Our Team
Lucas Tran Smith is a North Carolina native and has been a member of the filmmaking community for over 10 years. Taking part in productions across the Carolinas, Lucas has had the pleasure of working on dozens of independent films as well as projects for HBO, Investigative Discovery, ESPN, and The New York Times.
Kristen Annette is a filmmaker who graduated with her bachelors degree in Communications and Film Studies at UNC-Charlotte. Before joining The East Indie, Kristen has jump-started her career, working on large-scale feature films and web content alongside clients such as Mythical Entertainment, Snow Story Productions, and Sobe Brooks Studios.
Austin Pigza is an Actor, Producer, Director, and Editor raised in Charlotte, NC. A Western Carolina University Business School grad, Austin has utilized his studies to build lasting professional creative relationships. Projects he’s worked on as a performer have been distributed globally, featured in film festivals across the Carolinas, shown in regional primetime commercial slots like the Super Bowl, and uploaded to large YouTube Channels. Projects he’s worked on as crew locally have been released for various companies from Google, ESPN, Fidelity, Guiness, Tractor Supply co., and more.
The East Indie
The East Indie Film Company is a locally owned multimedia company based in Raleigh,
North Carolina, providing exceptional film and photography services for individuals and small businesses. Our focus is on crafting captivating stories through narrative film production,
with our team of skilled professionals delivering innovative and creative solutions
that cater to our clients' unique needs.
Our mission is to create personalized and professional media content that inspires, informs, and engages audiences while leaving a lasting impact. With a commitment to quality, creativity, and innovation, we strive to exceed our clients' expectations by delivering exceptional services that meet their goals, timelines, and budgets.
At The East Indie Film Company, we pride ourselves on building strong and lasting relationships with our clients, founded on trust, quality, and excellence in all aspects of our work. Our in-house team can write, produce, and edit projects, providing a
seamless and efficient process from start to finish.
Whether you need a professional headshot,
a promotional video, help with your podcast,
or production of your feature or short film, you can count on
The East Indie Film Company to deliver exceptional results.