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Backed by years of experience in TV and film production while partnering with some of the most recognized brands in the world, Shadow Render delivers standout content.

Our Projects

Audience Favorites

From outrageous backyards to the faith journey of three siblings, Shadow Render creates productions that captivate and inspire.

Super Dad

Reality TV

Comedian, father and DIY expert Taylor Calmus and his squad of builders team up with families that have an inspired idea for their children.

Awards & Nominations

Winner of Outstanding Kids Reality Series at the American Reality TV Awards.

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Chasing Cain

Docuseries

A documentary series illustrating the compelling journey of the CCM band, CAIN, as they navigate parenthood and a professional music career.

AWARDS & nominations

Winner of GMA Dove Awards 2024, TV Series of the Year.

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The Grind

Docuseries

An up-close-and-personal, inside look at life in the NFL, hosted by Rich Eisen.

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Our team

Talent Meets Innovation

With top talent in the industry, Shadow Render brings creative visions to life.
Alex Wysocki
Producer
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Alex Wysocki

Producer

Alex Wysocki is the creator and producer of Super Dad (HBO MAX, DISCOVERY) and Chasing CAIN (TBN+). Through Shadow Render Films, Alex has managed productions for major entertainment companies such as Universal Television, Fox Entertainment, NFL Films, and Blizzard Entertainment. 

His series credits include popular shows like COPS (FOX), Road Warriors (SPIKE), Car Chasers (CNBC), Wheeler Dealers (DISCOVERY), Bill Nye Saves the World (NETFLIX), and Kitchen Nightmares (FOX). With over 20 years of industry experience, Alex combines his business expertise with on-set craftsmanship to develop practical strategies that achieve creative visions.

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Alex Wysocki

Producer

Alex Wysocki is the creator and producer of Super Dad (HBO MAX, DISCOVERY) and Chasing CAIN (TBN+). Through Shadow Render Films, Alex has managed productions for major entertainment companies such as Universal Television, Fox Entertainment, NFL Films, and Blizzard Entertainment. 

His series credits include popular shows like COPS (FOX), Road Warriors (SPIKE), Car Chasers (CNBC), Wheeler Dealers (DISCOVERY), Bill Nye Saves the World (NETFLIX), and Kitchen Nightmares (FOX). With over 20 years of industry experience, Alex combines his business expertise with on-set craftsmanship to develop practical strategies that achieve creative visions.

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Daric Gates
Writer + Director
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Daric Gates

Writer + Director

Daric Gates is a writer, director, and producer who began his career as an intern for writer/director Gary Ross (Seabiscuit, The Hunger Games). He later worked on films and TV series like Friday Night Lights (NBC), Mr. and Mrs. Smith (NBC), and 24 (FOX). 

In 2012, Gates directed the thriller The Appearing, and in 2014, he edited Red Wing, produced by Terrence Malick. He also co-executive produced the 2017 drama Trafficked and directed the thriller Realms (2018). In 2023, Gates directed and co-showran Chasing CAIN (TBN+), which earned the Gospel Music Award for TV Series of the Year (2024).

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Daric Gates

Writer + Director

Daric Gates is a writer, director, and producer who began his career as an intern for writer/director Gary Ross (Seabiscuit, The Hunger Games). He later worked on films and TV series like Friday Night Lights (NBC), Mr. and Mrs. Smith (NBC), and 24 (FOX). 

In 2012, Gates directed the thriller The Appearing, and in 2014, he edited Red Wing, produced by Terrence Malick. He also co-executive produced the 2017 drama Trafficked and directed the thriller Realms (2018). In 2023, Gates directed and co-showran Chasing CAIN (TBN+), which earned the Gospel Music Award for TV Series of the Year (2024).

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Chris Roberts
Production Designer
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Chris Roberts

Production Designer

Chris Roberts has over two decades of experience in the film and television industry as an Art Director and Production Designer, giving him a front-row seat to world-building on all scales. 

He has been part of the design teams for the award-winning/nominated sets of LOOT (APPLE TV+), Making the Cut (AMAZON PRIME), RuPaul’s Drag Race (VH1), Rat in the Kitchen (TBS), Holey Moley (ABC), James Cameron’s Story of Science Fiction (AMC), American Grit (FOX), and the Oscars Red Carpet (ABC). He is also the co-creator of Magnolia Network’s award-winning Super Dad! (HBO MAX, DISCOVERY).

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Chris Roberts

Production Designer

Chris Roberts has over two decades of experience in the film and television industry as an Art Director and Production Designer, giving him a front-row seat to world-building on all scales. 

He has been part of the design teams for the award-winning/nominated sets of LOOT (APPLE TV+), Making the Cut (AMAZON PRIME), RuPaul’s Drag Race (VH1), Rat in the Kitchen (TBS), Holey Moley (ABC), James Cameron’s Story of Science Fiction (AMC), American Grit (FOX), and the Oscars Red Carpet (ABC). He is also the co-creator of Magnolia Network’s award-winning Super Dad! (HBO MAX, DISCOVERY).

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Shannon Murphy
Producer + Development
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Shannon Murphy

Producer + Development

Shannon Murphy is a writer, director, and producer who began his filmmaking journey with COMCAST and TIME WARNER CABLE. In 2015, he founded his own production company, Inspirelight Media, where he has crafted a diverse portfolio of local and national advertisements, as well as industrial marketing campaigns. 

Shannon is best known as the creator, writer, and director of the sci-fi project Stellular, showcasing his skills in storytelling and visual artistry. With a passion for impactful media, Shannon continues to push creative boundaries in the film industry.

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Shannon Murphy

Producer + Development

Shannon Murphy is a writer, director, and producer who began his filmmaking journey with COMCAST and TIME WARNER CABLE. In 2015, he founded his own production company, Inspirelight Media, where he has crafted a diverse portfolio of local and national advertisements, as well as industrial marketing campaigns. 

Shannon is best known as the creator, writer, and director of the sci-fi project Stellular, showcasing his skills in storytelling and visual artistry. With a passion for impactful media, Shannon continues to push creative boundaries in the film industry.

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Mark “Red Dog” Fenlason
Art Director
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Mark “Red Dog” Fenlason

Art Director

Mark's career spans nearly 40 years, with experience working on projects like Titanic (PARAMOUNT), Dante’s Peak (UNIVERSAL), Star Trek: The Next Generation (CBS), Discovery Channel Shark Week (DISCOVERY CHANNEL), National Geographic Presents (NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC), Deadliest Warrior (SPIKE), Hard Rain (PARAMOUNT), Mark Robers Crunch Labs - Laser vs. Lava (YOUTUBE), and Tank Girl (MGM). 

Regarded by many as “The Go-to Guy,” Mark has played a key role in creating visual art throughout his career. His dedication, professionalism, kindness, and sense of humor foster a positive, team-driven atmosphere where creativity flourishes without limitations.

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Mark “Red Dog” Fenlason

Art Director

Mark's career spans nearly 40 years, with experience working on projects like Titanic (PARAMOUNT), Dante’s Peak (UNIVERSAL), Star Trek: The Next Generation (CBS), Discovery Channel Shark Week (DISCOVERY CHANNEL), National Geographic Presents (NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC), Deadliest Warrior (SPIKE), Hard Rain (PARAMOUNT), Mark Robers Crunch Labs - Laser vs. Lava (YOUTUBE), and Tank Girl (MGM). 

Regarded by many as “The Go-to Guy,” Mark has played a key role in creating visual art throughout his career. His dedication, professionalism, kindness, and sense of humor foster a positive, team-driven atmosphere where creativity flourishes without limitations.

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Kevin Douglas Harris
Editor
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Kevin Douglas Harris

Editor

Kevin Douglas Harris is an accomplished video editor, producer, and director with a Master of Fine Arts from Liberty University. He brings extensive experience in creating visually compelling content for high-profile clients, including DISH NETWORK, the NFL, and Hootie & The Blowfish

His portfolio showcases his work in editing, coloring, and mixing the Dove Award-winning six-episode TV series Chasing Cain (TBN+), as well as editing a Fathom Event feature film and several award-winning short films.

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Kevin Douglas Harris

Editor

Kevin Douglas Harris is an accomplished video editor, producer, and director with a Master of Fine Arts from Liberty University. He brings extensive experience in creating visually compelling content for high-profile clients, including DISH NETWORK, the NFL, and Hootie & The Blowfish

His portfolio showcases his work in editing, coloring, and mixing the Dove Award-winning six-episode TV series Chasing Cain (TBN+), as well as editing a Fathom Event feature film and several award-winning short films.

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Mike Sunderlin
Editor + Shooter
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Mike Sunderlin

Editor + Shooter

Since entering the industry in 2016, Michael Sunderlin has contributed to high-profile projects as a director, editor, and producer. Michael has worked with brands like Twisted Tea, The Hill, and Qualcomm. 

Most recently, he co-directed and edited The Other Side of Edinburgh, a documentary about Tony Hand MBE, hailed as the United Kingdom’s greatest ice hockey player. Michael is now collaborating with Slater Brothers Entertainment to adapt Tony's story into a narrative feature film.

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Mike Sunderlin

Editor + Shooter

Since entering the industry in 2016, Michael Sunderlin has contributed to high-profile projects as a director, editor, and producer. Michael has worked with brands like Twisted Tea, The Hill, and Qualcomm. 

Most recently, he co-directed and edited The Other Side of Edinburgh, a documentary about Tony Hand MBE, hailed as the United Kingdom’s greatest ice hockey player. Michael is now collaborating with Slater Brothers Entertainment to adapt Tony's story into a narrative feature film.

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Wyatt House
Director of Photography
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Wyatt House

Director of Photography

Wyatt House is a Los Angeles-based cinematographer and camera operator. Wyatt has led the camera team for renowned production companies, including NFL Film, FOX Nation, TBN+, Universal Television, ESPN+, and ROKU. 

His notable series credits include Chasing CAIN (TBN+), God. Family. Football. (TBN+), NFL: The Grind (MGM+), Everyone Is Doing Great (HULU), Roku Recommends (ROKU), and McEnroe’s Places (ESPN+). With nearly two decades of experience, Wyatt brings his creative eye, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork mentality to every project he undertakes.

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Wyatt House

Director of Photography

Wyatt House is a Los Angeles-based cinematographer and camera operator. Wyatt has led the camera team for renowned production companies, including NFL Film, FOX Nation, TBN+, Universal Television, ESPN+, and ROKU. 

His notable series credits include Chasing CAIN (TBN+), God. Family. Football. (TBN+), NFL: The Grind (MGM+), Everyone Is Doing Great (HULU), Roku Recommends (ROKU), and McEnroe’s Places (ESPN+). With nearly two decades of experience, Wyatt brings his creative eye, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork mentality to every project he undertakes.

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Lukas Sunderlin
Associate Producer
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Lukas Sunderlin

Associate Producer

Lukas Sunderlin is a multidisciplinary artist from Utica, New York. His recent works include the short films Shimmy (2023), where he served as director, writer, and executive producer, and Bráska (2018), in which he also took on the roles of director and writer. 

Lukas's ability to create engaging narratives and memorable characters has established him as a rising voice in independent filmmaking.

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Lukas Sunderlin

Associate Producer

Lukas Sunderlin is a multidisciplinary artist from Utica, New York. His recent works include the short films Shimmy (2023), where he served as director, writer, and executive producer, and Bráska (2018), in which he also took on the roles of director and writer. 

Lukas's ability to create engaging narratives and memorable characters has established him as a rising voice in independent filmmaking.

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