Resources

Filming Resources for Catskills Movie Production

Catskill Film Commission

Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association

FOUNDER

Whether you want to kick back or kick it up – relaxation sophisticated or simple – you’ll find fun, fresh air, and friends in our Sullivan Catskills.

Gaby Scarpulla

Creekside Art Company

I am an artist, the name of my company is Creekside Art Company. Some of my works include one of the 50 Doves for the Woodstock 50th Anniversary celebration (my dove is displayed at the Quickway Diner #38). I have also done work for many corporate clients including 2 Harley Davidson service dept and stores, many other local businesses and restaurants. I am very versatile and work with many different mediums specializing in rustic design.

Tim Wood

Audio Engineer/Designer/Composer

Experienced sound engineer for television, recording studios, podcasts. Recording, mixing, mastering and clean/restore. Proficient with latest software (Cubase Pro, Protools, Izotope). Compose and produce music, music effects, and sound effects.

Art/Design/Production

Jenn Powell Designs

Graphic Artist/Art Coordinator

A local advertising agency that specializes in social media management, graphics and more.

Gaby Scarpulla

Creekside Art Company

I am an artist, the name of my company is Creekside Art Company. Some of my works include one of the 50 Doves for the Woodstock 50th Anniversary celebration (my dove is displayed at the Quickway Diner #38). I have also done work for many corporate clients including 2 Harley Davidson service dept and stores, many other local businesses and restaurants. I am very versatile and work with many different mediums specializing in rustic design.

Tim Wood

Audio Engineer/Designer/Composer

Experienced sound engineer for television, recording studios, podcasts. Recording, mixing, mastering and clean/restore. Proficient with latest software (Cubase Pro, Protools, Izotope). Compose and produce music, music effects, and sound effects.

Bill Fleck

Writing/music composition/acting

I’m a freelance writer and author of the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards-nominated book, CHANEY’S BABY. I’ve also written books on the band Chicago and on actor Jeff Bridges. I compose and perform music as well, most recently doing the score for a locally produced horror film. I’ve written film scripts, and can hold my own as an actor in long-haired, bearded old man parts.

Katerina Rioseco

Graphic Design/Illustration Copywriting

My name is Katerina. I am a designer and illustrator living in The Catskill Mountains. I make stuff for humans (and companies) that are authentic & fun. Most of them call me Kat, you can too.

Kim M. Simons

Creekside Art Company

I am an artist, the name of my company is Creekside Art Company. Some of my works include one of the 50 Doves for the Woodstock 50th Anniversary celebration (my dove is displayed at the Quickway Diner #38). I have also done work for many corporate clients including 2 Harley Davidson service dept and stores, many other local businesses and restaurants. I am very versatile and work with many different mediums specializing in rustic design.

Dennis Raymond

Set builder/designer/location scout/prop manager

Bio coming soon…

Mike Dwyer

Shooting Editing Art Direction

I am a documentary filmmaker with editing and art direction skills. I am also a full-time graphic, designer, and web designer.

My most recent film is called “Appreciation, The Tomiko Morimoto West Story” which has been in several festivals in the Hudson Valley, Yonkers and Pennsylvania, and has one three separate awards.

Lilian Skuthan

TV/FILM MAKE- UP ARTIST

Lilian Juliet Skuthan has 15 years of experience in Make-Up Artistry. She graduated along with some of the best artists/mentors from New York and LA through “Learning Institute Beauty Sciences”.

Currently works in television, advertising, print, stock photography, theater and opera production. She has mastered the technique of airbrush make-up, FX prosthetics and is knowledgeable in all facets of make-up application education. Working with Mrs. Skuthan not only exceeds one’s expectations, but takes the session to a magical level. Her knowledge of face, color, shadow, bone structure , lighting and even one’s own spirit is the tool she uses to bring out the most beautiful & unique you. A successful make-up artist who is inspired to bring your characters to life!

Dennis Raymond

Set builder/designer/location scout/prop manager

Bio coming soon…

Chuck Gomez

ART/DESIGN/PRODUCTION/Cinematographer

A seasoned creative professional with 15+ years of experience in cinematography and photography, I specialize in crafting compelling digital branded content. I excel in leading end-to-end film, photo, and video production projects, offering a unique blend of creative vision, technical prowess, and leadership. Explore my latest work here: https://gomezfilms.co

Kevin JP Hulihan

Location Scout, Location Assistant, Production Supervisor

TV/Film Crew professional with Location Scout, Location Assistant & Production Supervisor experience. Also, a lifetime musician with several feature film original score composing credits and a longtime Sullivan County resident.

Producers/Directors

Michele Armour

Executive producer

LinkedIn for personal as well as for Marobru – company we run

Heather Horak

Independent Film maker/Film Producer

Heather Horak is an indie filmmaker, musician, and writer born and raised in the Catskills in Sullivan County. But her projects have had international reach and scope. You can find Heather on Facebook and on Instagram
As Horak_Snacks. Recent works include a short documentary on the History of Hippie Music in West Quebec, and a shorter educational film called “The Global Charango”.

Christopher Peditto

Producer/Writer/Director

Film veteran with over 35 years of indie film production experience, as producer/writer/director.

Film Locations Stay

Trevonne Gilliard

Short Term Rental Properties

My husband and I own several Airbnbs in the Sullivan County Catskills. We grew up in the area and still live locally. Our properties include houses, tiny houses, garages, and offices. We have had a shoot of a small film at one of our tiny houses in the past. There are also a few other properties that we are finishing up that are not yet listed on our website as well. Our properties can be used for production as well as for staff housing during filming. Feel free to check out our website to see some of our properties.

Actors

Bill Fleck

Writing/music composition/acting

I’m a freelance writer and author of the Rondo Hatton Classic Horror Awards-nominated book, CHANEY’S BABY. I’ve also written books on the band Chicago and on actor Jeff Bridges. I compose and perform music as well, most recently doing the score for a locally produced horror film. I’ve written film scripts, and can hold my own as an actor in long-haired, bearded old man parts.

Carol Montana

Acting/background actor/casting location suggestions/media manager

I have directed over 50 plays, and I have a knack for casting just the right people. I’ve also acted in both comedy, drama, readings and murder mysteries. I am currently the Media Manager for Action Toward Independence, and the Publicist for Shandelee Music Festival, as well as a freelance journalist. Positions I have held include: Special Publications Editor (Times Herald Record), Office Administrator of the Shawangunk Journal, the editor of the Sullivan County Democrat.

Kim M. Simons

Makeup/acting/story construction/set

I’m an artist-cake artist-food artist who has competed on Food Network shows more than two dozen times. I won “Cake Wars: Star Wars” in 2016 and “Holiday Wars” in 2019. More recently, I was a finalist in “Halloween Wars,” and did the zombie makeup for a local production out of edible materials.