• Carl D. Brown founder of Corduroy Media

    Carl D. Brown | Founder

    Tormented with an overactive mind, Carl is constantly brimming with ideas, strategies and creative concepts. While some would see this as a burden, Carl taps into this neurological firestorm to help clients engage audiences and tell their story.

  • Sean Donnelly Partner and Executive Creative Director of Corduroy Media

    Sean Donnelly | Partner

    Easily distracted by shiny objects, Sean has been afflicted by a rare form of E.O.P, Enhanced Optical Perception, from a young age. Learning to cope with his hyper-sensitivity he discovered that by capturing these visions through photography he can manage his symptoms.

  • Courtney Payne - Creative Director at Corduroy Media

    Courtney Payne | Creative Director

    A bay area native, Courtney spent 9 years abroad in Bangkok, Thailand, where she cut her chops as a freelance filmmaker in South East Asia. Specializing in documentary content with a flair, Courtney has found a home at Corduroy Media on the Creative Team.

  • Adrian Hopffgarten Corduroy Media Post Production Supervisor and Creative Producer.

    Adrian Hopffgarten | Post Sup.

    Creative Juicer. Confetti Cannon. Mama Bear. Squeezes the best out of her team. Ideates with explosive energy. Mentors, challenges, and cheers on teammates to tackle bigger challenges. Adrian Hopffgarten is an Emmy award-winning filmmaker, producer and director.

  • Veronica Gamez - Production Coordinator at Corduroy Media

    Veronica Gamez | P. Coordinator

    Bay Area native, Veronica, was born in San Francisco and raised in Oakland her entire life. Her passion for video production began when she learned the power of Broadcasting and how it substantially impacts each and every one of us.

  • Michael Pavoni - Senior Editor at Corduroy Media

    Michael Pavoni | Sr. Editor

    Michael is a small town guy who enjoys all forms of storytelling. From classic musicals like West Side Story, to watching Nic Cage storm Alcatraz, Michael believes that good stories can come from anywhere.

  • Megan Lavilla - Studio Assistant at Corduroy Media

    Megan Lavilla | Studio Assistant

    A true Californian, Megan was born and raised all over the golden state. Never afraid of a challenge or to get her hands dirty, Megan knows when to roll up her sleeves while wearing a smile.

  • Gabriella Ventuso  Account Manager at Corduroy Media

    Gabriella Ventuso | Accounts

    “Before Gabriella” or “After Gabriella” is often used to measure how old something is at Corduroy Media. Gaby has held a variety of positions at the company including Studio Manager and Senior Producer. In her current role she is Corduroy’s Account Manager and liaison for clients.