Living day to day, Gabriel Sarmiento is a person with strive! He's a multimedia artist who has somewhat of an experience in film making. 

Long story short... Allan is an elder from the Tobique First Nation and has been with NBFC for almost 10 years. He serves as Indigenous Liaison of the New Brunswick Filmmakers' Co-operative for the last 2 years. He has assisted in different roles on 6 shorts and took numerous workshops. He has been researching Wabanaki History from an early age and currently can produce authentic story after story using his Ai he has been working on for the last 2 years. "It's storytelling on steroids" he says. Since 2019 he has been focused on his research for a documentary titled  "Mehtawtik - Fin du Chemin or End of the Path". Mehtawtik was a strategic hub at the confluence of major trade routes, waterways, and cultural exchanges, serving as a gateway between the Atlantic coast and the interior of North America.  It tells the story of early North America and how the Wabanaki were one of the first peoples to encounter others from distant shores. He is currently looking for people with many different talents to take on this massive undertaking about the early history of North America and much more. If you need Wabanaki history from an Woolastookey Elder feel free to contact he says. 
Allan is also well-established Woolastookew (Maliseet) visual artist from Tobique First Nation who specializes in paintings, photography and carvings that evoke emotion and look at difficult issues facing Wabanaki people today. Allan is also a graphic designer, historian, and budding filmmaker. 

Steph is a dynamic force in filmmaking, boasting a versatile skill set that spans writing, producing, directing, acting, singing, and sound recording. Originating from Toronto and later enriching their craft in Saint John, Steph has immersed themself in the intricacies of storytelling. With a flair for the dramatic and comedy, they seamlessly transitioned from singing to acting and then directing. Noteworthy for their meticulous sound recording, Steph elevates the auditory experience of their films. Beyond roles and accolades, Steph's defining trait is an unwavering passion for creativity, driving them to explore new avenues and contribute to the evolving landscape of filmmaking. Their journey is a testament to the power of storytelling, with Steph leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic world.

Looking to gain experience in acting and writing. Very hard working, adaptable, and passionate about my work. 

Desmond Simon is a Mi'kmaq Director of Photography from Elsipogtog First Nation, recognized for his documentary work available on CBC Gem and various online platforms. Hailing from Elsipogtog, he brings a unique cultural lens to his filmmaking, beautifully capturing untold stories and unexplored narratives.

Although Desmond Simon's foundation is in documentaries, he's eager to expand into narrative cinema, displaying a hunger to learn and grow. A firm believer in collaboration, he generously lends his expertise to fellow filmmakers, cultivating a cooperative spirit within the film community, with a fresh perspective and relentless drive.

Based in Quispamsis, NB. Retired from 40 year career in Journalism (Radio/TV/Web). 

Producing educational videos and audio podcasts for Early Childhood Education programs for community colleges in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick.

Co-producer - with Scott Laskey - of the Youtube Series, The Ebike Chef. We go places. We cook stuff.