Estreya

Estreya, founded by members of the Association of Latin American Students (ALAS), is the first-ever Latine dance group at the University of Missouri. A recent creation, Estreya comes at a time when ALAS, as well as other multicultural organizations, are facing defunding from the university.

Director, Cinematographer, Co-Producer, Co-Editor with Eric Kiekeben

Published in the Columbia Missourian

Warriors

James Stewart has spent more than a decade coaching athletes in the world of American Ninja Warrior, helping everyone from nervous first-timers to seasoned competitors tackle obstacles. Stewart, who competed on season seven of “American Ninja Warrior,” moved to Jefferson City to work at a ninja gym. In 2019, a tornado severely damaged the facility. The loss of the gym pushed him to relocate to Columbia.

Director, Cinematographer, Co-Producer, Co-Editor with Eric Kiekeben
Published in the Columbia Missourian

MPW.77

The 77th Missouri Photo Workshop took place in Union, Mo., from Sept. 21–27, 2025. This short film captures an action packed week through the perspectives of photographers, faculty, crew, and a local historian.

Cinematographer

I Would Have

A short film following a humanitarian aid worker at the University of Missouri who aims to bring light to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, all while tensions grow throughout Mid-Missouri.

Co-Director, Co-Producer, Co-Editor with Sam Brusven and Eric Kiekeben
RFK Human Rights Speak Truth to Power Video Contest Winner at the Tribeca Film Festival

Bridging the Gap

A short film following a woman who once faced homelessness with her children and now dedicates her life to working at a shelter, revealing the pervasive issue of homelessness and its often unseen impacts on individuals.

Co-Director with Raj Kamal Amalkanti, Producer, Cinematographer, Editor

Parks and Recreation Access from a Deaf-Blind Perspective

A short film highlighting Lydia Olmsted's experiences as a deaf-blind individual in the parks and recreation of Mid-Missouri.

Director, Producer, Cinematographer, Editor

Sofia Ventzeslav Petrov

Documentary

Video Journalism

Photography

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