OUR TEAM | LIGHTHOUSE FILMS

At our core, we are a diverse group of

creators with a passion for storytelling.

TEAM

OUR

Our Team

BRAD WALKER

Co-Founder | Director & Cinematographer

Founder of Lighthouse Films, Brad Walker has over 20 years of experience in feature, commercial, and documentary filmmaking.

ANDREA

WALKER

Co-Owner &

Executive Producer

As a Producer for the Lighthouse Film Company, Andrea Walker is an essential component to both the day-to-day operations, as well as the big picture growth and continued success of the business.

TYLER

ZIBAIE

Executive Producer |

Head Of Production & Marketing

As our Executive Producer, Head Of Production & Marketing, Tyler Zibaie hits the ground running each day guiding Lighthouse and our clients to the finish line.

GENIE MASON

Production Manager

It’s fitting that Lighthouse’s Getty Production Manager, Genie, has the title of Master of Puzzles!

JON

HENSEN

Post Production

Supervisor

Born in Milwaukee, WI our Post Production Supervisor Jon Hensen is the bagel connoisseur of Lighthouse.

PAUL

SITLER

Post-Production Technical Operator & Colorist

Paul is Lighthouse’s “early bird” with an internal alarm clock that has him at the studio plugging away by 7AM.

ERIN

POLICH

Post Assistant

Erin loves that the film industry gives the opportunity to tell beautiful, powerful stories allowing filmmakers to express themselves in a way that nourishes our culture and minds.

CHRIS VINOPAL

Equipment Manager

From the moment Chris saw 16mm film footage in Pink Floyds’ Pulse, he knew film was in his future.

KIMBERLY

GERNETZKY

Accounting Specialist

Lighthouse’s Keeper of the Books, Kimberly, passions herself in efficiency and lending a helping hand to others.

AVA

SHAPIRO

ADMINISTRATIVE

ASSISTANT

We call her the "oracle," or the keeper of the search engines. Ava is passionate about filmmaking and ensuring our day-to-day runs smoothly for every department.

BETH

LOONEY

HR Specialist

Twenty years of HR experience and a love for connecting people to meaningful work makes Beth Looney a perfect match for

our team.

Lighthouse Films is committed to creating a more inclusive workplace, set and community.
Together, we are stronger and can shine our light brighter.

Culture

When Brad and I met in high school, we were two young souls ready to take on the world. I was passionate about social justice and couldn’t wait to make an impact. Brad saw the world through a camera lens, eager to capture the stories all around him.

Thirty years and a million incredible experiences later, you find us here - leading a film production company, surrounded by an amazing team, in the midst of a beautiful, thriving film community. In many ways, we’re still those wide-eyed kids passionate about…

Stories: There are so many fascinating, complex and heartbreakingly beautiful stories in this world. The intimacy of being entrusted with a story and the responsibility of sharing it are privileges we don’t take lightly. Even after thirty years, good stories still give us excitement, purpose and chills. As artists, it doesn’t get better than that.

Relationships: A film production feels a little like going to summer camp. We share unique experiences and while our time together is short, we build lifetime bonds. It’s our honor to work alongside our clients, fellow filmmakers and our team. Every person we work with changes us, expands our perspective on the world and teaches us something new. Especially our Lighthouse team members, as we do the important work of shepherding stories together. We cannot say enough about the incredible artists who have graced the doors of Lighthouse - we’re forever changed by this beautiful team.

Community: Our goal is for each person at Lighthouse to be given the opportunity to use their talents for the greater good. Because when we put our efforts together, the impact is even stronger. Brad and I hope each of us finds the opportunity at Lighthouse and beyond to Be The Light.

Lighthouse continues to be an unbelievable journey. We can’t wait to see what our future holds and the incredible moments, people, and stories that will be a part of it!

Brad & Andrea Walker

We believe it is our moral responsibility to utilize the collective creative talents of our team to make positive contributions to the communities we live in and beyond.

We focus on four pillars of giving to our local community:

Non-profits: Through purposeful giving, sponsorships, & giving of our time and resources, we believe supporting charities in our area can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

Small Businesses: Being a small business ourselves, we believe small businesses are the backbone of local communities. We are neighbors helping neighbors and have the ability to create a unique community identity. We show our support to fellow small business owners by donating our time, resources, and talents to help promote their businesses.

Community Colleges & Universities: Our team is passionate about filmmaking and telling stories. We love sharing and helping develop this passion with film students by giving them valuable experiences and knowledge.

Our Team: Providing support for the well-being and development of our team members is a high priority. We strive to be a positive work community where we are there for one another. It is our goal for each person that walks through our door to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to be their best. And, being your best cannot be accomplished without a work-life balance. We strive to support employee well-being by establishing stable and sustainable ways to accomplish our work.

Our Community Initiatives

When we put our efforts together, the impact is stronger.

For each other and for our community.