Team Bios

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Audrey Walters is a professional SAG/AFTRA actress, entrepreneur, producer and author. In 2013, Audrey co-founded the award winning children's program, Talk to the Camera, to empower the next generation through video creation and filmmaking. Talk to the Camera is a home-based franchise, offering in-person and online STEAM-based programs for elementary age children. 

Audrey's years as media coach and mentor at a children’s talent agency fostered a passion for helping children grow creatively through on camera work. As a premier educator for the creative spirit and visual story-teller, Audrey is passionate about fusing art and technology to inspire kids to use their imaginations.

Audrey is the producer of children enrichment videos- "KIDS-talk", author of the book- "Lights, Camera, Confidence", writer and creator of the TV series-“Biological” and Founding Media Coach at TTTC Studios. In addition, Audrey has several film and television credits - including AMC's Better Call Saul and Netflix Studio’s Walk. Ride. Rodeo. Click here to view Audrey's IMDB page.

Mr. Pearce is the current Chief Development Officer for Talk To The Camera and is responsible for identifying, vetting and recruiting top-level franchisees to join the organization. His industry expertise includes executive leadership, mergers & acquisitions, strategic planning, Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD), financial management, franchisee training and support, Operations Manuals and enterprise-level IT solutions. 

With over 35 years of experience in the franchise industry Jack has performed at every level, from Chief Financial Officer to a Field Support Consultant and everything in between. 

As CFO/COO of a national logistics franchise with over 350 locations he developed and launched a new brand to achieve accelerated growth and brand dominance in a redefined market niche. As the Executive Director of Franchise Integration at a 950+ unit franchise with operating units in the US, Canada, Mexico and Japan Jack played an integral role in the successful acquisition and integration of six unique brands into a single, centralized franchise support organization.  Well known for his expertise in franchise relations, Mr. Pearce has led a variety of rebranding, market transition and acquisition growth strategies, as well as leading the development of multiple emerging franchise brands. 

​Mr. Pearce is a long-standing member of the International Franchise Association (IFA) and served for many years on the Franchise Relations Committee (FRC). Jack was elected Chairman of an FRC Operations Task Force and authored the IFA Handbook “Effective Development of a Franchise Support Organization”. He is a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) and frequently contributes articles published in the IFA's monthly magazine Franchising World which are available at www.franchise.org.

Jack Pearce has a B.S. in economics and psychology from Claremont McKenna College and an MBA with emphasis in finance and organizational development from the Atkinson Graduate School of Administration at Willamette University, Salem, Oregon.

Brandon Keller grew up in Hawai'i and was instilled with a passion for storytelling at an early age. In 2014, he moved to Denver to attend the University of Colorado, and he graduated in 2018 with a Bachelor's in Film and Television Production. He's directed and worked on a vast array of projects, from music videos, to short films and independent feature films, all locally produced in Colorado. For the past year, he has worked as an independent videographer and photographer, establishing his own company and working to build his brand. At Talk To The Camera, Brandon uses his behind-the-scenes technical knowledge to give students a unique perspective on the art of filmmaking, and helps them to find their own passions and strengths for creative and visual storytelling

Cooper Knight is a Colorado native, and an Eagle Scout of the Boy Scouts of America. He has been drawing, acting, and making movies since he was 6 years old, and his passion to tell stories from a neuro-diverse perspective drives his career in film. At University of Colorado Denver, He earned his bachelors degree with honors in film, and television production, gaining three years experience in filmmaking and a best documentary nomination. At Talk to the Camera, Cooper looks for distinct ways to invite creativity in students, and an inner drive for students to follow their dreams.

Jonathan is a versatile professional in the field of 3D design and visualization. With a successful track record as the founder of Jonathan Miller Design, based in Denver, he offers a wide range of services, specializing in exhibit/display design, window displays, visual merchandising, and large format graphic design. His expertise in 3D visualization and industrial design has been instrumental in delivering captivating projects for clients through a wide range of project types. From creating a 3D brain puzzle toy product called "Boulding Blocks," which received recognition from the Museum of Modern Art, to designing eye-catching window/exhibit displays for companies across the country, Jonathan has consistently demonstrated his talent and creativity. With a passion for VR/AR, film development, concept art, and Blender 3D, he continues to explore new technologies and push the boundaries of visual storytelling. 

 Aspen grew up in Golden, Colorado and graduated from Montana State University in 2019 with a degree in Marketing and Public Health. She is now back in Colorado, and is working in marketing as a social media manager, running everything from Instagram to Linkedin for various businesses. She is constantly creating content and bringing fun ideas to life! She has a background in the entertainment industry, and is very passionate about working with kids and seeing them follow their dreams. Aspen loves being creative and so excited to be a part of the Talk To The Camera team. 

Davis-Jay "DJ" Harris is a multimedia artist who graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts with 3D Animation as his major. Throughout his life, DJ has had a passion for being creative and sharing his ideas through art. He worked for the Comcast Media and Technology Center as a general designer where he provided design solutions for user experience and user interface design. He is also a professional musician who plays and has taught piano to people of various ages. DJ is someone who loves to try new things and learn skills that will help him improve as an artist, and he is eager to teach people about the techniques in art that he has learned. 

Patrick got his start working in network television, and quickly transitioned to the production video side of the business. After proving himself in music videos and commercial spots, he has grown into directing short stories, documentaries and feature length films. Patrick just wrapped on producing and directing his third feature film. 

Bailey Howard grew up in Glenwood Springs, Colorado where she had the opportunity to begin her professional career at 16 years old. She's been singing, dancing, and acting since before she can remember and takes great pride in being able to show children why these performing arts are a part of the human experience. Bailey moved to Denver at the beginning of 2020 and has been working on her BA in Psychology with a minor in Women and Gender Studies at University of Colorado Denver which she'll be done with this spring! She looks forward to furthering her performing career and sharing her love for the arts 

 Nicole's love for story started her on a journey toward film and entertainment. She attended film school with a minor in art and design at University Milwaukee Wisconsin. Her first taste of post production work as a Jr. editor, working for a non-profit, back in 2011. Her talent and determination brought her to multiple film sets from Milwaukee, Phoenix, to Los Angeles, with credits as director, set designer, wardrobe stylist, producer, actress, and video editor.

Her professional experience led her to work for a national advertising agency, where she held the title, Editor/Producer.

She has worked with nationally recognized brands, like National Conflict Resolution Center, MovieGuide, and Huey Magoo's, to local iconic brands, like San Diego's Palomar Health and Valley View Hotel and Casino to produce and edit 15-30 second TV broadcast and social media spots.