Our Team

Meet Bamboo Shoots

We are cinematographers and editors, writers and animators, directors and producers, hockey players and skating coaches, sports moms and volunteers – we may be film school grads, engineers, lawyers, accountants and MBAs.

We’re excited to be your next film production company.

• Wally Start

  President – Wally runs Bamboo Shoots and Angel Entertainment. He’s quick with a smile and a laugh you can hear echo in the hallways.

  

  Wally Start

  PresidentWally runs Bamboo Shoots and Angel Entertainment. He’s quick with a smile and a laugh you can hear echo in the hallways.
• Tyler Baptist

  Tyler is an editing ninja and has hundreds of projects under his belt from features and television episodes to documentaries, corporate videos, short films, music videos and commercials. He’s also an internationally-awarded filmmaker, owns a small cult film releasing company called Videonomicon, is a programmer at the annual Saskatoon Fantastic Film Festival, and even reviews […]

  

  Tyler Baptist

  Editor, Colorist

  Tyler is an editing ninja and has hundreds of projects under his belt from features and television episodes to documentaries, corporate videos, short films, music videos and commercials. He’s also an internationally-awarded filmmaker, owns a small cult film releasing company called Videonomicon, is a programmer at the annual Saskatoon Fantastic Film Festival, and even reviews movies on his CFCR Saskatoon radio show. Tyler is somewhat interested in film.

• Amanda Bosiak

  Amanda has a Communications diploma from Assiniboine Community College and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the U of S. She loves red wine, cats and crafting (not necessarily in that order) and is essentially an old lady at heart. She is a huge sci-fi/fantasy/anime fan, and always up for geeking out with fellow fans. […]

  

  Amanda Bosiak

  Producer, Editor

  Amanda has a Communications diploma from Assiniboine Community College and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the U of S. She loves red wine, cats and crafting (not necessarily in that order) and is essentially an old lady at heart. She is a huge sci-fi/fantasy/anime fan, and always up for geeking out with fellow fans. Bamboo Shoots benefits from her affinity for organizing things – especially parties.

• Fred Bye

  Fred is a graduate of the Marketing program at the Haskayne School of Business. With more than 15 years of experience in mass media, Fred continues to love the challenge of connecting businesses and organizations with valuable audiences. He blends his experience in traditional media, skills in digital marketing, and knack for technology to craft […]

  

  Fred Bye

  Business Development

  Fred is a graduate of the Marketing program at the Haskayne School of Business. With more than 15 years of experience in mass media, Fred continues to love the challenge of connecting businesses and organizations with valuable audiences. He blends his experience in traditional media, skills in digital marketing, and knack for technology to craft beneficial solutions for his clients.

• Ian Chiclo

  Ian has been part of Calgary’s media landscape for over 30 years. The long-time publisher of Fast Forward, Calgary’s Urban Weekly, he also worked as a writer, editor and community radio broadcaster before bringing his knowledge of storytelling, content marketing and brand development to Bamboo Shoots. Despite a fear of heights and bears, he loves […]

  

  Ian Chiclo

  Business Development, Producer

  Ian has been part of Calgary’s media landscape for over 30 years. The long-time publisher of Fast Forward, Calgary’s Urban Weekly, he also worked as a writer, editor and community radio broadcaster before bringing his knowledge of storytelling, content marketing and brand development to Bamboo Shoots. Despite a fear of heights and bears, he loves spending time in the mountains with his family.

• Russell Cone

  Rusty has 30 years of broadcasting experience. He oversees most of Bamboo Shoots’ live events, including Canada West Football Showcase, CFL Combine and the NLL Twitter Live broadcasts. Rusty always enjoys a new challenge – something Bamboo Shoots has no trouble delivering. He enjoys spending time at the lake with his wife and 2 daughters, […]

  

  Russell Cone

  Senior Mobile Producer

  Rusty has 30 years of broadcasting experience. He oversees most of Bamboo Shoots’ live events, including Canada West Football Showcase, CFL Combine and the NLL Twitter Live broadcasts. Rusty always enjoys a new challenge - something Bamboo Shoots has no trouble delivering. He enjoys spending time at the lake with his wife and 2 daughters, and likes to fish, golf and watch his girls wakeboard.

• Stuart Merson-Davies

  A dab hand at pretty much anything, he brings a lively vibe and over 25 years of corporate and mobile production experience to Bamboo. A graduate in Video Technology from DUT, South Africa, he has produced, directed, shot and edited corporate productions and TVC’s across Africa and other international destinations. A family guy with 3 […]

  

  Stuart Merson-Davies

  Director/DOP/EditorA dab hand at pretty much anything, he brings a lively vibe and over 25 years of corporate and mobile production experience to Bamboo. A graduate in Video Technology from DUT, South Africa, he has produced, directed, shot and edited corporate productions and TVC’s across Africa and other international destinations. A family guy with 3 kids, a musician and a foodie who loves to travel. He’ll tell you, “Nothing in TV’s ever the same, every frame is totally unique and everyday is a learning curve.”
• Eric Gillis

  Eric is a graduate of SAIT, with 15 years experience in the broadcast television and video production industry. Working on a wide array of broadcast series, commercials, corporate productions and web content has given him the experience to navigate the ever changing world of post-production.

  

  Eric Gillis

  Editor

  Eric is a graduate of SAIT, with 15 years experience in the broadcast television and video production industry. Working on a wide array of broadcast series, commercials, corporate productions and web content has given him the experience to navigate the ever changing world of post-production.

• Bobby Goulet

  Bobby is originally from Ottawa (go Sens). He studied sports business management, so you can be sure his Regina Bamboo team never drops the ball. Bobby can play guitar upside down, and believes the grunge era was the last true cultural revolution. We believe he has a soft spot for Milli Vanilli, but we’d hate […]

  

  Bobby Goulet

  Manager, Senior Producer

  Bobby is originally from Ottawa (go Sens). He studied sports business management, so you can be sure his Regina Bamboo team never drops the ball. Bobby can play guitar upside down, and believes the grunge era was the last true cultural revolution. We believe he has a soft spot for Milli Vanilli, but we’d hate to put words in his mouth.

• Matt Holland

  Along with unstoppable creativity, Matt brings a wealth of experience in shooting, directing and editing to the Bamboo table. When he isn’t making videos you’ll find him backpacking different countries or recovering from some wacky adventure. His favorite things are playing guitar, taking his dog for a walk and pizza.

  

  Matt Holland

  Producer, Editor

  Along with unstoppable creativity, Matt brings a wealth of experience in shooting, directing and editing to the Bamboo table. When he isn’t making videos you’ll find him backpacking different countries or recovering from some wacky adventure. His favorite things are playing guitar, taking his dog for a walk and pizza.

• Blake Horobin

  Blake doodles a lot (mostly scary faces) and has directed well over 100 episodes of television including Out of Country, Pet Heroes, Paul Brandt’s Build It Forward, To Be Continued as well as New Faces, a two-part music special for CBC. Blake has directed commercials and corporate videos for clients such as Tim Horton’s, WestJet, […]

  

  Blake Horobin

  Writer, Director

  Blake doodles a lot (mostly scary faces) and has directed well over 100 episodes of television including Out of Country, Pet Heroes, Paul Brandt’s Build It Forward, To Be Continued as well as New Faces, a two-part music special for CBC. Blake has directed commercials and corporate videos for clients such as Tim Horton’s, WestJet, GMC, ATB, The Junos, TransCanada and Tourism Calgary. To top it all off, Blake’s short films have gained international recognition.

• Chris Howard

  Chris gained valuable administration and accounting experience working many years in the oil & gas, construction, and transportation industries. Her transition to the world of video production sparked curiosity and excitement to learn more about what it takes to bring video stories to life.

  

  Chris Howard

  AP/AR Clerk

  Chris gained valuable administration and accounting experience working many years in the oil & gas, construction, and transportation industries. Her transition to the world of video production sparked curiosity and excitement to learn more about what it takes to bring video stories to life.

• Joel Kereluke

  

  Joel Kereluke

  Director/Editor
• Meagan Laycock

  Meagan has spent over 8 years in the broadcasting industry and has a passion for all things creative. From writing clever ad campaigns to animating graphics to photography, she’s not afraid to try new things – unless it involves big bugs or heights. In her down time she’s endlessly renovating her house and enjoying the […]

  

  Meagan Laycock

  Producer, Editor

  Meagan has spent over 8 years in the broadcasting industry and has a passion for all things creative. From writing clever ad campaigns to animating graphics to photography, she’s not afraid to try new things - unless it involves big bugs or heights. In her down time she’s endlessly renovating her house and enjoying the dog parks with her pup Peeka.

• Randy Moffatt

  Randy joined Bamboo Shoots in 2003 after graduating with honours from NAIT and working in the electronics industry for 12 years. When Randy isn’t on the road with one of our production trucks you can usually find him fixing gear, building cables, or researching/ordering new equipment to expand our mobile production units. Outside work, Randy […]

  

  Randy Moffatt

  Broadcast Engineer

  Randy joined Bamboo Shoots in 2003 after graduating with honours from NAIT and working in the electronics industry for 12 years. When Randy isn’t on the road with one of our production trucks you can usually find him fixing gear, building cables, or researching/ordering new equipment to expand our mobile production units. Outside work, Randy enjoys quadding, hunting, fishing, and camping.

• Jared Peace

  Jared completed his BFA in Film Production at the University of Regina, and has directed shorts, music videos, and TV commercials. His passions include chess, Radiohead, WWII history, and playing the piano.

  

  Jared Peace

  Producer, Editor

  Jared completed his BFA in Film Production at the University of Regina, and has directed shorts, music videos, and TV commercials. His passions include chess, Radiohead, WWII history, and playing the piano.

• Dave Roberts

  Dave began his broadcasting career in front of the camera as a host and presenter but found his true calling when he went behind the scenes. He specializes in live production and has produced hundreds of events ranging from junior hockey to Olympic basketball. Dave thoroughly enjoys meet-ing people in the community and sharing their […]

  

  Dave Roberts

  PM/Field Producer

  Dave began his broadcasting career in front of the camera as a host and presenter but found his true calling when he went behind the scenes. He specializes in live production and has produced hundreds of events ranging from junior hockey to Olympic basketball. Dave thoroughly enjoys meet-ing people in the community and sharing their stories. He grew up in Montreal and is a graduate of the University of Alberta.

• Tracy Satre

  Tracy has worked in the commercial film industry for 12 years. Prior to that she studied business administration, and was both a model and a talent agent. From the catwalk to herding cats, she has always loved collaborating on projects to create a beautiful outcome. Her favourite decade? Totally the 80s.

  

  Tracy Satre

  Manager, Senior Producer

  Tracy has worked in the commercial film industry for 12 years. Prior to that she studied business administration, and was both a model and a talent agent. From the catwalk to herding cats, she has always loved collaborating on projects to create a beautiful outcome. Her favourite decade? Totally the 80s.

• Chandra Schatz

  Chandra Schatz is a business affairs and finance professional with over twenty years of experience in the Canadian film and television industry. Formerly a business analyst for the Shaw Rocket Fund, Chandra represents film and television producers in Canada and abroad providing guidance with production financing, tax credits, the Canadian television funding system, contract management, […]

  

  Chandra Schatz

  Business Affairs

  Chandra Schatz is a business affairs and finance professional with over twenty years of experience in the Canadian film and television industry. Formerly a business analyst for the Shaw Rocket Fund, Chandra represents film and television producers in Canada and abroad providing guidance with production financing, tax credits, the Canadian television funding system, contract management, international treaty co-productions and connecting Producers with national and international broadcast and production partners.

• Todd Snider

  Todd has been amassing experience in almost every aspect of broadcast and video since 1991. As a producer at Bamboo, he relishes technical challenges like multiple live broadcasts (15 live Canada West Football Showcase football games for maxTV); his zen approach to herding cats is legendary in the industry. He’s also part of the MaxTron […]

  

  Todd Snider

  Manager, Senior Producer

  Todd has been amassing experience in almost every aspect of broadcast and video since 1991. As a producer at Bamboo, he relishes technical challenges like multiple live broadcasts (15 live Canada West Football Showcase football games for maxTV); his zen approach to herding cats is legendary in the industry. He’s also part of the MaxTron team that puts the Riders on the big screen at Mosaic Stadium.

• Mike Sorel

  Mike has more than 20 years of experience behind the camera and brings a strong sense of visual storytelling to every project, from commercials to corporate to drama. His recent TV credits include the CMT series Ice Racer Showdown, and the 24-part series Pet Heroes. Highlights from his commercial and promotional reel include Tim Horton’s […]

  

  Mike Sorel

  Videographer, Cinematographer

  Mike has more than 20 years of experience behind the camera and brings a strong sense of visual storytelling to every project, from commercials to corporate to drama.

  His recent TV credits include the CMT series Ice Racer Showdown, and the 24-part series Pet Heroes. Highlights from his commercial and promotional reel include Tim Horton’s Tims Next Door video and the Terry Fox Heritage Minute produced for Historica Canada.

• Garry Wanner

  Born and raised in Saskatoon, Garry is a graduate of SIAST and holds an Electronics Technician certificate. Before joining Bamboo, Garry worked for Prairie Mobile installing and maintaining radio telecommunication systems. From there Garry moved to Global TV Saskatoon as a Broadcast Technician, where he gained 5 years of live TV broadcast experience. Away from […]

  

  Garry Wanner

  Senior Broadcast Engineer

  Born and raised in Saskatoon, Garry is a graduate of SIAST and holds an Electronics Technician certificate. Before joining Bamboo, Garry worked for Prairie Mobile installing and maintaining radio telecommunication systems. From there Garry moved to Global TV Saskatoon as a Broadcast Technician, where he gained 5 years of live TV broadcast experience. Away from work Garry enjoys building custom drones, mountain biking, and loud music.

• Camryn Zacharias

  Camryn is a graduate from the Film and Video Production program at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. While she spends most of her time in front of the screen as an editor, she also values getting out into the world and putting her photography and videography skills to use, as well as writing, producing […]

  

  Camryn Zacharias

  Jr. Editor/PA

  Camryn is a graduate from the Film and Video Production program at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. While she spends most of her time in front of the screen as an editor, she also values getting out into the world and putting her photography and videography skills to use, as well as writing, producing and creative directing through her personal endeavours.