MISSION

VALUES

LOOKING FOR GUARANTEED SMOOTHNESS?

TODD YATES – CEO / Executive Creative Director

Todd started Phase 3 Studios in response to clients asking for a broader range of marketing and communication services.  With decades of experience gained from managing Phase 3 Digital, Post Factory and Gear Monkey, Todd has continued to move Phase 3 Studios forward. Todd has an intrinsic passion for his craft, and this translates into the high-quality products that leave these walls. He continues to learn and discover new ways to improve results for our clients.  Todd is an alumnus of Cal State University, Fullerton.  Years of practical, behind the camera experience, marketing, postproduction, producing and directing, make Todd the perfect person to help move your project forward with “Guaranteed Smoothness.”

JOSH NAPIER – Production Maverick and Master of “I’ll figure it out”

Josh came to Phase 3 as a graduate of BIOLA University Film School.  Josh is instrumental in ensuring a great experience and a great product for our clients.  His extensive practical, production-based experience helps maximize every Phase 3 production.  If you have worked with Josh, you know he is passionate about production and always has a great attitude and outlook on life.  Josh is a large part of creating “Guaranteed Smoothness” for our clients.

TIM SLOAN – Audio Wizard and Pro Tools Sultan

Tim is a highly experienced audio engineer with a passion for music that began at a young age. By age 18, he was recording his own music. He went on to earn an audio engineering degree from Long Beach City College, where he was trained by Nancy Allen, the engineer for Oingo Boingo. After completing his degree, Tim went on to work for The Smashing Pumpkins while they recorded their “Adore” album at Sunset Sound in Hollywood. He has both Pro Tools and ICON Expert certifications. Over the course of his career, Tim has sound designed and mixed dozens of feature films, television series, and thousands of commercials. He has also produced many audio books. Tim’s comprehensive audio experience, as well as his mixing and musical genius, helps elevate every project he works on at Phase 3 Studios.

JONATHAN HICKS – CTO/Creative Director and Jedi Master

Instrumental in creating Phase 3 Studios, Jonathan shares the same vision to use creativity combined with technology to help create “Guaranteed Smoothness” for all of our clients. As a Jedi Master pixel jockey, he has decades of hands-on, art direction and design experience that he has used to create 2 and 3d motion design, editorial, finishing, print design, VR experiences, and even a successful apparel line.  He believes much of the success that he has had relies on his ability to continue to learn, being right and left brained and his attention to detail.  Jonathan has a mechanical technical background that has allowed him to work directly with engineers and management of Lexus, Toyota and some of his designs have even been presented before Congress. He also owns and rides motorcycles, both street and dirt and has done work for some of the powerhouses in the motorsports industry including Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha.  Jonathan is also proud to be an alumni of Cal State University Fullerton.

PATRICK LUSSENHOP – Post Production Genius and Wizard of Workflow

Patrick is a graduate of the University of Iowa’s Film and Video Studies program, but soon realized that the West Coast is the Best Coast.  Without a doubt, Patrick is always the smartest guy in the room.  Patrick helps keep the countless projects in the Phase 3 pipeline on track and on time.  His attention to detail and creativity are second to none.  After working with Patrick, clients are unable to wipe the smile off of their face.

GLENN MILLER – Creative Director of Funnyness

As a Creative Director, Glenn has had vast experience in brand storytelling utilizing all forms of content, across all media channels. He has created impactful creative work for both established brands, and brands on their way up. Glenn spent his early career working for large multi-national agencies such as Saatchi & Saatchi and went on to start and run his own agency, G&M Plumbing.  In addition, he has directed hundreds of TV commercials and countless other forms of video content. Client experience includes HBO, Del Taco, Taco Bell, Disney, and Red Robin just to name a few.  Glenn’s work specializes in actor performance centric concepts, emphasizing natural humor and wit.  Glenn’s work has also been named to Adweek’s Best Spots of the Year.