Channing Smith (she/her) is a documentary filmmaker with 7 years of experience, who uses the craft to illuminate diverse realities and truths. Her work aims to capture authentic stories offering insight into different aspects of the human experience; ranging from incarceration to the impacts of COVID-19. She is venturing into narrative storytelling as she enters the MFA Production program. Currently, Channing is in post-production on her first feature documentary, Lost Time.

Yuqi is a filmmaker from China currently pursuing an MFA in film production. After gaining recognition with several award-winning short films, she has discovered her passion for blending comedy and drama. Her goal is to capture the vibrant, emotional, and sometimes chaotic moments that define our dynamic world.