: Fitchburg, MA

I am currently attending Mt. Wachusett Community College for my associates in Broadcasting and Telecommunication, and then I will be transferring to another college to work on a bachelor’s in Film. I was a previous Samsung Mobile Fresh Filmmaker for the Boston Crew, where we made an action film with the National Guard. I’ve always tried to take every opportunity that was presented, big or small, because I feel every little step helps me get closer to my goal to become a successful filmmaker.

Zane Van Middenorp

Age: 19
School: Boise State University
Hometown: Manhattan, MT

I'm currently a sophomore and a Western Undergraduate Exchange scholarship recipient at Boise State University. I created my first film in 6th grade. My biggest hobbies are skiing, hunting and drawing. My favorite filmmaking experiences have been making a film with friends. The few films that I have worked on with friends are full of memories and helped my interest in filmmaking grow.

Ziye Lin

Age: 23
School: Dartmouth College
Hometown: Forest Hills, NY

Film is my life. I have made parodies and homage to popular television shows and documentary travelogues, and worked as an intern in production and casting for MTV/VH1. Currently, I am the Executive Producer for a production company on campus. Some of my favorite textual and filmic subjects are those that challenge the way we perceive religion, science and philosophy.

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