Meet the Team
Creative Specialists
Kressa Phillips
Roles: Owner, Director / Producer
Education: Bachelors in Public Relations, bachelors in Spanish
Industry Experience: Independent filmmaker + photographer since 2019, former staff videographer at the Springdale Chamber of Commerce, and former Communications Officer for Samaritan’s Purse: Cambodia.
A Few Words: My path to production started in marketing, where I learned how impactful a clear message and strong brand can be. While I took photo and video courses during undergrad, working in communications for a nonprofit in Cambodia led me to experience storytelling in a much more transformative way. That experience changed the direction of my career and ultimately inspired me to build Krescent Studios. Today, my goal is to lead a full-service production team that turns ideas into powerful visuals with depth and intention. My goal is never simply to make something look good; it’s to make you feel something.
Favorite Quote: “It’s one thing to take a picture of what a person looks like; it’s another thing to make a portrait of who they are.”– Paul Caponigro
Michael Negrete
Roles: Key Grip, Photographer, Editor
Education: Postsecondary Education in Surgical Technology
Industry Experience: Independent content creator since 2022 and founder of Caffeinated Media
A Few Words: My own photo and video business was the catalyst that allowed me to step into a unique opportunity with Krescent Studios. We share a deep passion for storytelling, visual creativity, and capturing the energy that fuels real moments. What started as a simple love for cameras and caffeine has now grown into a creative studio located in Springdale, AR where we are dedicated to producing high quality, cinematic content and work as a team.
Favorite Quote: “It is better to give than to receive”
– Shel Silverstein
In Partnership With
Ward Media Co.
Cinematographer
We team up with only the best in the industry to provide an extensive crew capable of any production needs you may have. Led by Jake, Ward Media Co. is our go-to for specialty film projects. Jake is known for his masterful camera work, artistic vision, sound, and gaffing.
Team Photo Gallery
