This is us

DIRECTOR / CINEMATOGRAPHER

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David is a filmmaker from Sonora, Mexico, currently studying Cinematic Arts at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah. Inspired by early 2000s indie films, he picked up a camera at fourteen and has not stopped since. He has produced over 150 photo and video projects across narrative, music, and commercial work.

After moving to Utah in 2017, David began shaping his voice through narrative shorts with Weber State University’s Studio 76, followed by music videos and creative collaborations across the state. He has provided photography and videography services for breweries, festivals, small businesses, and community events throughout Utah.

His mini documentary Zahir won Best of Fest at the 2024 WATIF International Film Festival, and his music video The Necklace Song earned national recognition at the BEA Festival of Media Arts. Another music video, The Lonely Wanderer, screened at the 2025 FilmQuest Film Festival.

David brings vulnerability and sincerity to every frame, continuing to pursue the creative path he set himself on as a teenager.

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WRITER / PRODUCER

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Dusty grew up in northern Utah and first found his creative voice as a musician. Today, he works as a writer, producer, and actor, creating training videos for private companies and helping directors and musicians bring their visions to life. He holds a B.S. in Digital Media Production from Weber State University.

Dusty served as writer, producer, and actor on the feature film Quiet, Arlo, which won Best Feature Film at the 2025 Zepstone International Film and Music Festival and also earned Second Place for screenplay at the 2025 BEA Festival of Media Arts. His earlier short film Misery Loves Company received the Audience Choice Award at the 2024 WATIF International Film Festival, where he and David first teamed up.

When he isn't introducing his children to new films, Dusty also serves as Operations and Outreach Coordinator for HiveFest, Ogden’s International Film Festival, where he is passionate about supporting emerging storytellers and helping build a stronger local film community.

SOME FAVORITE FILMS:  The Void (2016), I Saw the TV Glow (2024), The Babadook (2014), Inside Out (2015), Grosse Pointe Blank (1997),  Prisoners (2013), The Way of the Gun (2000), Brick (2005), Angel Heart (1987), Superbad (2007), Good Time (2017), The Endless (2017), Notting Hill (1999), Trainspotting (1996).