Meet The Team

Hometown: Holland MI Brayden AKA "Chair" is a senior at the University of Dayton majoring in media production with a minor in film studies. At school he works as a Flyer Tv manager and he works for the ESPN+ Production Crew for Dayton Athletics. He has worked on numerous Flyer Tv projects, their favorite being his debut directorial debut "And Love For All" which was the first LGBTQ+ show made at the University of Dayton. Post graduation, he hopes to find a job in LA and work in movies or television. He is super excited to see everyone's smiles while watching the documentary. Minor: Film Studies Fun Fact: My parents own a Boba shop!

Hometown: Columbus, OH Claire is a Senior at the University of Dayton majoring in Communication with a concentration in Media Production. She works for the ESPN+ Production Crew for Dayton Athletics, and is a Flyer Media and WUDR Radio manager. Has directed, produced, and even acted in many Flyer Media projects and shows. Post graduation, she hopes to work in the entertainment industry. She hopes you enjoy the Funkumentary! Fun Fact: I was a competitve Irish dancer!

Hometown: York, PA Clara is a Senior at the University of Dayton majoring in Communication with a concentration in Media Production with an Athletic Certificate. At school, she is a Flyer TV Manager which ranges from student productions to broadcasting athletic games to ESPN+. Her favorite memory of work is Co-Directing the first LGBTQ+ TV show on the Flyer TV channel. Post graduation, she hopes to find a job in athletics, and is open to any locations in the US. Fun Fact: I am a twin!

Hometown: Erie, PA Elizabeth is a Senior at the University of Dayton majoring in Media Production with a minor in Marketing. She is involved at UD as a Flyer TV Manager, Marketing Coordinator for Student Leadership Programs, and Philanthropy Chair for Phi Beta Chi. She is currently the Social Media Intern at Dayton Children’s Hospital and hopes to work in Content/Digital Marketing post grad! Her favorite part of Flyer Media has been operating replay for the UD Athletic games! She has loved working on the documentary so far and can’t wait to see all of the team’s hard work pay off! Minor: Marketing Fun Fact: I have a twin brother!

Hometown: Cary, IL Grace is a senior at the University of Dayton, majoring in Communication with a focus on Media Production and minoring in Marketing. At school, she is a member of Dayton Athletics' ESPN+ Production Crew. She has worked on several Flyer Media projects, her favorite being the short film "Stolen Abroad," which she created during a study abroad trip to Prague. Following graduation, she is going to Chicago to work as a Production Assistant for Marquee Sports Network. She hopes you'll enjoy the documentary! Minor: Marketing Fun Fact: I wore a chicken costume to sit front row to a Dayton Flyers basketball game!

Hometown: Dayton, OH Jackie is a senior at the University of Dayton majoring in media production with minors in English and film studies. She was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio. When she's not in class, Jackie works on the ESPN+ Production Crew for Dayton Athletics. Jackie is also a Flyer TV manager and holds the official title of "Equipment Checkout Princess." Post graduation, Jackie is going to return to her job last summer as a videographer on Camp Ozark's media team and then move to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment. Minors: Film Studies and English Fun Fact: I have 4 different food allergies! Other: Jackie presented at Stander 2023- Propaganda Analysis of CNN's Involvement in January 6th Investigation Reporting

Hometown: Louisville, KY J.D. is a Senior studying media production at UD. He has worked on short films in the past and was the Director of Programming at the 2023 Dayton Independent Film Festival. In his free time he plays disc golf and is a captain on the men's ultimate frisbee at UD. After graduation he would like to travel a little bit and eventually end up working in film! Minors: Creative Writing, Film Studies, and English Fun Fact: I was a zipline operator this past summer!

Hometown: Ponce, Puerto Rico Juan is a Senior at the University of Dayton majoring in media production with a minor in English. At school he works for Flyer Media as a Flyer TV Manager. Post Graduation, he's going back to Puerto Rico to pursue a Juris Doctorate in Law at the "Universidad Catolica." Enjoy the documentary! Minor: English Fun Fact: In 2019, I went to the World Youth Day in Panama City, and I was fortunate enough to meet and hug Pope Francis.

Hometown: Columbus, OH Julia is a senior at the University of Dayton and is majoring in Communications with a concentration in Media Production. She works for the ESPN+ Student Crew and is also a Content Creator for Dayton Athletics. She worked with a few productions in Flyer Media such as Co-directing the short film, Stolen Abroad. Post graduation, she hopes to take her studies to London and get her masters at the London Film Academy. She hopes you enjoy this documentary! Fun Fact: I was born in Russia!

Hometown: West Chester, OH Ky'ree is a senior at the University of Dayton majoring in Communication and Media Production. At the university, he works for the ESPN+ Production Crew for Dayton Athletics. He's produced two Flyer TV shows and participated in many others. He also produces his late-night talk show. After graduation, he plans on working for a news broadcasting station. Fun Fact: I wrestled for 5 years and played football for 9!

Hometown: London, England Liana is a senior at UD majoring in media production with a minor in sociology. She lives in the UK and came to Dayton through the women’s soccer team. She works as a Flyer TV and equipment manager where she has have participated in many ESPN+ games like UD volleyball, softball and soccer. She has made a few Flyer Media projects like Mic’d Up with the women’s soccer team. Once she graduates, she hopes to work in the media field full time as a cinematographer or editor. Minor: Sociology Fun Fact: I have played for the England National team since I was 13 years old and played in Belgium for my debut.

Hometown: Detroit, MI Patrick is a Senior at the University of Dayton in media production with a minor in film studies. At school, he works on a variety of Flyer Media projects, including multiple short films and television shows. He also writes, records, and produces original music. After graduation, he plans to move to Chicago and work in media/film/music production. Minor: Film Studies Fun Fact: I am tall!

Hometown: Westerville, OH Sarah is a senior at the University of Dayton. She is a communication major with a concentration in media production. She is also pursuing minors in public relations and music. She has loved participating in Flyer Media and getting the chance to write, direct, and edit numerous shows and short films. After graduation, she hopes to keep pursuing creative endeavors, wherever that may take her. Minors: Public Relations and Music Fun Fact: I have a twin brother!

Hometown: Decatur, GA Alecia is a Senior at the University of Dayton majoring in media production with a minor in English. While at school, she works as a manager for Flyer TV/Media. She's participated in numerous Flyer Media projects, both as talent and crew. Her favorite being one of Flyer Tv's biggest hits that she co-wrote called "The Elevator". Post graduation, she wishes to return to Atlanta and find media related work there until she can take her life abroad doing what she loves, media creation and writing stories. Minor: English Fun Fact: I am 22 without a Drivers License!