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Set Apart Productions

We are filmmakers! From narrative shorts to dance videos and all things in-between, we love telling Everyone has a story to tell...here's ours.

In a nutshell, we love what we do. And what we do is tell stories. As cliché as it might sound, everything we do boils down to storytelling and it is what we are passionate about. Photography and cinematography isn't just pushing a button because someone says they need an image or video captured. For us, it's about helping a client accomplish a goal; in this case, our client's goal is to solve a p

roblem or fulfill a need. And that's where we come in. We believe in producing meaningful, purpose-driven creative solutions. What we mean by that is understanding what you need and then creating a solution that helps you achieve it. From portraiture to landscapes to cinematography, the most important thing we can offer you is our knowledge and experience. We've told you our story...we'd love to help you tell yours.

08/18/2024

“LIKE IN THE MOVIES”

We are super excited about on August 21st! Come out to this Wednesday for great beer, awesome shorts and more!

Link to tix in bio!

Logline: A guy discovers that sometimes the movie doesn’t end with the credits when he makes an instant connection with a girl in a movie theater.

- Credits -
Written & Directed by: .riley.iii
Produced by:
Executive Producers: Trey Riley &
Director of Photography: .christy
Edited by:

- Starring -
as GUY
as GIRL
as THE OTHER GUY

- Additional Crew -
First Assistant Camera:
Second Assistant Camera:
Camera Utility:
Sound Mixer:
Boom Operator: .e.murray
Gaffer: .j_morrison
Grip: .dp
Script Supervisor:
Production Assistant:
Craft Services: Johanna Riley & Sabor
BTS Videography:
Still Photography: & Mary Hamby

- Post Production -
Colorist:
Post Sound Editing & Design: .mov
Poster Designer:

- Special Thanks -
, Jay Morong, Mick Clark, , The Sundae Shop & The Independent Picture House

Huge shout out to all of our background talent who helped us build this world!!

Filmed on location in
Charlotte, NC
Midland, NC

Shot on Alexa Mini

Edited with Premiere Pro & Color Graded With DaVinci Resolve ()

07/13/2024

In honor of our short film, LIKE IN THE MOVIES, being completed here is the official poster drawn by super talented artist Brandon McDowell!

We are now in the process of submitting to festivals across our region! Stay tuned.

04/24/2023

“YOUTH”

Watch now here: https://shortfilmsmatter.com/1921/youth

Logline: It's a Friday night in the summer of 98'. For two teen girls, tonight is everything. Because tomorrow, it all changes.

- Credits -
Written & Directed by: .riley.iii
Produced by: , &
Executive Producers: Trey Riley & Paul Giles
Associate Producers: , Steve & , & Shane Ryan - Reid
Director of Photography:
Edited by: Melissa Salpietra
Music Composed by:

- Starring -
as Sarah
as Jessica

- Additional Crew -
Production Coordinator: Lyndsey Stogdill
First Assistant Camera:
Sound Mixer: .e.murray
Script Supervisor:
Gaffer/Grip:
Production Assistant:
Craft Services: Johanna Riley
BTS Videography:
Still Photography: .photography

- Post Production -
Colorist:
Post Sound Editing & Design: Gavin Harwell
Opening Title Animation:
Poster Designer: & Trey Riley

Filmed on location in
Charlotte, NC
Fort Mill, SC

Shot on Pocket Cinema 6K

Edited with Premiere Pro & Color Graded With DaVinci Resolve ()

04/13/2023

“YOUTH”

Watch now: https://shortfilmsmatter.com/1921/youth

Logline: It's a Friday night in the summer of 98'. For two teen girls, tonight is everything. Because tomorrow, it all changes.

- Credits -
Written & Directed by: .riley.iii
Produced by: , &
Executive Producers: Trey Riley & Paul Giles
Associate Producers: , Steve & , & Shane Ryan - Reid
Director of Photography:
Edited by: Melissa Salpietra
Music Composed by:

- Starring -
as Sarah
as Jessica

- Additional Crew -
Production Coordinator: Lyndsey Stogdill
First Assistant Camera:
Sound Mixer: .e.murray
Script Supervisor:
Gaffer/Grip:
Production Assistant:
Craft Services: Johanna Riley
BTS Videography:
Still Photography: .photography

- Post Production -
Colorist:
Post Sound Editing & Design: Gavin Harwell
Opening Title Animation:
Poster Designer: & Trey Riley

Filmed on location in
Charlotte, NC
Fort Mill, SC

Shot on Pocket Cinema 6K

Edited with Premiere Pro & Color Graded With DaVinci Resolve ()

04/05/2023

“YOUTH”

Watch now: https://shortfilmsmatter.com/1921/youth

Logline: It's a Friday night in the summer of 98'. For two teen girls, tonight is everything. Because tomorrow, it all changes.

- Credits -
Written & Directed by: Trey Riley
Produced by: Gavin Harwell, Eden Lee & Johanna Riley
Executive Producers: Trey Riley & Paul Giles
Associate Producers: Lyndsey Harris Stogdill, Steve & Dawn Rimmer Dresser, Brady Carpenter & Shane Ryan-Reid
Director of Photography: Alexander Rivera
Edited by: Melissa Salpietra
Music Composed by: Kyle McCuiston

- Starring -
Lacey Caroline as Sarah
Camila Escobar as Jessica

- Additional Crew -
Production Coordinator: Lyndsey Stogdill
First Assistant Camera: Jeffrey Pollina
Sound Mixer: Kevin Murray
Script Supervisor: Cassie Cappello
Gaffer/Grip: William Morris
Production Assistant: Arika Nash
Craft Services: Johanna Riley
BTS Videography: Emmanuel Wallace Film
Still Photography: Escobar Photography, LLC

- Post Production -
Colorist: Cayne Tucker
Post Sound Editing & Design: Gavin Harwell
Opening Title Animation: Brad Pouncey
Poster Designer: Brandon McDowell & Trey Riley

Filmed on location in
Charlotte, NC
Fort Mill, SC

Shot on Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema 6K

Edited with Adobe Premiere Pro & Color Graded With DaVinci Resolve

04/05/2023

“YOUTH”

Watch now at the link in our bio!

Logline: It's a Friday night in the summer of 98'. For two teen girls, tonight is everything. Because tomorrow, it all changes.

- Credits -
Written & Directed by: .riley.iii
Produced by: , &
Executive Producers: Trey Riley & Paul Giles
Associate Producers: , Steve & , & Shane Ryan - Reid
Director of Photography:
Edited by: Melissa Salpietra
Music Composed by:

- Starring -
as Sarah
as Jessica

- Additional Crew -
Production Coordinator: Lyndsey Stogdill
First Assistant Camera:
Sound Mixer: .e.murray
Script Supervisor:
Gaffer/Grip:
Production Assistant:
Craft Services: Johanna Riley
BTS Videography:
Still Photography: .photography

- Post Production -
Colorist:
Post Sound Editing & Design: Gavin Harwell
Opening Title Animation:
Poster Designer: & Trey Riley

Filmed on location in
Charlotte, NC
Fort Mill, SC

Shot on Pocket Cinema 6K

Edited with Premiere Pro & Color Graded With DaVinci Resolve ()

03/31/2023

“YOUTH”

Watch now at the link in our bio!

Logline: It's a Friday night in the summer of 98'. For two teen girls, tonight is everything. Because tomorrow, it all changes.

- Credits -
Written & Directed by: .riley.iii
Produced by: , &
Executive Producers: Trey Riley & Paul Giles
Associate Producers: , Steve & , & Shane Ryan - Reid
Director of Photography:
Edited by: Melissa Salpietra
Music Composed by:

- Starring -
as Sarah
as Jessica

- Additional Crew -
Production Coordinator: Lyndsey Stogdill
First Assistant Camera:
Sound Mixer: .e.murray
Script Supervisor:
Gaffer/Grip:
Production Assistant:
Craft Services: Johanna Riley
BTS Videography: .well &
Still Photography:

- Post Production -
Colorist:
Post Sound Editing & Design: Gavin Harwell
Opening Title Animation:
Poster Designer: & Trey Riley

Filmed on location in
Charlotte, NC
Fort Mill, SC

Shot on Pocket Cinema 6K

Edited with Premiere Pro & Color Graded With DaVinci Resolve ()

03/30/2023

“YOUTH”

Watch now at the link in our bio!

Logline: It's a Friday night in the summer of 98'. For two teen girls, tonight is everything. Because tomorrow, it all changes.

- Credits -
Written & Directed by: .riley.iii
Produced by: , &
Executive Producers: Trey Riley & Paul Giles
Associate Producers: , Steve & , & Shane Ryan - Reid
Director of Photography:
Edited by: Melissa Salpietra
Music Composed by:

- Starring -
as Sarah
as Jessica

- Additional Crew -
Production Coordinator: Lyndsey Stogdill
First Assistant Camera:
Sound Mixer: .e.murray
Script Supervisors:
Gaffer/Grip:
Production Assistant:
Craft Services: Johanna Riley
BTS Videography: .well &
Still Photography:

- Post Production -
Colorist:
Post Sound Editing & Design: Gavin Harwell
Opening Title Animation:
Poster Designer: & Trey Riley

Filmed on location in
Charlotte, NC
Fort Mill, SC

Shot on Pocket Cinema 6K

Edited with Premiere Pro & Color Graded With DaVinci Resolve ()

03/28/2023

In honor of our film releasing today. We are excited to share a new alternative poster for our short film

“Y O U T H”

Available now to stream at: https://shortfilmsmatter.com/1921/youth
—

- Starring -
Lacey Caroline as Sarah
Camila Escobar as Jessica

- Credits -
Written & Directed by Trey Riley
Produced by Gavin Harwell, Eden Lee & Johanna Riley
Executive Producers: Trey Riley & Paul Giles
Associate Producers: Steve & Dawn Dresser
Director of Photography: Alexander Rivera
Music Composed by Kyle McCuiston
Edited by Melissa Salpietra
Original Poster by Brandon McDowell

03/10/2023

We would like to introduce Skylan Kimbrell as GIRL in our upcoming short film, LIKE IN THE MOVIES! We are excited for you to see her in this role. Stay tuned!

Writer/Director: Trey Riley
Producer: Daniel Ray Hamby

03/10/2023

We would like to introduce Kyle Riggs as GUY in our upcoming short film, LIKE IN THE MOVIES! We are excited for you to see him in this role. Stay tuned!

Writer/Director: Trey Riley
Producer: Daniel Ray Hamby

01/17/2023

SUBMISSIONS CLOSED

*PLEASE DIRECT ANY/ALL QUESTIONS TO THE EMAIL LISTED AT THE END OF THE POST*

CASTING CALL for two LEAD ROLES in “Like in the Movies” – SHORT FILM

Logline: A guy discovers that sometimes the movie doesn’t end with the credits when he makes what he believes to be an instant connection with a girl in a movie theater. What happens when the lights come up?

Genre: Dramedy, Romance

General Information
Location: Charlotte, NC
Date of Shoot: May 2023 (Exact dates TBD)
Expected shoot time: 1 Day

LEAD ROLE: GUY (Male)
Short description: A likable, but overly timid, guy who is trying to navigate how to articulate his feelings as he discovers himself.
Ethnicity/Race: Any
Age Range: Early 20s
Body build/type: Average to slim
Wardrobe: Casual, spring attire
Neutral/no strong accent
Must be willing to shave facial hair, if asked
Must have a great sense of comedic timing
Ability to improv and create on the fly is a plus

LEAD ROLE: GIRL (Female)
Short description: A fun charismatic girl who is learning to take life as it comes and be open to new opportunities.
Ethnicity/Race: Any
Age Range: Early 20s
Body build/type: Average to slim
Wardrobe: Casual, spring attire
Neutral/no strong accent
Must have a great sense of comedic timing
Ability to improv and create on the fly is a plus

Production information:
Non-union project
Compensation: Paid, IMDb credit, meals, reel footage, mileage allowance (non-local only)

Produced by Set Apart Productions & Goody Goody Movies

**Send submissions to: [email protected]**

Format email as follows:
Subject: Like in the Movies Short Film – Role of (character you are submitting for)

Please include with your email the following:
Headshot, resume & reel (if available)

Should you be selected for an audition, sides & short character bio will be sent to you.

AUDITION TAPE SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 1/31 @ 11:59pmEST

09/02/2022

We are excited about YOUTH being selected to be part of the Tryon International Film Festival! Our film will screen on Sunday, October 9th in the 1pm film block! Tickets are available now for purchase!

08/15/2022

YOUTH is coming to the Charlotte Film Festival! The festival runs from Sept. 28 - Oct. 2. We will provide more details on showing time, tickets, etc. as they become available!

For anyone in the Charlotte region, this will be the first public screening of our film! Also, lots of other great films from local filmmakers will be screening!

08/01/2022

UPDATE: YOUTH will screen in the 7:30pm-9:30pm short film block on Saturday, October 8th! Tickets are available now for purchase!

YOUTH is coming to Raleigh Film and Art Festival this October!

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Telephone

+13369718904

Website

http://www.setapartproduction.com/

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Videos

Youth - BTS (Sarah Spot)

Learn more about the process that Lacey Caroline took to prepare for her role as Sarah in our latest short film, “Youth”, and get a first look at footage from the film in this short bts featurette! Also, if you feel led to help our film across the finish line in post production, consider donating to our crowdfunding campaign here: https://igg.me/at/youthshortfilm/x/27590311#/ - Starring - Lacey Caroline as Sarah Camila Escobar as Jessica - Credits - Written & Directed by Trey Riley Produced by Gavin Harwell, Eden Lee & Johanna Riley DP: Alexander Rivera Composer: Kyle McCuiston Editor: Melissa Salpietra BTS footage by: Emmanuel Wallace Film

Disconnect | Short Film (a closer look - featurette)

This is a look behind the scenes of Disconnect at the characters & story and how both of those interconnect to explore the idea of family. Full length short film currently on the festival circuit. See page events for screenings near you! - Credits - Written & Directed by: Trey Riley Produced by: Gavin Harwell Assistant Producers: Ray Riley Jr. & Gail Riley Executive Producer: Trey Riley Director of Photography: Jeffrey Pollina Music Composed by: Bryan Holt Edited by: Trey Riley - Starring - Bryan Pierce as Jason J'Nelle Joy York as Rachel Lacey Caroline Stogdill as Natalie Shelly Sakawye Townsend as Emma

Trey Riley | Director's Reel 2018

This reel features short films Trey Riley has directed from 2017 & 2018. Featured Short Films: Here & Now (2018) - DP: Patrick Roth Transmit (2018) - DP: Brad Pouncey Lost & Found (2017) - DP: Brad Pouncey Thank you to the many cast & crew who have helped bring these stories to life. Thank you to those who have supported my passion of filmmaking including my close friends & family. I couldn't do this and be where I am without all of you. Check out other shorts, music & dance videos at Set Apart Productions Facebook or YouTube page: youtube.com/setapart2013 Set Apart Productions does not own the rights to the song "You Only Live Twice by Nancy Sinatra" and is strictly using it in this reel for no monetary gain. Stay tuned in 2019 for more stories that have yet to be told!

the silence will kill you | Dance to Film

This is a dance piece that highlights a real issue that woman face across all areas of the work force. I was fortunate to be able to collaborate with Megan Long, who choreographed such beautiful movements for this. If this dance piece moves you, I encourage you to share and raise awareness! Oh yeah, watch in 4K if possible!

Here & Now | Short Film

"Here & Now" Plot: A psychedelic exploration of Cooper's world as it seemingly crumbles around him. His biggest obstacle may just be himself. 2018 Charlotte 48 Hour Film Project: Best Of Selection This film was created as part of the 2018 Charlotte 48 Hour Film Project. It was written, shot, and edited in 48 hours. Required Elements: Genre: Disaster Film Character: Frank Lapidus, Foreign Exchange Student Prop: a trashcan Line of Dialogue: "Do you want to try?” Credits: Director: Trey Riley Writer: Trey Riley Story & Sound Mixing: Gavin Harwell Cinematographer & Editor: Patrick Roth Composer: Bryan Holt Music Production Assistants: Brandon McDowell & Graeme Harwell Cover Art: Brad Pouncey Cast (in order of appearance): Brice Heller Eleni Kash Mike O'Neil Darian Rolle Laura Catherine Ashley Bartolotti Gavin Harwell Brittany Rabb Kyle Riggs Shot on Panasonic USA GH5S Edited With Adobe Premiere Pro Software

Whoosh: Summerville Bands 2017

Here is what the Summerville High School Bands was shown before leaving for State Finals a couple weeks ago. Big congrats on their 3rd place finish! Shout out to Bryan Holt for mixing the audio!

| Short Film

NEW RELEASE: "" When his best friend leaves him high and dry, Adam must now make the toughest decision of his life. Submitted as part of the 2017 Charlotte 100 Word Film Festival Director: Trey Riley Writers: Trey Riley & Brad Pouncey Cinematographer & Editor: Brad Pouncey Sound: Gavin Harwell Composer: Bryan Holt Production Assistants: Samantha Salvato and Katie Anderson Starring: Stephen Mackenzie Brown

Lost & Found | Short Film

NEW RELEASE: "Lost & Found" When Beth goes missing, her childhood friend, Clay, is left searching for her. With a dark past and no clues, Clay hits a dead end. Forced to revisit their past, he is left with only one answer. 2017 Charlotte 48 Hour Film Project Award: Best Musical Score This film was created as part of the 2017 Charlotte 48 Hour Film Project. It was written, shot, and edited in 48 hours. Required Elements: Genre: Detective/Cop Character: Trevor Bookman, Housing Inspector Prop: a ball Line of Dialogue: "Let's do it again” Visual: Charlotte landmark Director: Trey Riley Writers: Trey Riley, Brad Pouncey, Gavin Harwell, and Paul Gough Cinematographer & Editor: Brad Pouncey Composer: Bryan Holt Production Assistants: Samantha Salvato and Paul Gough Cast (in order of appearance): Brice Heller, Darian Rolle, Stephen Mackenzie Brown, Jim Shaylor, Jessica Ann Perry, Laura Bartolotti, and Lauri Pierce

Tonight, Again | Short Film

Check out our new short film, "Tonight, Again". Share if it reminds you of a night you'll never forget!

There's a method to the madness and a thousand moving parts to tell a great story. Here's a look behind-the-scenes at the writing and location scouting for our next short, "Tonight, Again". Stay tuned for release!

Top Deck Sunset --- "A moment gone in a glimpse, captured for a lifetime."

Stuck in the Past | Kip Wolfe

Check out this great original song from Kip Wolfe. It was our pleasure to shoot this moving and deeply emotion song. Hope you enjoy!

Boondocks/Superstition/Wildfire/Lightning Bolt Mash-up | Kip Wolfe

Check out Kip Georgeson and his latest live acoustic cover! Find the rest of his music videos here: https://www.youtube.com/user/kippergeorgeson

Emma Ruth | River (Leon Bridges Cover)

Check out the first installment of Sunday Sessions featuring Emma Ruth Teague! Find this and other upcoming music videos here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrccNsKv5kXXib0jTV6fkXg

New Music Video Release

Live covers from Kip Wolfe & Emma Ruth Teague releasing tomorrow at 3PM! 🎤🎸 #musicvideos #coversong #acoustic #guitar #guitarcover __________ Music: "Turn My Crimson into White" by Stephen J. Anderson

Twenty One Pilots Mash-Up | Kip Wolfe

Back at it again! Kip Wolfe performing a sick mixture of Twenty One Pilots songs. The amount of time spent producing this audio track was incredible! Find more music videos by him at: https://www.youtube.com/user/kippergeorgeson

Hello/Drag Me Down/Stitches Mash-Up | Kip Wolfe

Check out Kip Wolfe in this unique mash-up of several popular songs. Find him on Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/user/kippergeorgeson

Kipper Georgeson in the studio checking out the first cut of his #twentyonepilots cover video...Check out the release later this week! #musicvideocomingsoon #editingskills #staytuned

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Our Story

Everyone has a story to tell...here's ours.

In a nutshell, we love what we do. And what we do is tell stories. As cliché as it might sound, everything we do boils down to storytelling and it is what we are passionate about.

Filmmaking isn't just pushing a record button & capturing audio because someone says they need a video captured. For us, it's about having a vision; in this case, telling honest and captivating stories that we feel those who watch can relate to.

We believe in producing meaningful, narrative short & feature length films. The most important thing we can offer you is our knowledge and experience.