Our visual artists are creative collaborators, with expertise in film production, videography, photography, audio production, and much more. We know that high quality media requires a crew of seasoned, enthusiastic creators to get it done - that’s how the Black Valve team delivers. From pre-visualization to physical and post-production, we have you covered every step of the way.

EVAN PRUNTY

Co-Founder | Photographer and Videographer | Director

Evan is the founder of Black Valve Media and specializes in video production and photography. He has worked the in media production industry for around a decade, and is excited to bring together a team of extremely talented artists in Cleveland to make amazing work.

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HUNTER PRUNTY

Co-Founder | Audio Engineer | Videographer & Photographer

Hunter is a graduate of the Cuyahoga Community College Recording Arts and Technology Program and has always had a passion for editing, audio, and video. He captures tones and concepts through many forms of audio and video technology, with a strong attention to detail.

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SHELLY DUNCAN

Photographer | Model | Photo Editor

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Shelly is extremely passionate about photography and specializes in capturing emotion in her work. She wants to bring more realness to the world and help people express themselves. 

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Michael William Chopra

Media Production Associate | Filmmaker

Michael is a filmmaker with extensive experience taking projects from initial storyboards to final delivery. He is inspired by the ability of film & video to engage audiences and transform perspectives.

Kalim Hill (AGO AME)

Filmmaker | Video Editor

RaShawn Barrow (MInD WINE)

Filmmaker | Video Editor | Video Assist

THOMAS MATHEIS

Videographer | First AC | SteadiCam Operator

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Thomas’ strong passion for cinematography allows the Black Valve team to approach projects with a unique cinematic perspective. With big ideas and no fear of challenges, each project pushes him forward

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Evelyn Engle

Camera Assistant | Video Utility | Producer

INTERNSHIPS

Black Valve Media is proud to provide students with the opportunity to develop their filmmaking skills and improve their knowledge of the industry through real work experience during seasonal internships.

2024 Interns

Molly Marquette

Meghan Grisez

Summer 2022 Interns

Evelyn Engle

Celia Andrews

Michael Chopra

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Spring 2019 Intern

Tyler Hasul

Tyler graduated from both Wickliffe High School and Mentor High School. He currently attends BGSU as a VCT major. He plays the sax, dances, take pictures, and edits photos/videos.

 

Summer 2017 INTERN

JACK

Jack is a student at Shaker Heights High School in Shaker Heights. He enjoys computers, video games and Taco Bell.

Spring 2017 Intern

Keyah Madaris

Keyah is a senior at attending Euclid and Mentor High Schools. She hopes to go to college in New York or LA and hopes to become a director.