About Us

In 2017, after completing his MFA in Film Production at York University, Nicholas established Archipelago Productions and has built a dynamic team of diverse and talented professionals. He is known for his ability to bring unique solutions and creative fixes to any project. As Lead Producer and Director of Photography, Nicholas’ diverse portfolio includes content for Google, Netflix, The CBC, Time Magazine, and Shopify. He has served as series Producer and DP on CBC’s three-part documentary series Devout + Out, and the series Content Farm with Lester Trips Theatre for CBC Gem. As an award-winning filmmaker, Nicholas’ work has been featured internationally by Telefilm’s “Not Short on Talent” initiative, and his most recent project “Fugly” that he wrote and directed is currently on the film festival circuit. Nicholas is committed to his clients’ success, and his secret to ensuring and surpassing their expectations is to “treat every client like they’re Google.”

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As a director, Jana is known for her ability to connect with on-screen talent to evoke authentic and grounded performances. As Archipelago’s Head of Production, Jana oversees each project from start to finish, while upholding a high standard for quality of work. Jana’s experience in the commercial industry has led her to work with notable Brands including Netflix, Shopify, Google, and APTN. Her work has been featured in film festivals internationally including TIFF, The Atlantic International Film Festival, and Los Angeles CineFest, winning her some of the country’s top awards like The Norman Jewison Award. Her short film Away Home, was selected for TIFF’s Canada’s Top Ten Film Festival. Jana directed the web series Note To Self for CBC, which has garnered over 2 million views and received a Canadian Screen Award Nomination. Clients can trust that Jana’s eye for detail and passion for storytelling will result in a meticulously crafted final product.

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As our Head of Development, Maeve manages our eclectic entertainment slate from development through to completion. Her work as a producer has been broadcast and premiered at festivals internationally, including her short film, I AM, I AM, which premiered at TIFF in 2019. Her debut feature, Verona, was selected for Telefilm's Talent to Watch program and had its theatrical release in November 2023. Most recently, Maeve was selected for the Series Accelerator Program at TIFF 2023 alongside creator Preeti Torul in developing the dark comedy series, Demons. Inspired by meaningful storytelling, Maeve helped bring the documentaries Coppers (TVO, TIFF), Records (TVO, VIFF), Borealis (Hot Docs, TVO, NFB), and Writing the Land (CBC) to life. Passionate about bringing artists' visions to life, Maeve strives to foster a positive and inclusive environment where diverse creatives can collaborate on projects that are captivating, innovative and memorable.

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Alex’s creative direction has the ability to transform the smallest of ideas into meaningful creations. He has produced branded videos with Google, Q4, York University, Singing OUT, Startup Canada, Mint Agency and Shopify. A queer-identified man, Alex is passionate about developing platforms and sharing stories from people in marginalized communities. He co-produced and directed the first episode of CBC Gem’s docuseries Devout + Out which has garnered over 100K views. Alex also directed a promotional video for the release of filmmaker Luna M. Ferguson’s memoir “Me, Myself, They: Life Beyond the Binary”. Prior to joining Archipelago, Alex had a career as Script Supervisor in Toronto’s film and television industry. Most recently, he co-created and starred in the independent vlog series, Queer Fear, which discusses the codified history of queer horror cinema. Alex’s thoughtfulness and first-class technical understanding of video production are invaluable assets to any brand he works with.

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As Production Manager, Kayla ensures all projects run smoothly for both client and team. After earning her BFA in Film Studies at Ryerson University, she received The Norman Jewison Award for her short film, A Little Different. Her internship experience at the Berlinale and role of Production Coordinator for the feature film, Verona have helped develop her ability to work in fast-paced environments, while simultaneously producing quality work. Kayla’s attention to detail and passion for creative storytelling help to balance her skill-set and always ensure success.

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As Development Coordinator, Zipporah is highly adaptable and attentive to the needs of her team and clients. She holds an undergraduate degree in Media Production from Toronto Metropolitan University. With extensive experience in both on-set and office environments, Zipporah's wide skill set allows her to adapt and succeed in any scenario. She is passionate about storytelling and is always ready to assist with bringing projects to life.

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