CREATOR | WRITER | DIRECTOR | ACTOR “BOBBY”

Rick McMann is a Director, Producer, Writer and Actor that has been navigating the entertainment industry for over 20 years.  His early years of acting included independent TV, commercials and stage plays.  He found these “passion projects” compelling as it massaged the creative side of his personality.  When auditioning for his first play, There Goes the Bride, he found himself in the lead role.  That led to other opportunities on stage in shows including Robin Hood, Reservoir Dogs, Dr. Doolittle and Screwtape to name a few.

In 2021, Rick was cast in the lead role of a six-episode comedy series, Breaking News, which is slated to release in 2nd quarter of 2026.  He also served on the post-production team of the series where he learned the finer points of marketing and distribution of a TV series.  You can check out the website at myyntv.com.

The experiences over the years ultimately led Rick to create his own comedy TV series, Livin’ in Black & White that he produced, directed, wrote, cast and played Showrunner.  The pilot was released in October 2025 which led to an investor and fan of the show to provide significant funding for two more episodes.  This series is close to Rick’s heart and desire to find more love and kindness in the world by showing unity in a divisive world.  Finding the funny in the friction has been his greatest accomplishment in entertainment.

CO-DIRECTOR | PRODUCER

Anne Barnhart is a producer and co-director whose work is driven by a strong commitment to storytelling, collaboration, and creative integrity. With a background spanning development, production, and directing, she brings a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to projects, balancing artistic vision with practical execution.

As a producer, Anne has overseen projects from concept through completion, managing creative teams, budgets, and schedules while ensuring each story remains authentic. As a co-director, she works closely with collaborators to shape tone, performance, and visual language, fostering an environment that encourages trust, experimentation, and clarity of vision.

Anne’s work often explores timely narratives and meaningful themes, blending emotional depth with strong visual storytelling. Known for a collaborative leadership style, she values inclusive creative spaces and believes the best work emerges from shared perspective and open dialogue.

With a growing body of work across film, digital, and independent media, Anne develops projects that challenge, inspire, and connect with audiences. Whether leading from behind the scenes or co-directing on set, Anne is dedicated to creating thoughtful, compelling stories that resonate beyond the screen.

TK

TK Russell’s story begins in South Phoenix, where life wasn’t always easy, and the streets came with challenges that could have shaped a very different future. Growing up surrounded by gangs and constant pressure, TK learned early what resilience, faith, and strength truly meant. He refused to become a product of his environment. Instead, he chose determination, courage, and God’s guidance to lead his path forward.

In 1997, TK took a leap of faith and moved to Denver, Colorado — a move that would change the course of his life. Through hard work, perseverance, and unwavering belief in God’s plan, he built a successful career. Today, he serves as an Outside Sales Manager for Allcomm Data Supply, a low-voltage distribution company, proving that discipline and opportunity can open doors once thought impossible.

Family is at the heart of everything TK does. He is blessed with one biological daughter, three bonus daughters, and a bonus son — a family that reflects love, gratitude, and purpose. His greatest values are his faith in God and the love he shares with his family.

Beyond work, TK gives back to the youth by refereeing kids’ basketball — encouraging discipline, teamwork, and confidence. He also finds joy in golfing and hiking, living life with gratitude and passion.

But TK’s journey doesn’t stop there. Embracing new dreams, he has stepped into the world of acting, co-starring in the TV sitcom “Livin’ in Black & White.” This project represents more than entertainment — it is the product of hard work, faith, and a lifetime of overcoming obstacles. TK hopes that when people watch it, they feel inspired, uplifted, and reminded that purpose has no expiration date.

His message to the world is simple and powerful:

If I can grow up in a rough neighborhood, rise above the odds, move to Denver, build a beautiful life, and chase my dreams — then so can you. God has watched over me, guided me, and blessed me with a life I am proud of here in Colorado. My story isn’t just mine — it’s proof that faith, effort, and hope can change everything.

TRAVIS “BIG HOSS”

From the high-stakes world of professional athletics to the fast-paced corridors of commercial real estate, Nick Steitz has built a career defined by discipline, charisma, and a natural ability to connect with people. A proud alumnus of the University of Oregon, where he played collegiate football, Nick’s journey led him to a stint in the NFL, an experience that forged his relentless work ethic and team-first mentality.

For the past 15 years, Nick has been a staple in the commercial real estate industry, mastering the art of high-level negotiation, leasing, and sales. However, his most enduring passion has always been the art of performance. A natural storyteller with an innate gift for timing and humor, he has long harbored a desire to bring his infectious energy to the screen.

That dream became a reality this past year when he stepped into the role of Travis in the new sitcom Livin’ In Black & White. Written and directed by a creative collaborator, long-time friend and colleague, Rick McMann, the project showcases Nick’s ability to command a room and make an audience laugh. Whether navigating a complex real estate deal or leading a cast on set, Nick brings an authentic, magnetic presence to everything he touches, making him a compelling new talent to watch in the industry.

LIL PAX

Paxton Dwyer (Lil Pax) is a Denver, Colorado–based independent rapper and actor. In both the sitcom and in real life, he plays a version of himself—an artist navigating creativity, ambition, and everyday life. Music has always been central to Paxton’s identity, and his work as Lil Pax is rooted in real experiences and honest self-expression.

As an independent rapper, Lil Pax has released multiple albums and built an audience without the backing of a major label. He has performed live, collaborated with other artists, and developed a distinct sound through years of consistent, self-driven work. Staying independent has allowed him to maintain full creative control while growing organically as an artist.

Currently, Paxton is focused on creating new music, expanding his acting work, and developing projects that reflect where he is in life now. He continues to record, write, and collaborate while sharpening his on-screen presence through ongoing roles and creative opportunities. Looking ahead five to ten years, Paxton aims to establish himself as a respected artist and actor with a strong, recognizable voice. He has shifted his focus exclusively to Christian music and is preparing to release a new EP in 2026. His long-term goal is to continue building meaningful music and performances that inspire, connect, and bring people to the kingdom.

BROOKLYN

Brooklyn is the house manager every Colorado household dreams of—organized, optimistic, and only mildly dramatic when someone puts an empty carton back in the fridge. She can wrangle a to-do list faster than most people can find their phones, and she does it all with a smile, a label maker, and at least three wellness supplements in her pocket “for emergencies.”

Brooklyn is played by Rebecca Williams, a native Texan now building her life in Austin, Texas. Ambitious, outspoken, confident, caring, and wildly creative, Rebecca somehow juggles real estate, acting, wellness, and a travel habit that really deserves its own rewards program. She began her real estate career in 2017, starting in residential before moving into commercial business development, helping entrepreneurs and business owners find the perfect space to grow. When she's not working, she's soaking up sunshine, flowing through a yoga class, seeing live music, traveling, hiking a trail, sipping a good margarita, laughing with friends, or loving on her fiance, her dog and two cats-who remain blissfully unaware that they are not actually in charge.

Creativity has always been her first language. Rebeccaminored in theater, sang in a professional choir, and later interned at a production company where she wrote blogs, learned the art of behind-the-scenes chaos, and became a production assistant. Eventually, she stepped in front of the camera, realizing that was more her forte, finding excitement in modeling, acting in commercials, and bringing stories to life with undeniable charm.

Fueled by passion, humor, and a very Texan sense of determination, Rebecca brings Brooklyn to life with heart, wit, and the perfect amount of sparkle.

WENDY | RIAH

Michelle Roberts  is a dynamic creative and on-camera personality whose work blends sharp commentary, humor, and cultural insight. With a background in digital media, brand storytelling, and content creation, Elle has built a reputation for delivering relatable, confident, and engaging performances both online and on screen. She is the creator behind multiple digital projects, including The Scroll Recap, a fast-growing social series known for its witty takes on pop culture and current events.

A natural communicator, Michelle brings warmth, authenticity, and comedic timing to every role she steps into. Her experience creating user-generated content for brands has honed her ability to connect with audiences quickly, adapt to different tones, and deliver performances that feel natural and effortless. Whether she’s in front of the camera or developing creative concepts behind the scenes, Michelle thrives in collaborative environments and is known for her strong work ethic and creative intuition.

Balancing creativity with real-life perspective, Michelle draws inspiration from everyday moments, relationships, and modern culture — a quality that makes her especially well-suited for sitcom storytelling. She’s excited to bring heart, humor, and authenticity to this new role and to continue expanding her presence in scripted television.

RYDER

Born in the Show-Me state but raised in Colorado, Mark has been entertaining folks since his roll as the class clown in 2nd thru 12th Grade. A Film and Video major from the University of Kansas, Mark has always enjoyed dabbling in the creative arts.

Throughout his 30 plus years as a Commercial Real Estate broker for Lincoln Property Company, Mark has honed his skills. Handling transactions for a variety of business types and financial strengths have given him insight and access to a multitude of different ways people define success.

In addition to playing the character of Ryder in Livin’ in Black and White, Mark enjoys traveling, parenting (most of the time), and spending time with family and friends. Golf, tennis, cooking, watching sporting events, and being outside are, to quote Lil Pax “What throttle his engine!!”

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DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

After three decades in corporate America—wandering the fluorescent hallways of banking and higher education—Luis finally escaped a world fueled by titles, corporate buzzwords, and meetings that could’ve easily been emails. He traded the corporate ladder for creativity, human connection, and lighting that didn’t hum.

His photography career began accidentally in 2014, when someone asked him to add a “LinkedIn headshot booth” to career fairs. Armed with zero photography experience, a bargain-bin camera, and pure optimism, he quickly discovered two things: he had a great eye, and people didn’t panic when he pointed a camera at them. This hidden talent led him to launch a full-time photography business in 2015, specializing in professional headshots.

Then 2020 happened.

When the pandemic shut everything down, Luis did what creative types do best: panicked, made coffee, went to therapy, and re-tooled. If the world was going to Zoom, stream, and narrate itself, he was going to be a part of it. Survival mode morphed into video production, including interviews, promotional content, drone footage, and audiobook production. With a lifelong love of sound recording, he now produces high-quality audiobooks, guiding projects from “Is this mic on?” to polished final delivery. Global chaos, it turns out, is an excellent business coach. Since then, he’s photographed over 10,000 people across the U.S. and Canada and continues to geek over new gear.

Most recently, Luis serves as Director of Photography on the sitcom Livin’ In Black & White and learning to love yet another aspect of creativity.  When he’s not behind all Gemini, he enjoys running, golfing, and explaining to his wife and dogs why owning this many cables is perfectly “normal.”

CO-DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

Troy Fairbanks is a cinematographer based in Denver and the owner of Fairbanks Films. Most days he is out filming something, whether it is a documentary, a sports project, a commercial, or aerial work. He recently stepped into this sitcom project, which has been a fun new challenge and a completely different creative environment.

Lately Troy has been focused on growing Fairbanks Films and taking on projects that feel meaningful and visually interesting. He has been working across a mix of commercial and documentary productions and moving into larger multicamera setups and narrative projects.

In the coming years, Troy hopes to continue leaning into narrative and documentary work and developing stories that blend strong visuals with real emotion. He is working toward building a slate of passion projects and longer form ideas that he has been shaping behind the scenes.

Outside of work, Troy spends most of his time running, biking, paddle boarding, camping, and exploring Colorado with his wife, friends/family, and their golden retriever Louie. 

FOUNDING PRINCIPAL - PURPOSE PUBLIC RELATIONS

Tara is a strategic storyteller who bridges the worlds of public relations, journalism, film, and television to amplify underrepresented voices and move audiences to action.

As the founder of Purpose Public Relations, she partners with brands, creatives, and changemakers to craft narratives that resonate, ensuring their stories are not only told, but heard in the right rooms, by the right people. Her approach blends heart and strategy, informed by years of experience in newsrooms, on sets, and within mission-driven campaigns.

Previously, as a Booking Producer at CBS News, Tara helped shape national conversations by elevating voices rooted in resilience, justice, and cultural impact. In earlier roles as a human rights communications strategist, she worked with nonprofits, civil rights groups, and political campaigns to uplift historically marginalized communities through powerful messaging, digital storytelling, and earned media.

As a filmmaker, Tara holds indie work especially close to her heart, drawn to stories that are intimate, bold, and deeply human.

Whether shaping a brand’s media strategy or directing a scene, Tara’s work is rooted in one belief: that storytelling, when done with care and conviction, can change how we see the world - and our place in it.

ARIANA

CO-DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY | LEAD EDITOR | FRAT BOY E1

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