Introducing one of the Dehancer Colourist Awards partners: Moment!

Moment is a company dedicated to enhancing the way people capture and share their stories through photography and videography. Founded in 2013, the company focuses on creating high-quality accessories and tools for mobile photography, allowing users to elevate their creative potential. Their product lineup includes premium lenses, tripods, and cases designed specifically for mobile devices, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance. 

By fostering a passionate community of creators – offering workshops, tutorials, and a platform for users to share their work, Moment inspires individuals to push the boundaries of mobile photography.

For more details, visit: https://www.shopmoment.com/

Introducing one of the Dehancer Colourist Awards partners: Kolari Vision! 

Kolari Vision is the leader of infrared products, services, and camera conversions. Their mission is to innovate in all areas of imaging and push the boundaries of what’s possible. 

Kolari’s commitment to optical performance has taken them down a path to creating the best filters for all filmmakers, where they have gained the trust of the most demanding cinematic, scientific, and professional filmmakers & photographers around the world.

For more information, you can visit their website: https://kolarivision.com/

Introducing our jury member: Daria Fissoun!

Daria Fissoun (CSI) is a London-based colourist, compositor, and certified DaVinci Resolve trainer with over 12 years of experience in the industry. Renowned for her skills, Daria has refined her craft primarily in commercial video post-production, working with major brands such as Microsoft, Nike, and Konami. 

Her impressive body of work also spans feature films in both the US and UK, including projects where she has served as a post-production engineer on Disney+ titles. In addition to her practical work, Daria plays a key role in creating educational content for Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve software, currently working on the DaVinci 19 Colorist Guide.

She is also the author of *The Colorist Guide*, an essential resource for professionals since its release in 2019.

Introducing one of the Dehancer Colourist Awards partners: Lift Gamma Gain!

Lift Gamma Gain is an online forum and community dedicated to colourists and the craft of color grading. Serving as an important platform for professionals and enthusiasts alike, it focuses on the art and science of colour correction across film, television, photography, and visual media. 

The platform fosters a collaborative environment where members share knowledge, insights, and expertise through discussions, tutorials, case studies, and more. It’s a space where the community can connect, learn from each other’s experiences, and explore best practices in the world of color manipulation.

Visit Lift Gamma Gain forum: https://www.liftgammagain.com/forum/index.php

Introducing our jury member: Joe Stabb!

Joe is a senior colourist and head of creative DI at Fifty Fifty. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in both factual and scripted programming, specializing in HDR, Dolby Vision®, and SDR and working on HETV content for broadcast networks and SVOD platforms such as Disney+, Paramount and Netflix. 

In 2023, he won the Excellence in Grading award at the Broadcast Awards for Capturing the Killer Nurse. Recent projects include The Greatest Night in Pop (2024) for Netflix/Paramount, Pet Shop Boys Dreamworld (2024) for cinema, and Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story (2023) for Disney+.

Introducing one of the Dehancer Colourist Awards partners: Logickeyboard!

Logickeyboard is a global leader in specialty keyboards, offering innovative, user-friendly solutions that simplify workflows and enhance productivity. Skip the time-consuming menu navigation and eliminate the need for memorizing keyboard commands. 

A Logickeyboard visualizes all the app shortcuts you need and puts them right at your fingertips. This translates into higher productivity and more time for creativity.

Their innovative products aim to enhance workflow efficiency with intuitive key layouts and shortcuts, making them a popular choice among industry professionals.

For more information, you can visit their website: https://logickeyboard.com/shop/frontpage.html

Introducing our jury member: Jordan Cardona!

Jordan Cardona (JTek) is a Senior colorist, Editor, and DIT with over 15 years of industry experience. Jordan is the Founder of RAYVN FILMS, a Houston, Texas-based production company known for its diverse creative work. Jordan has delivered outstanding color grading and editorial services for clients such as Nintendo Switch, Gillette, MTV, Netflix, Paramount+, Bad Bunny, The Weeknd, and many more.

His experience on set translates to his expertise in post production, working on a variety of formats such as feature films, music videos, commercials, and branded content. As a Certified Master Trainer for DaVinci Resolve with Blackmagic Design, he also runs METAWRKS, a company specializing in professional cinema-grade cables and I/O devices, advancing tech solutions for filmmakers.