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February 2026 • 9 months

COMPLETED

Soul Santa EPK

Press kit cinematography for BET+

I filmed cast interviews and behind-the-scenes footage for the Soul Santa electronic press kit during a one-day shoot. I also worked as a second-unit camera operator on the film.

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Synthetic Cinema International

Film Production Company

A man in a Santa costume and a woman sitting together in front of a decorated Christmas tree.

Technologies

Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6KAputure lighting

The Overview

Andrew Gernhard at Synthetic Cinema International brought me in to shoot the electronic press kit (EPK) for Soul Santa, a 2021 BET+ holiday film produced by Brainstorm Media. I worked with producer Nicole Guenthard to film interviews with the lead and supporting cast, including David and Tamela Mann. The Christmas tree and fireplace gave the interviews a consistent backdrop, and I also captured behind-the-scenes footage on set.

I also worked as a second-unit camera operator on the film.

David Mann in a Santa suit and Tamela Mann seated in front of a Christmas tree and fireplace.
David and Tamela Mann on the EPK interview set.
A cast member in a red Soul Santa shirt seated beside the Christmas tree and fireplace.
Supporting cast interview on the same set.
BET+ official trailer

Credits

Director of Photography

Paul Melluzzo

Media Management

Paul Stenko

Producer

Nicole Guenthard

Producer

Andrew Gernhard

Producer

Colin Theys

Contact

Paul Melluzzo is a creative director and technologist, and the founder of Omnislash Visual. His work brings together visual storytelling, design, and software development - from films and animation to apps and creative tools.

Email

driventocreatepodcast@gmail.com

Phone

203-693-1275