Native Hawaiian videographer and photographer. Born and raised on the west side of O'ahu in Wai'anae. My favorite subject to capture is the night sky.

has worked in Hawai'i's television industry as a writer-producer-director for over 40 years. He has written more than 25 documentaries for television and was the executive producer of PBS Hawai'i's HIKI NŌ student news network from its launch in 2011 to 2023. He was the co-creator of the nationally televised PBS series "Pacific Heartbeat" and is currently the Vice President of Business Development at PBS Hawai'i.

from Kailua, Hawaiʻi developed a passion for media and design during high school. He earned a Visual Communications degree from Collins College, worked in the print industry, and started a company specializing in database-driven websites and photography. He later transitioned into video production at KALO TV and joined PBS Hawai'i's HIKI NŌ team as Editor/Associate Producer. After four years, he became the Director of Learning Initiatives, where he inspires and prepares the next generation for success in the field he's dedicated his career to.

is the managing editor of HIKI NŌ on PBS Hawai‘i, Hawai‘i’s statewide student news network, where elementary, middle and high school students learn how to create PBS-quality news features that reach a statewide audience on PBS Hawai‘i and global audience online. Sheʻs also an independent filmmaker. Her most recent short documentary, AMEFIL (Amy), profiled civil rights activist legend Amy Agbayani and premiered at the Hawaiʻi International Film Festival in 2023.

is the Editor for HIKI NŌ on PBS Hawaiʻi. Prior to working at PBS Hawaiʻi he was a media teachers for 9 years at a high school in San Diego California. He is passionate about storytelling, education, and is very excited to continue working with young storytellers.

Rosalie and Mana work in the Education Services area at ʻŌlelo Community Media. Together they help educate the community on how to share their voice through media.

is the Education Manager at ʻŌlelo Community Media. She holds a PhD in Film Studies and has taught courses in Critical Studies, Creative Media, and Video Production at various universities, including the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.

Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh computer in 1984. Since then Apple has designed products and programs that help unleash the creative potential in every individual, no matter how they learn and what they love to do. Apple Education is dedicated to helping schools around the world expand what’s possible for learning, create new opportunities for teaching, and establish dynamic environments that inspire both.

Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh computer in 1984. Since then Apple has designed products and programs that help unleash the creative potential in every individual, no matter how they learn and what they love to do. Apple Education is dedicated to helping schools around the world expand what’s possible for learning, create new opportunities for teaching, and establish dynamic environments that inspire both.

Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh computer in 1984. Since then Apple has designed products and programs that help unleash the creative potential in every individual, no matter how they learn and what they love to do. Apple Education is dedicated to helping schools around the world expand what’s possible for learning, create new opportunities for teaching, and establish dynamic environments that inspire both.

Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh computer in 1984. Since then Apple has designed products and programs that help unleash the creative potential in every individual, no matter how they learn and what they love to do. Apple Education is dedicated to helping schools around the world expand what’s possible for learning, create new opportunities for teaching, and establish dynamic environments that inspire both.

For the last thirteen years, Alex Miyamoto has been actively teaching media and video production to youth across Hawaiʻi, helping them explore and use media in innovative and creative ways. He is excited to return to Shoots Summit Hawaiʻi to inspire another generation to pursue media as a career.

has worked in various roles within the University of Hawaiʻi System for 16 years. As the Alignment Specialist for Hawaiʻi P-20, Stacie connects HIDOE’s 13 CTE Pathways with post-secondary programs and local industry. The Hawaiʻi Career Pathways website showcases newly developed pathway maps that align high school pathways and 42 programs of study to post-secondary programs and state workforce needs. Each map is a comprehensive resource, detailing pathway specifics, transfer agreements, admission requirements, Early College course recommendations, costs, transfer options, and related job prospects in Hawaiʻi.

Jun is the creative mind behind the lens with over 22 yrs of professional experience. His interest in photography began at younger age in the darkroom with recognition and winning numerous awards and in 2001 he began his career as a visual storytelling photographer.  His photography often oscillate between intimacies of relationships and the ambience of the moment with unique interpretation of natural light.

Robyn Keeney is the Marketing Director for Hawaii News Now, shepherding the brand of the news organization, and also partnering with local clients to help create unique messaging for their brands. She loves the creative process and the challenge of making companies stand out in a crowded business landscape. Robyn gives off serious nerd vibes with her love of reading and watching documentaries. She also practices yoga daily, usually under the watchful eye of her scruffy terrier, Max.

My name is Elton Gemeno-Hing. I was born and raised on the North Shore of Oahu in Waialua. I currently have a thriving YouTube channel with over 640 videos that includes but is not limited to Hawaii Bike Life, sharing real life experiences, promoting local businesses and quality consumer products. My specialty on a bike are wheelies.

Siena was born and raised in Kaua’i and began her acting career at the age of 8, booking a recurring role on an ABC Texas Ranger drama. She went on to become a recurring guest star on several Nickelodeon and Disney shows at a young age and since then, has starred as the lead in 3 separate TV Series’, two of which were on Netflix. Some may recognize Siena as Nick in “ No Good Nick” and Young Billie in the horror franchise “Resident Evil”. Siena has also been the lead in several movies, including Disney Channel's “Upside Down Magic”, a soccer movie co-starring soccer legend, Alex Morgan, called “Alex and Me”, and Young Mia in the Fast and Furious franchise, " F9: The Fast Saga". Siena recently shot and starred in four back to back films, two of which were just released: The 4:30 Movie, a Kevin Smith film and starring as Dallas Bryan in Tubi’s first original movie and recent hit ” Sidelined The QB and Me”. She has two upcoming movies, not yet released, “The Upside of Unrequited”, adapted from the YA novel by New York Times bestselling author and a horror film called “What She Doesn’t Know.

Sydney was born and raised on the island of Kaua'i and began her acting career at the age of 7, starting out in numerous local theatre productions along with performing in several talent shows around the island.  After graduating high school, Sydney moved to Los Angeles to pursue her passion for acting. Sydney’s hard work and preparation over the years, helped her to land the role of Disney’s beloved character, Nani, in the upcoming Live Action “Lilo and Stitch”, set to be released only in Theatres in May 2025.  Sydney is currently filming in Toronto as one of the leads in a new series titled “Ripple” and recently just wrapped on a psychological thriller called, “Ether” in which she is also executive producing and starring in. In addition, Sydney can be seen as the lead in the recently released Hawai'i film called, “At Her Feet”, in a supporting role in the indie film, “Infamously in Love”, and as a recurring role in season 4 of Netflix's “On My Block”, among other credits.

Daisy Church is an animator, artist, and educator with over twenty years of experience working in the entertainment industry. Originally from Delaware, she has lived and worked internationally for her work in television, video games, and education. Her work has been seen on Cartoon Network, HBO, MTV, Adult Swim, Nick Jr, Disney Interactive Games, and Disney Playhouse.

Aloha, also known to my students as Mr. K. I've been a teacher, computer tech, and yearbook advisor at Kealakehe Intermediate on Moku O Keawe for 8 years. Now I work with high school students doing culinary and media. I'm also an Information Systems Analyst for the County of Hawaii.

Yasha Ronquillo is a Film & Media Production teacher teacher at Maui High School and a portrait photographer who specializes in weddings, couples, and individual-styled shoots. As a 2022 graduate from the University of Hawaiʻi West Oahu Academy of Creative Media, she works extensively with new media technologies and loves to mentor younger creatives who are interested in photography and videography.

Maui High School Alumni, UH West Oahu Academy For Creative Media Alumni, Maui High School Digital Design Teacher

Mitchel Merrick is a passionate filmmaker dedicated to telling stories that reflect the cultural richness of his home in Hawai’i. His journey began at age 10 when he received a camcorder as a birthday gift, sparking a lifelong love for filmmaking. After earning a Bachelor’s in Media and Creative Technology from the University of Waikato in Aotearoa, Mitchel returned to Hawai‘i to hone his craft and share stories rooted in his culture.
He gained recognition through ‘Ohina’s inaugural Filmmaker’s Lab, where he received mentorship from Joe Robert Cole for his script Kālewa (2018). Since then, he has produced several impactful projects, including the feature film Water Like Fire (2020) and the short Kūkini (2024), which was featured in the Hawai‘i International Film Festival. Mitchel remains committed to creating authentic, Hawai‘i-centered narratives that inspire and connect audiences worldwide.

Started in 1997 as a custom print tech learning color theory, printing modes, and analog lab management before owning a camera. Professional photography career has since veered (careened?) from high end jewelry to the Winter X Games, weddings and architecture. Was the first photographer ever to capture a stitched panoramic image with a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. 2025 is his 10th year with Tamron Lenses.

Leila Jaffuel is a Creative Director who leverages the art of storytelling to inspire collective action and ignite change. She builds brand identities and results-driven campaigns that reflect her clients’ core values and accelerate their growth. Shortly after launching her agency, Ember Media, in 2020, she also founded The Storyteller’s Collective to facilitate seamless collaborations amongst an emerging network of talented freelancers in Hawai’i, and beyond. Leila has a bachelors in Journalism and Advertising from Hawai’i Pacific University. She also completed her masters in Social Impact so she could better serve nonprofit clients and social enterprises with inspiring stories.

INSPIRE, INNOVATE AND EDUCATE.Twiddle Productions is a multimedia studio located  in the beautiful city of Honolulu, on the Island of Oahu. Our diverse and multi-cultural team specializes in animation, production, education, and multimedia. Our work has been showcased on various platforms such as television, film festivals, and schools worldwide. We strive to bring a unique vision and approach to each project, whether it involves cultural-based content, curriculum development for coding and robotics, or animation.