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 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 can be found 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
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
Grant Reynolds
A well known and talented musician who has performed or toured with members of Collective Soul, Zac Brown Band, and The Allman Brothers Band, but you’ve probably never heard of those any of those bands trying to break out of small club gigs. He’s also a technologist, a colorist, and our dailies supervisor. Honestly, I think we’re his backup, and we’re lucky to have him and his creative spirit in both audio and visual capacities. Catch him live any weekend with one of his many bands or reunion tours. We’re roadies for this guy.
Grant Reynolds
Dailies Supervisor
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
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
Assistant Editor / Motion Graphics
Cassie Lee
Cassie is a problem-solver, an up-for-anything get-it-done-er and basically sunshine personified. When she’s not being a star Assistant Editor, Cassie’s likely to be found reading, watching old sitcoms and documentaries, or getting to know ATL through a weekend trial walk.
Cassie Lee
Assistant Editor
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
Post Coordinator
Haley James
Brand manager and social media producer Haley James is more than half the reason you’re reading this right now. On any given day, you can find her shepherding the team to photo ops, crushing copywriting in-between great memes and making sure our brand is on-point, in-tone, and ATL-proud. It’s an absolute high honor to be Rick Roll’d or trolled by Haley. When she’s not writing for us, you can find her writing (and singing) music around town.
Haley James
Brand Media and Marketing Producer
Buddy Hall
Buddy fell in love with audio/video production in college at GSU as head of operations/DJ for campus radio–producing PSAs for the station and TV & radio commercials for local business. He moved to Atlanta to work as a mixer and head of studio operations. In 1996, he stepped away from the mixing board for LA-based Todd-AO’s new studios in ATL to be audio producer–handling budgets, casting & creative direction–eventually as VP of Operations. Bare Knuckles was born in 2013. If he’s not working as Executive Producer, you can find Buddy immersed in his favorite extracurricular activity–saltwater fishing.
Buddy Hall
Executive Producer
Chris Basta (C1)
After graduating from Millikin University with a major in Commercial Music, Chris Basta – aka “C1” – moved to Atlanta to begin his audio career. A quick study with a strong work ethic, Chris was promoted early-on to a full-time sound designer, composing music and mixing for clients including Home Depot, Coca-Cola and Ford, which is still a client today. C1 joined the Bare Knuckles team in 2016 where he and Buddy, Founder of BK, concentrate on audio for advertising, video games, episodic TV, film, and original composition. Basta is known for making noise. Lots of it. And often, it’s quite pleasing.
Chris Basta (C1)
Re-recording Mixer / Composer
Chris Nicholson
A musician since childhood, Chris Nicholson – aka “C2” – received his degree in Audio Production from the Art Institute of Seattle before pursuing a career as a recording engineer/club DJ. It was when he was asked to create a music bed for a commercial—and he saw the result of his work against pictures—he knew he’d found what he was meant to do. He relocated to Atlanta to design soundscapes, write music and mix at a variety of facilities (like Turner Studios, Cartoon Networks’s Game Studios and Deluxe). Now a sound designer and composer at Bare Knuckles Creative, C2 is over 6′ of double-sleeved goodness—both talent and heart.
Chris Nicholson (C2)
Re-recording Mixer / Sound Designer
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 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 can be found 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
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
Garrett Braun
Online Editor
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
Assistant Editor
Grant Reynolds
A well known and talented musician who has performed or toured with members of Collective Soul, Zac Brown Band, and The Allman Brothers Band, but you’ve probably never heard of those any of those bands trying to break out of small club gigs. He’s also a technologist, a colorist, and our dailies supervisor. Honestly, I think we’re his backup, and we’re lucky to have him and his creative spirit in both audio and visual capacities. Catch him live any weekend with one of his many bands or reunion tours. We’re roadies for this guy.
Grant Reynolds
Dailies Supervisor
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
Assistant Editor / Motion Graphics
Cassie Lee
Cassie is a problem-solver, an up-for-anything get-it-done-er and basically sunshine personified. When she’s not being a star Assistant Editor, Cassie’s likely to be found reading, watching old sitcoms and documentaries, or getting to know ATL through a weekend trial walk.
Cassie Lee
Assistant Editor
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
Post Coordinator
Haley James
Brand manager and social media producer Haley James is more than half the reason you’re reading this right now. On any given day, you can find her shepherding the team to photo ops, crushing copywriting in-between great memes and making sure our brand is on-point, in-tone, and ATL-proud. It’s an absolute high honor to be Rick Roll’d or trolled by Haley. When she’s not writing for us, you can find her writing (and singing) music around town.
Haley James
Brand Media and Marketing Producer
Chris Basta (C1)
After graduating from Millikin University with a major in Commercial Music, Chris Basta – aka “C1” – moved to Atlanta to begin his audio career. A quick study with a strong work ethic, Chris was promoted early-on to a full-time sound designer, composing music and mixing for clients including Home Depot, Coca-Cola and Ford, which is still a client today. C1 joined the Bare Knuckles team in 2016 where he and Buddy, Founder of BK, concentrate on audio for advertising, video games, episodic TV, film, and original composition. Basta is known for making noise. Lots of it. And often, it’s quite pleasing.
Chris Basta (C1)
Re-recording Mixer / Composer
Buddy Hall
Buddy fell in love with audio/video production in college at GSU as head of operations/DJ for campus radio–producing PSAs for the station and TV & radio commercials for local business. He moved to Atlanta to work as a mixer and head of studio operations. In 1996, he stepped away from the mixing board for LA-based Todd-AO’s new studios in ATL to be audio producer–handling budgets, casting & creative direction–eventually as VP of Operations. Bare Knuckles was born in 2013. If he’s not working as Executive Producer, you can find Buddy immersed in his favorite extracurricular activity–saltwater fishing.
Buddy Hall
Executive Producer
Chris Nicholson
A musician since childhood, Chris Nicholson – aka “C2” – received his degree in Audio Production from the Art Institute of Seattle before pursuing a career as a recording engineer/club DJ. It was when he was asked to create a music bed for a commercial—and he saw the result of his work against pictures—he knew he’d found what he was meant to do. He relocated to Atlanta to design soundscapes, write music and mix at a variety of facilities (like Turner Studios, Cartoon Networks’s Game Studios and Deluxe). Now a sound designer and composer at Bare Knuckles Creative, C2 is over 6′ of double-sleeved goodness—both talent and heart.
Chris Nicholson (C2)
Re-recording Mixer / Sound Designer
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