Meet the Team
At Rebel Nine-Nine Studios, we may come from different backgrounds, but we are a close-knit family. Our diverse experiences and skillsets allow us to offer unique perspectives and creativity on every project, ensuring that your vision is brought to life in the most creative and authentic way possible. Scroll down and learn more about our family.
Phillip
Arthur
Dixon
Writer
Director
Producer
Phillip is an HBCU graduate, has a Masters in History from the University of Kansas and has won several film awards. Artistically, he engages with Midwestern subcultures. Phillip is passionate about showcasing the skills and talents of clients, while allowing their authentic stories to develop.
Boots
Collins
Cinematographer
Director
editor
Nate "Boots" Collins is a true student of filmmaking. He found his love for cinema long before majoring in film and animation at the Academy of Art University. His goal is to always tell the best stories possible. He achieves this through his keen eye, with the skills he learned and taught himself over years in the industry.
Jillian
Nelson
assistant director
producer
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Jillian is our resident Assistant Director and Producer. She is a graduate from Carnegie Mellon University, with a Bachelors in Design and over the course of her decade long production career, has acquired a Master's in Wearing Many Hats. Her experience working in all departments makes her an expert on interpreting and executing a clients vision in the most efficient and beautiful way possible.
Adriana
Colina
Cinematographer
PRODUCTION DESIGNER
Adriana is a graduate from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, with a Bachelors in Film & Media Arts. She found her love for set design as she was working behind the camera for narrative films, music videos and commercial work. She lets her unique artistic style come to life when working both in front and behind the camera.
Rob
Alan
Edgington
GAFFER
CINEMATOGRAPHER
Rob is a University of Missouri-Kansas City graduate with a Bachelors in Film and Media. He has worked on TV series, documentaries, ads, and many short films. His passion for cinematography drives him to create looks that best fit a client's project.
Joel
Brown
Director
writer
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A graduate in film and media studies from the University of Kansas, Joel is an up-and-coming filmmaker passionate about all things Kansas City. He loves to engage with the community, share their stories, and connect and create with like-minded individuals!
Ronald L
Wilkins II
audio engineer
sound designer
Ron is an accredited audio engineer and sound designer, with over a decade of immersive experience in the industry. As a versatile professional in his field, he is dedicated to the art of creative expression through sound and strives to bring imaginative sonic landscapes to life. No matter the client, his collaborative approach is tailored to help them achieve their unique auditory visions.
Michael
Paul Jr.
grip
drone pilot
Michael is a technician who has a love for supporting those who are out to achieve their perfect artistic expression. His creative insight and foundation allows for any set he is on to produce the best. He is also in the process of becoming a drone pilot.