WHO WE ARE
A “best in breed” team of creative, production and design professionals, who create emotive content that moves the needle. Our nimble, senior-level team allows us to service clients with the expectations of today’s fast and ever-changing market.
Gobi M. Rahimi - Executive Producer/Director
Gobi M. Rahimi is a commercial and branded content producer/director with an eye for innovation. Gobi works to provide his clients agile and cost effective production solutions.
As a director, he has created a number of successful campaigns including: Nestle Butterfinger, Hot Pockets, Hewlett Packard, Shell, Microsoft, Zillow, Dräger AOL, TechCrunch and many more. Many of Gobi’s branded content creations have registered in excess of 1 billion impressions. His TV and film credits include shows for HBO, Discovery, Showtime, BET, MTV and ESPN. Gobi’s work combines content development, branding and production. His specialties include ideation, agency, brand and talent liaison, post production, acquisition and budgeting. Gobi has over 20 years of directing, producing and brand development at his disposal. Gobi and his team are currently focusing on brands who have sustainability initiatives, globally. Gobi is published author and is currently developing a book and feature film about his experience sitting watch for 6 nights for infamous rapper Tupac Shakur, after he was gunned down in Las Vegas. In a previous life, Gobi was an award winning Real Estate Agent. He graduated from CSUF with a degree in International Marketing and a minor in French. Gobi is the father of two lively children, and a world renowned cook, in his own head.
Liza Lee - Executive Producer
Liza is a writer, producer, and management veteran, one of her first management clients being Naughty By Nature. She oversees the INKWELL roster, which includes DJ Whoo Kid (50 Cent's DJ and SiriusXM Host), Swaggy Sie (multimedia personality and journalist), and up-and-coming R&B sensation Amari Noelle, who is also a featured actress on "The Chi."
Her previous clients include JAX (Atlantic Records), Viv and the Revival (Republic Records), Lil' STL (Atlantic), Kurtis Blow, Syleena Johnson, Black Sheep, and many more. At INKWELL, Liza has maintained brand partnerships with Kellogg's, McDonald's, Timberland, SiriusXM, Jardín Premium Cannabis, Rolling Loud, Crackle TV, and Spirits Network. Via SYNCWELL, she has placed tracks with Netflix, CBS, NBC, ESPN, Viacom, and Paramount Pictures.
As a writer and television show developer, Liza has produced and developed four TV shows with brand sponsorships from DIAGEO, Avion, and a 5-star luxury hotel. She also ghostwrites books, biographies, business content, and film projects. She has created a reality series for Waka Flocka Flame, wrote and created two streaming series with Chase Visions (Sony Pictures), and has created promotional materials for Lil Wayne, NBA All-Star Weekend, Dream Doll, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (BRMC), French Montana, Goodie Mob, Ashanti, George Foreman, Ice T, Miles Electric Band, and Casanova. She also wrote the script for a promotional video for OMB Peezy (300 Entertainment).
Liza is thrilled to be working with her partner, Gobi M. Rahimi, and is honored to be bringing Static Free Films to the East Coast with Static Free Films NYC.
Chynna Morgan - Marketing Strategist
Chynna Morgan is a trailblazer in the marketing and music technology industry. She has worked with several companies around the world, such as Shell and Pennzoil, to create shareable brand experiences using the power of sound and music. She is on the cutting edge of ad-tech and is dedicated to sharing innovative ideas and perspectives on engaging with your audience and, most importantly, getting your ROI.
Leah Esposito - Creative Director
As a multi-disciplinary Creative Design & Art Director Leah has several decades of experience developing concepts, strategies and stories in the areas of marketing, advertising, branding, editorial, e-commerce and social media.
Developing and delivering strategic solutions for targeted, 360 omni-channels with a holistic approach, Leah directs and lead teams, conceptualizes, manages and executes hands-on innovative ideas and thoughtful, storytelling deliverables. With a focus on creative brand development and content creation, she drives ROI for businesses of all sizes using imagination, dedication, resourcefulness and authenticity.
Her creative communications experience includes working with a variety of audiences, brands and industries from start-ups to established public companies: Amazon, Arbonne, Bebe, Bloomingdale’s, Cosmopolitan, Clariol, Covergirl, Dannijo, David Yurman, Harpers Bazaar, Intermix, Jafra, Lacoste, Lycra, L’Oreal, Macy’s, Nike, Nordstrom, Orly, Ralph Lauren, Target, Toms, Verishop, Victoria’s Secret.
Leah’s work is continually inspired by her passion for art, photography, film and fashion.
Nishit Kanabar - Events Producer/DJ
Nishit spends his time equally between Tanzania, France and the USA, producing high caliber events for global brands and municipalities.
He graduated from Arizona State University with a BS in Accountancy and eventually found his love in marketing, customer service, retail, and event management; all points that touch the customer. Being a life-long student of psychology, specifically mind chemistry and human behavior, he is skilled at first studying a brands ethos and then delivering a unique branded experiences. He has a distinctive ability to simply complexities and communicate clearly across cultures.
He has represented top global brands such as Herman Miller and Ashley Furniture Home Store, organized award winning bespoke events (many for The Young Presidents’ Organization), and worked with global music legends. For seven years he held leadership roles (including Chairman) for YPO in Tanzania. Nishit is the father of two spirited children and speaks 5 languages.
Karla Ortiz -Digital Marketing Executive
As a former digital marketing executive at Universal Music Group, Karla has been the inspiration behind some of today’s most viral moments in music. For the past decade, Ortiz has been the go-to connector for digital service providers, inking deals for both independent and signed artists to top labels across multiple genres of music. Ortiz has worked with music icons such as Rihanna, Kanye West, Mary J. Blige, David Foster, Andrea Bocelli, Sarah McLachlan, Rod Stewart, and more.
Ortiz is best known for her roll-out digital campaign strategies, including those for Kanye's West "Jesus is King," David Foster: Off The Record Netflix documentary. Viral moments, like Dwyane Johnson’s historic rap debut on TechN9ne’s “Face Off” track and The Voice alumni Sophia Bromberg’s eco-focused initiative on TikTok, Ortiz is the industry’s hidden secret when it comes to high-level strategy, creative direction and overall understanding of online streaming and marketing behavior.
Edy Enriquez - VFX & Animation Producer
With 25+ years of production and post-production experience in the entertainment, advertising, and music video industry, Edy is an expert in helping clients determine the best course of action and best practices. Having evolved in step with the experimentation and technological innovations of the industry, his experience on a wide scale of projects and platforms benefits his clients in his ability to advise throughout every stage of production and post, identifying time and cost savings, and strategizing creative options to deliver award-winning creative on schedule and on budget. Edy own Apparatus Effects which is a full VXF and animation house. He has previously executive produced visual effects for television and films including: Spiderman 3, the Chronicles of Narnia series, The Flyboys, Modern Marvels, 1000 Ways to Die, The Incredible Hulk and Hancock.
Colleen Grace Rourke - Music Producer
Emmy Award nominated composer, SFX designer and, producer. Her projects include commercials, documentaries, multiple television shows, logo branding and Sonic ID’s/Mnemonics. Colleen graduated Bachelor of Music, University of Massachusetts.
Rubin Mendoza - Live Action Producer
With over twenty-five years experience as a bilingual Producer, Executive Producer and Line Producer, Rubin has successfully produced hundreds of national commercials, including spots for Apple, Nike, AMEX, Acura, Honda, Miller Lite, Coca Cola, McDonald’s, AT&T, Chevrolet, and Taco Bell (2016 Super Bowl) among other world famous brands. His producer credits also include some of the most iconic music videos ever made, for artists such as Michael Jackson, U2, Jennifer Lopez, Will Smith, Pharrell Williams, Celine Dion, Janet Jackson, Jaime Foxx, Stevie Wonder and Lenny Kravitz.
In addition to working throughout the United States, Mendoza has produced numerous projects in Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and throughout Europe and Asia. His expertise includes knowledge and negotiation skills involving multiple union, guild and labor matters plus up to date safety specifications including 100% Covid compliance and security for high profile celebrities.
Rubin has produced projects starring Morgan Freeman, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Salma Hayek, Jim Carey, Anthony Anderson, Martin Sheen, Chris Tucker and Marlon Brando, being among the many celebrities he has worked alongside with. He is highly sought after and trusted by notable directors including Jeff & Tim Cronenweth, The Hughes Brothers, Robert Rodriguez, Steve Oedekerk, Paris Barclay (former DGA President), Hype Williams, and Paul Hunter.
Mendoza’s awards include MTV Video Of The Year (Moonman) for best music video, multiple MVPA awards, a Grammy Award nomination, Clio Award for Best Public Service Announcement and numerous other nominations. He regularly serves as a guest speaker at industry conferences and universities.
Rubin lives in Los Angeles with his wife and their two teenage sons, whom they consider their ultimate productions.
Sabrina Millet Kanabar - Executive Event Producer
Sabrina is currently based along the French Riviera, helping luxury, fashion and experiential agencies deliver bespoke events. She’s a Senior Event Producer and Virtual Project Manager.
She’s a graduate from the Hotel & Tourism School Paul Augier, in the events industry producing works of Art for almost two decades between Tanzania and France. She is experienced at working with demanding clients in difficult and pressurized environments. Her ability to convert a vision to an exceptional reality is unmatched.
Her current client portfolio includes A.D.R., AmfAR, Creative Spirit, JCMAT, One World One Smile Foundation, QWAY International (MH), Young Presidents Organization, Young Scientists Tanzania. Sabrina is the mother of Nishit’s two Lively children. She is also an avid long distance runner.
Alex Malone - Partnerships Officer @alex@staticfreefilms.com
Alex is a passionate connector and ideator, working within industries such as television, technology, fine art and military. He loves bringing the right elements and collaborators to a project, allowing it to achieve higher heights and greater results.
He has previous experience as a Researcher in digital media and within the leadership team of multiple blockchain projects.
He aims for his work at Static Free Films to help catalyze positive change in the world!