About
We tell damn fine stories
Moonshine is a full-service post-production house with world-class facilities in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. Comprised of a solid team of artists, supervisors, and technicians, the company has many years of experience and a consistent track record for delivering creative work on time, on budget, and with exceptional service.
Meet the Team
Drew Sawyer
Moonshine’s fearless founder Drew Sawyer began his professional life as a clam farmer – really, he farmed bivalves for a couple of seasons – before getting a German University education, then returning to his Georgia roots and becoming a Post Producer. Whether he’s on the set of an indie Sundance horror film dressed only in a pair of bloody boxers, or working with a talented post-production team on an episodic television series, Drew loves telling stories. It’s why he started Moonshine in the first place. When he’s not making movies with his friends or for “the Man,” Drew is hard to find, and camping with his daughter or four days deep backpacking in bear country.
Drew Sawyer
Partner & Post Producer
John Petersen
With over 25 years of experience in production and post, Moonshine’s colorist John Petersen has seen it all. After a decade in Chicago post, he joined us here in Atlanta where he’s worked on numerous feature films and television series. His seasoned wisdom combined with youthful vigor make JP Moonshine’s finest aged spirit. Outside the office, he’s a family man who enjoys summer trips home to IN with his wife, their two kids, and their dog, Ruth.
John Petersen
Partner & Colorist
Hannah Rockette
Hannah “our rock” Rockette, the most powerful producer at Moonshine, spends her days kicking the sh*t out of deadlines, charming humans with her actual good nature and waging a constant real-time strategy war of resources with reverent authority. Her secret weapon is Charles, her puppy, the center of attention at Moonshine HQ, our prince, and with whom she spends most of her free time laughing or yelling at.
Hannah Rockette
General Manager
Travis Preston
Travis Preston has worn several hats in the industry over the past decade but the one he wears now (and dare we say, ‘best’) is that of kick-ass (insert suitable family friendly alternative here) producer. A long-time collaborator of the Moonshine team and an accomplished former editor in his own right, Travis brings fresh creative insight and top-notch service to every project. The GA native is fiercely local and loves seeing and being a part of the boom in Atlanta’s creative film/production scene. When not writing and producing his own material, you can find him tackling an ambitious recipe or leading a quest in DnD. His promise: To see and buy into the filmmaker’s creative vision, and then make the stars align in post to achieve it.
Travis Preston
Producer
Caleb Wood
Caleb, like the great Rick Astley, ain’t never gonna let you down! A transplant from Nashville, Caleb brings a decade of producing experience to the Moonshine team. He prides himself on his responsiveness to client needs, as well as his stewardship of budgets and timelines. If you’re looking for Caleb, you can usually find him in the trenches with his team getting involved in the finer details of the post process or discovering creative solutions for his clients. The only job he loves more than fixing it in post is being a husband and dad. When he’s not at work, his ideal vibe is stoking coals and good convos around his fire pit, playing board games, or biting into some of that delicious Nashville Hot Chicken.
Caleb Wood
Producer
Brandon Clark
This guy – he just does everything with an amazing attitude, and he’s a Post Coordinator?!? It’s a thankless job and there should be more people like this in the world. Brandon got his education from Jacksonville State University in Technical Theatre, though film has been a passion of his from a young age. When he’s not at Moonshine, you can find him escaping the big city for tent life deep in the woods somewhere.
Brandon Clark
Producer
Patrick Perry
One of Moonshine’s most seasoned editors, Georgia’s own Patrick Perry has an impressive portfolio of TV shows, features and advertising campaigns–to be honest, the length of Patrick’s resume is matched only by the length of his hair. When he’s not burning the midnight oil on the next Moonshine production, Patrick enjoys a nice, sippable bourbon, (or, you know, the classic PBR) and would be happy to school you on all things Twin Peaks.
Patrick Perry
Editor
Kristina Kromer
Affectionately referred to as “Kromer”, this talented editor brings more to the table than her unmatched wit and sarcasm. She played an integral role in bringing our beloved Creepshow to life and has a shining resume of series and commercial work. When’s she’s not pulling all the stops to make deadlines, she can be found flipping through her favorite modern comics (like the must-see “Oh no!” by Alex Norris).
Kristina Kromer
editor
James Koon
James has spent the better part of 30 years in the industry helping productions navigate the transition between Production and Post. From his start as a dailies colorist at the local film lab during the '96 summer Olympics he has helped indie and studio features and episodic television find the best way ahead in the changing landscapes of film and digital production. When he's not in the office he's either with his wife painting miniatures, playing games, walking his dogs, or writing on his novel.
James Koon
Dailies Supervisor
Neil Mikels
Following his passion for creative editorial, Neil Mikels became a crucial part of the Moonshine team as one of our star assistant editors. You can usually expect to see him sporting Atlanta United fan attire with expertly groomed hair. When he isn’t pulling late nights at Moonshine, Neil enjoys cuddling his cat or singing karaoke, but especially enjoys cuddling his cat while singing karaoke and watching Star Wars.
Neil Mikels
ONLINE EDITOR
Ben Hendrickson
Ben doesn’t talk much so we don’t know much about him. What we do know is that he’s a kick-ass Assistant Editor with superpowers in motion graphics. We also happen to know (because we asked him) that he studied computer science at KSU, loves hiking/camping, painting, pickleball, and “uh… napping”.
Ben Hendrickson
VFX & ONLINE
Brooke Sonenreich
Brooke Sonenreich is the Head of Marketing & Events at Moonshine Post. She is lovingly referred to as "B" by friends. She has a knack for getting things done when it comes to gathering filmmakers and industry professionals for damn fine events. When she's not knocking out marketing tasks at an alarming rate, she's walking her dog who is named Diane Keaton (who goes by “Kiki” in the streets).
brooke Sonenreich
HEAD OF MARKETING & EVENTS
Brian Wilkerson
Brian is a UGA alum and former student of the Georgia Film Academy. With a background in art and design and a passion for the world of storytelling, his goal at Moonshine Post is to tell our journey and build our brand all while showcasing our expertise in collaboration, commitment to learning, growing, and creating with curiosity and pursuit of craft. When he's not capturing content or posting about one of our latest achievements, you can find him watching anime, doodling on his iPad, or playing board games.
Brian Wilkerson
Social Media Coordinator
Chris Basta (C1)
Chris Basta, the founder of BOOM, is a prominent sound supervisor, chief re-recording mixer, and sound designer who works on a variety of projects daily in the studio. Known for his specialization in creating captivating soundscapes for advertising campaigns, video games, episodic TV, and film, Basta brings a unique touch to every project. His talents extend beyond sound design and include original music composition and rock drumming. Friends often remark that Basta is celebrated for crafting "beautiful, coherent noise," highlighting his exceptional skill and creativity.
Chris Basta (C1)
Re-recording Mixer / Composer
Chris Nicholson
Chris Nicholson is an Atlanta transplant and the talented sound designer who brings his immense set of skills as a re-recording mixer, and composer to BOOM Post Audio. Specializing in designing immersive soundscapes, composing original music, and mixing across diverse facilities, Nicholson combines technical skills with artistic flair. A musician from a young age and a graduate in Audio Production from the Art Institute of Seattle, his unique talents shine through in every project.
Chris Nicholson (C2)
Re-recording Mixer / Sound Designer
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IYANU is premiering on MAX today and running on Cartoon Network!
Based on Roye Okupe’s beloved graphic novels, Iyanu is set to make waves in animation and storytelling!
An international collaboration of this magnitude demands expertise in complex workflows, and we couldnt be more proud to be a part of the team for color, sound and delivery.
Thank you Lion Forge Entertainment @lionforgeent for bringing us on this adventure. Enjoy the series premiere!
@cartoonnetworkofficial @streamonmax
#Iyanu #LionForgeEntertainment #PremieringNow
Wrapped an epic podcast with none other than Michael Cioni—Hollywood creative technologist, entrepreneur, future builder, and founder of Strada.tech
We got into all things future-forward: assistive AI, creative workflows, and what’s next for post.
Heading to NAB this week to catch Michael speak and get hands-on with the latest from Strada.
Stay tuned—this episode is packed with insight, energy, and a whole lot of future.
Moonshine Post joined forces with Majority once again to craft a high-energy, story-driven G League campaign—one that took a fresh approach to sports advertising. Instead of focusing solely on athletes, this spot centered around “Himothy,” a character with the uncanny ability to predict future NBA stars.
The result? A dynamic blend of scripted content and archival footage that delivers high-impact storytelling.
Key Players Who Made It Happen:
🎬 Editor Patrick Perry – Masterfully merged live-action and fast-paced archival footage, keeping the energy high and the storytelling seamless.
🎨 VFX Artist Ben Hendrickson – Designed clean, seamless screen comps and transitions, ensuring every visual hit perfectly.
📅 Producer Caleb Wood – Kept everything on schedule and on point, working closely with Majority to make sure the process was smooth from start to finish.
🎨 Colorist JP – Brought it home with stunning color, making every frame pop with cinematic polish.
🔊 Chris Nicholson @boompostaudio – Made each game-winning buzzer sing, ensuring the sound was as electrifying as the visuals.
We thrive on collaborations that push creative boundaries, and working with the teams at Majority is nothing short of inspiring. Their bold, fearless approach to storytelling helped shape a G League ad that stands out from the crowd.
When you want the moon, you know where to find us.
🌙✨
#MoonshinePost #PostProduction #GLeague
Last night’s @atlantafilmfestival Launch Party was a vibe.
Moonshine’s Head of Marketing and Events Brooke Sonenreich (pictured to the right next to Plaza and TARA programmer Richard Martin and Atlanta independent filmmaker Kim Ruiz), represented us at this packed house.
Brooke reported back killer energy, and the kind of conversations that remind you why you got into this business in the first place. So many familiar faces from across the industry, plus a ton of new folks hungry to create.
With ATLFF putting a major spotlight on Georgia-made films this year - especially opening with Color Book, shot entirely with a local crew.
Big love to the ATLFF team for throwing down and kicking this thing off right. Moonshine’s proud to be part of it as a silver sponsor this year!
#ATLFF2025 #MoonshinePost #PostProduction #atl #atlanta #atlantafilm #atlfilm #atlantafilmfestival #atlff
Everything’s a little brighter today, a little greener, thanks to PBS Nature’s release of “In Her Nature” Episode “The Rhino Whisperer”
Happy St. Patrick’s to everyone, especially to our Moonshine Colorist on this project @willgehringcolor
A huge thank you to Producer & DP and overall collaborator @wildandstoked for giving Moonshine dream footage showcasing the incredible, fearless conservation efforts in Nepal
Enjoy the stills, and wander over to @pbsnature to stream the episode of @inhernature.project for free
#MoonshinePost #postproduction #InHerNature #PBS #PBSNature #Nepal #Rhinos #Tigers #Conservation #documentary #animals #colorgrading #stpatricksday #green #colorfinishing #colorist
Do you like our SXSW collage? Then you’re gonna love our recap video. Stay tuned 👀
#sxsw #sxswinteractive #sxsw2025 #moonshine #moonshinepost #postproduction #filmmakers #storytellers #austin #atlanta #filmfestival
Happy Monday! Please don’t respond to any specific fact (that’s ten points off)
#postproduction #severance #youroutie #outie #moonshinepost
It’s giving LIFE GOALS @sxsw
@travispressedon is not just a post producer over here, but he also writes, directs and hosts our @moonshinepost field trip series
He’s inspired by other mini doc style videos like @criterioncollection top notch content on their socials - specifically the closet series 💫
Can we start a partnership with the 🆒 team behind the @criterioncollection?? A weirdo polymath team like ours can dream!
#atlanta #sxsw #sxsw2025 #atlfilmmaker #minidoc #documentary
When your #SXSW Masterminds session turns into a Zumba class—because a sharp mind starts with movement! 💃🔥 #WorkHardPlayHard #MindBodyConnection
SLANTED was like mean girls meets the substance
And we freakin’ loved it
We’re headed to @georgia_entertainment_news “Made in Georgia Panel” to chat alongside some cool industry professionals
Stay tuned for more on-the-go content #sxsw2025 edition
@SXSW #filmfestival #Austin #Atlanta #MoonshinePost #PostProduction #worldpremiere #slantedthemovie
#SXSW folks! Where are you headed?! I’m meeting @travispressedon at the world premiere of SLANTED
After this headed to @georgia_entertainment_news “Made in Georgia” panel for their SXSW programming in Austin
Drop what’s on your #sxsw2025 watchlist in the comments 💥 and stay tuned for more weird film updates #stayweird
#atlanta #austin #filmfestival #worldpremiere #austintexas #letsgetweird #slantedthemovie
🚀 Moonshine Goes to SXSW! 🎬
We’re heading to SXSW 2025, ready to connect, create, and bring back fresh ideas to ATL! 🎥✨
Follow along as we share festival highlights, industry insights, and behind-the-scenes moments.
If you’re there, let’s link up; and don’t forget to grab a Moonshine sticker! 🔥
#SXSW #MoonshinePost #sxsw2035 #austin #atlanta #festival #filmfestival #moonshine #postproduction #connect
