Meet the New NYWIFT Member: Danielle Bancroft
Welcome to NYWIFT, Danielle Bancroft! Danielle is a recent Chapman University graduate who earned a BFA in Film Production, with an emphasis in Production Design and a minor in Entrepreneurship. Throughout her undergrad years, Danielle was able to design many short films including her thesis, Protégé, where she was able to build 1950s French ateliers utilizing her schools scene shop and sound stage. In addition to building sets, Danielle co-founded The Portal Productions, a student-led non-profit dedicated to getting students real world experience while providing small businesses in Orange County with affordable media production. Danielle was also a stylist intern at Macy's, working on print, digital, and video ads, and she recently went back to work as an assistant stylist for the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. With her entrepreneurial spirit and natural creativity, Danielle is excited to assist designers with anything from solving logistical issues to fabricating furniture, props, or set pieces.
READ MOREMeet the New NYWIFT Member: Diana Rehnlund
Welcome to NYWIFT, Diana Rehnlund! Diana Rehnlund is a Set Designer working on a diverse variety of projects, including The Girl from Plainville, Juror #2, The Fabulous Four, and Clean Slate. Diana holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Philadelphia University (2010) and a Master of Fine Arts in Production Design from SCAD (2018). After moving to Savannah, Georgia for graduate school, she began working in the film industry as a PA, Art Department Coordinator, and then as a Set Designer (IATSE Local 491). Diana's background includes designing custom food trucks, millwork, and cabinetry, and mentoring students. Diana's most recent projects include working as a set designer in the art department of the hit TV series The Hunting Wives and The Righteous Gemstones. Having recently returned to New Jersey, she enjoys the creative, collaborative pace of film and television and brings flexibility, detail, and strong problem-solving skills to every project.
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