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Director / Executive Producer
Brandon Wade |
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Former
RTLC staffer, Brandon Wade, owner of Visionary Reflections
& Depth Of Field Productions, devotes his time to using
his gifts to better the world around him.
Visionary Reflections is a business that provides Photography,
Videography, Graphic and Website design. Visionary Reflections
has been in operation since 2001. It's focus is on documenting
events & people's experiences.
Depth
Of Field Productions is a documentary film company that
will be releasing "Let It Shine"as it's first
film. Depth of Field Productions' mission is make films
that help educate the way we look at things and find a real
depth to the subject which gives us the opportunity to reflect
on that subject. More then just entertainment, our films
dive into the soul of the subject and help inspire action.
| "I
truly believe that knowledge breeds understanding and
appreciation. My goal for making this film is to start
a dialogue about the impact Rainbow Trail has had on
our lives. My hope is that this film will build a greater
and deeper appreciation for the opportunity we have
been afforded by being a part of this wonderful experience,
that being Rainbow Trail Ministries." |
Click here to learn more about:
Visionary
Reflections
Depth
Of Field Productions
Contact
Brandon Here |
| The
Composer
James Hersch |
For
almost a decade, James Hersch has blessed Rainbow Trail with
his musical talent and grace during the Family Camp weeks
of summer programming. |
For
over twenty five years acclaimed writer, singer and guitarist
James Hersch has been quietly building a repertoire of work
that puts him squarely on the edge of acoustic music's importance
in North American culture.
James has a rare mixture of straight forward musical talent,
humor and sensitivity that allows him to create songs that
speak to what is common in all of us. James is one of those
few performers who allow his listener to experience his music
through intimate images which confront and celebrate today's
human condition.
James, a native Minnesotan, has eleven album credits to his
name and has become known for his guitar/voice only releases
"BackTracks" and "Innerweather" (strictly
acoustic, just James, his voice and his guitar). Hersch has
been nominated National NACA Coffeehouse Entertainer of the
Year several times and has been a finalist at the international
Kerrville Folk Festival.
Although James has a Bachelor of Arts degree in classical
guitar, his songwriting and performing styles are eclectic
and broadly appealing. While Hersch performs as a solo acoustic
artist, his music has taken on a life of it's own, deeply
planted in the minds of the thousands who hear him each year.
James' outreach residencies have become a favorite program
among colleges and communities. From elementary school assemblies
to elderly care facility concerts, the special challenge of
touching inter-generational audiences suits Hersch well. James
and his 'REACH program received the Harry Chapin Award for
Contributions to Humanity from the National Association for
Campus Activities. His keynote/concerts have been a highlight
at many professional and academic gatherings.
To
learn more about 'REACH and James Hersch, click here. |
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| Associate
Producer / Writer
Matt Olin |
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Matt
Olin was a camper at Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp from the
summer of 1995 until the summer of 2004. He has been on staff
for the summers of 2005 and 2006. This summer, Matt kept Brandon
company whilst Brandon worked diligently on the film. Currently,
Matt is in actually being helpful with “Let It Shine.”
He currently attends CU-Boulder where he majors in Studio
Arts (Graphic Design/Photography/Video).
| “I’m
super stoked to be a part of this video that helps capture
the ministry and wonder of Rainbow Trail; a place which
has been a huge part of my life and the lives of many.
Helping out on this video has been a true blessing and
helps combine art and ministry.” |
Contact
Matt Here |
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| Associate
Producer
Sara Witte |
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Sara
Witte has been on staff at Rainbow Trail during the summers
of 2002, 03, 04, and 06 serving in many different roles. She
has always loved the impact Rainbow Trail has on campers and
staff alike, so she jumped at the opportunity to help with
this project, LET IT SHINE.
Sara currently attends the University of Colorado at Boulder
and is graduating in May with a dual degree in Architectural
Engineering and Music.
During the last few months, Sara has moved through many positions
while working on this film. She started as interview Transcriber,
then moved to Production Office Coordinator, and now is happily
contributing to the film as an Associate Producer.
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"My life has been dramatically changed in positive
ways by Rainbow Trail, and I am excited to be involved
in this project that helps tell the stories from the last
50 years and beyond. Working on this project has taught
me more about the depth of Rainbow Trail's ministry, and
I am blessed to have been a part of this visionary project." |
Contact
Sara Here
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| Co-Executive
Producer
Rev. Dave "Cruzer" Cruson |
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Pastor
Dave Cruson, affectionately known as “Cruzer”,
was a camper beginning in 1982 through 1988. He then served
on staff from 1989 to 1994. He’s been able to serve
as camp pastor since 1999.
Dave serves as pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in
Colorado Springs, is married to Carissa, and they have a dog
named Baylor and a cat named Tanner.
Not the most technically adept person, Cruzer wonders why
he’s even included in the esteemed people above him
on this list. Cruzer’s job has been to make Brandon
laugh and relax (there is a reason- Assistant to Mr. Wade).
He is the co-executive writer, unit production manager, key
grip, gaffer, best boy, 2nd 2nd camera operator, and costume
designer (only kidding on the last one). Lastly, Dave and
Carissa are executive producers of “Let It Shine.”
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“Through the love of Christ, I found my passion
(Thanks B-dub!) for this project to tell the amazing and
blessed story of Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp. I feel honored
to be a part of something that captures and shares a part
of God’s kingdom on earth. If you are reading this,
you, as well, have come to know how special the ministry
of Rainbow Trail has been over the years and will be for
years to come.” “It is what it is!” |
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| Associate
Producer
Erik Palmquist |
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Erik
Palmquist was a camper at RTLC since 1998 till 2004. He was
on staff for the 2005 and the 2006 summers. He helped with
filming and researching parts of the “Let it Shine”
video during the 2006 summer. Erik is currently helping with
post-production as an associate producer. He currently attends
Colorado Film School.
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“I am excited to see the video come together to
show the true ministry of Rainbow Trail. It is a blessing
to get to work on a project that combines my passion for
RTLC and for video production”. |
Contact
Erik Here |
| Associate
Producer
Corey Okes |
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Corey
Okes was a camper from 1994-2005 and served on staff in 2006,
and started at Colorado Film School this fall. This last summer
he helped with researching and filming, and is now working
on post-production as an associate producer.
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“Rainbow Trail has been such a big part in shaping
my life, I’m excited to put it with another passion
to give back to camp, and can’t wait to see the
final product.” |
Contact
Corey Here |
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