about us
Monica Graves
director
Monica is an award-winning director who had her first taste of the entertainment industry as a teen, when after being scouted as a model, she won several rounds of the Elite Model Look competition. She went on to work in Los Angeles and Tokyo as a model. After which she returned home, got married and spent a decade focusing on family and motherhood. With 8 kids at home she earned her BFA for film production and has spent the last decade working both behind the camera and on screen. She started off working in network television as a PA including TNT’s Leverage, and NBC’s Grimm. She moved on to the role of associate producer in reality TV for the Discovery Channel, after which she moved to work as director, producer, and editor on a variety of content including commercials, music videos, and documentary films. As an actress she has appeared in commercials, independent films, IFC’s Portlandia, the Lumineers III visual album, and more.
Nat Graves
producer
Nat’s journey to becoming a film producer is rooted in a lifetime of diverse experiences that blend creativity, technical expertise, and leadership. Beginning as a musician, Nat traveled the country performing with his family as a child, fostering an early passion for the arts. By 19, he earned a degree in recording engineering, sharpening his technical skills. He then worked as a worship leader while writing songs and performing with his band, honing his creative and collaborative abilities. When family life shifted his focus, Nat transitioned to part-time music and successfully owned and operated several businesses, demonstrating his entrepreneurial acumen and adaptability. He later moved into project management across multiple industries, managing high-value projects and large teams, which equipped him with the organizational and leadership skills critical for overseeing complex film productions. Nat’s entry into film production came naturally when his wife, Monica Graves, entered the industry. Here, he found a new outlet for his musical expertise, editing sound and scoring commercials and short films. His work expanded to editing and producing successful podcasts and a top-rated radio show, The M2 Archery Show. This blend of technical proficiency and creative talent, has translated into someone capable of handling the multifaceted demands of filmmaking with finesse.
Michael Durio
producer
Michael has a diverse background and extensive experience in the music and entertainment industry, which provide a strong foundation of success as a film producer. His education in music arranging, orchestration, and architectural drafting at UC Berkeley equipped him with creative and technical skills, enabling him to craft compelling narratives and manage complex projects. He worked as music director and manager for Martha and the Vandellas, touring the world with them, honing his leadership, collaboration, and adaptability—all essential skills for overseeing film crews and coordinating productions. He eventually transitioned to studio recording and songwriting for Motown which sharpened his ability to produce creative content under pressure. Later in life, he founded Paris Media Group where he worked as a liaison securing extra funding for big-budget studio films and further showcased his entrepreneurial acumen. His music production credits on films like The Little Shop of Horrors, Fried Green Tomatoes, and Dirty Dancing II highlight his hands-on experience in film, blending artistic vision with practical execution. Collectively, Michael’s multidisciplinary expertise translates seamlessly into the multifaceted role of a film producer.
Ernie Paris
producer
Ernie James Paris (EJ) is a musician and film producer from San Jose, CA. He was involved with music production for the 51st & 52nd Grammys, “Grammys Person of the year” Sir George Martin, Sir Paul McCartney, Neil Diamond, Neil Young, Barbara Streisand. He has worked as a music producer with Paris5000 Music & Film, “Motown Hitsville USA” featuring Motown Funk Brother, Jack Ashford. “Christmas Around the world” featuring, Pat Boon, Freda Payne, Ambrosia. Toured with the Darrell Mansfield Band. Ernie is a music book author for, “Jump start guitar” Arrangement method for songwriters, “A cat named Steve and a dog named Doug”. His work as a movie producer includes, Canaan Land (Louis Gossett Jr) imdb 2020, Shark Lake (Dolph Lundgren) imdb 2015
