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About

CAP Studios is driven by

We believe that the best way to learn film is to do it.

Film excellence

At CAP Studios, we believe ​in the power of storytelling. We strive to push the boundaries of student filmmaking by creating the highest quality projects possible.

We offer our members industry speaker opportunities, collaborations with projects across Berkeley, access to film equipment—and of course, an invaluable space for our members to engage in an immersive learning environment that fosters technical skills, encourages creative thinking, and nurtures leadership qualities.

Our work has been recognized at prestigious film festivals and competitions. However, our goal as an organization is to facilitate the growth and development of our members in order to create impactful and fresh stories.

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A story of community

Our journey began in 2018 with a small group of film enthusiasts who were driven by a single goal—to create the most production-driven community for students passionate about cinematic arts. Today, we still stand as a thriving community of filmmakers who are dedicated to tirelessly working on dozens of original productions every semester.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and diverse organization full of leaders and collaborators. Whether you're a writer penning captivating narratives, a director with a vision, or a cinematographer capturing the essence of emotions through imagery, there is a place for you in CAP Studios.

However, we know firsthand the grit and effort it takes to make a film happen from start to finish. We’re committed to embracing all talents, even those beyond the traditional roles. From musicians to makeup artists to producing, no matter your talent, you are valued.

Our core values make up everything we do.

Leadership Team

Janna Elshahawi

Janna Elshahawi

President

Willa Porter

Willa Porter

Treasurer

Heloise Mathieu

Heloise Mathieu

Internal Affairs

Kali Swanson

Kali Swanson

Marketing

Felicity Low

Felicity Low

Community

Laney Marquette

Laney Marquette

President

Elaine Qiao

Elaine Qiao

People & Cultures

Ipek Sancak

Ipek Sancak

External Affairs

Emma Yang

Emma Yang

Infrastructure

Leia Jasmine Kwan

Leia Jasmine Kwan

Executive Advisor

Cameron Gezerseh

Cameron Gezerseh

Treasurer

Audrey Larnerd

Audrey Larnerd

Events & Education

Genevieve Smith

Genevieve Smith

Marketing

Damian Danemann Soto

Damian Danemann Soto

Community

Harper Hammond-Wilonsky

Harper Hammond-Wilonsky

CAPAG

Members

Anastasia Babusenko

Anastasia Babusenko

Member Since 

2023

Elena Tambito

Elena Tambito

Member Since 

2023

Luna Anderson

Luna Anderson

Member Since 

2023

Selin Tekin

Selin Tekin

Member Since 

2023

Ava Kurapka

Ava Kurapka

Member Since 

2023

Frank Phillip Downer

Frank Phillip Downer

Member Since 

2023

Nora Alfonso

Nora Alfonso

Member Since 

2023

Shep Brooke

Shep Brooke

Member Since 

2023

Callan Mitchell

Callan Mitchell

Member Since 

2023

Leah Rosenthal

Leah Rosenthal

Member Since 

2023

Oliver Baker

Oliver Baker

Member Since 

2023

Tara Chakravorty

Tara Chakravorty

Member Since 

2023

Alumni

Abigail Avila

Adriana Villarina

Alex Stimmel

Alice Faria

Amber Mided

Anela Hopkins

Ani Walsh

Ashley Kumar

Addie Tweet

Ahana Sur

Alexander Chang

Alorah Kanyer Palacios

Andres Salazar

Angelines Vazquez Dominguez

Anna Moghaddam

Ashley Marvin

Addison Kalanther

Alan Kim

Alexander Perez-De La Rosa

Amanda Villalpando

Andrey Kapustin

Angie Chung

Ariana Leras

Astha Nimavat

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