Brotherhood and the Beautiful Game

Saad Soccer is a startup soccer academy founded by brothers Soony and Hamoody Saad. This portrait captures their shared vision, deep bond, and the role soccer has played in shaping their identity, both on and off the field.

Gunny’s Garage

Ahmad Hamadeh is a former U.S. Marine who now runs Gunny’s Garage. His presence is the heart of the gym — intense, focused, and motivating. Gunny’s Garage is more than a place to train; it’s a reflection of Ahmad’s discipline, his deep commitment to those he trains, and the kind of energy that makes people show up — and come back stronger.

The Last Video Store

This short documentary explores the last remaining video rental store in Michigan — a place that feels like a holdover from another era. What began as a simple curiosity turned into something unexpected: a portrait of genuine passion. Both the staff and the customers weren’t just hanging on to nostalgia — they truly cared about the store, and each other. It’s a story about connection, community, and the charm of a place that refuses to disappear.

Political Spot for Gabriela Santiago-Romero

For her Detroit City Council campaign, Gaby and I developed a message centered on reconnecting with neighborhoods — a counterpoint to the headline-driven buzz around Detroit’s development boom.