Next Generation Films

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Next Generation Films

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  • NEXT GEN FILMS
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    • NEXT GEN FILMS
    • MOVIES & TV
    • GATEWAY STUDIO
    • PRODUCTION SERVICES
    • EDUCATION
    • CREW DATABASE
    • REACH OUT TO US!
  • NEXT GEN FILMS
  • MOVIES & TV
  • GATEWAY STUDIO
  • PRODUCTION SERVICES
  • EDUCATION
  • CREW DATABASE
  • REACH OUT TO US!
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ABOUT US

Next Generation Films is a Maryland based production company committed to develop, produce, and distribute diverse stories that resonate with every audience. We use the power of media to inspire, educate, entertain and create cinematic content with bold storytelling, cultural relevance, and high production standards.

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EXECUTIVE TEAM

SHANTE GABRIEL

CEO

Shanté is a Producer and writer with over 25 years of experience.  After attending Hampton University, she began her career working as a Production Assistant on films such as Enemy Of The State, Mercury Rising, and Murder At 1600. Soon after she moved into Assistant Director positions on several music videos. These connections lead to  D-Media, where Shanté produced concerts and events for artists and corporate brands namely Aaliyah, Beyoncé, DL Hughley, Adidas, Hewlett Packard, The State of MD and more. After a meeting with the Foreign Minister of Senegal, Cheikh Tidiane Gadio, the encounter influenced her to conceptualized the documentary “Jay-Z Water for Life” which aired on MTV. Shanté’s passion for film continued and she produced feature films “A2B” and MISSISSIPPI CHRISTMAS. She also produced the hit TV series, DOUBLE CROSS now on STARZ Network as well as the premiere season of TV series, CONSPIRATORS on ALLBLK Network. Currently Shanté develops, produces and distributes TV series, documentaries and feature films.

LAVERN WHITT

VP, HEAD OF DEVELOPMENT

A native of Baltimore Maryland, LaVern Whitt, aka “Whitt” attended Morgan State University and moved to Los Angeles, California producing content for clients of Journey Entertainment, a Los Angeles Film production company she founded. She recently opened Gateway Media Productions a Maryland Film Production company to continue expanding her market for storytelling. Whitt brings a longstanding track record of strategic networking and project leadership resulting in successful content development and production across multiple media platforms to include film, television, and music. Whitt was recently the Vice President of Creative and Production at DCTV Public Access Corporation in Washington, DC where she served as a member of the Executive Team and reported directly to the CEO. She was also the Vice President of Diversity and Development at Cinema Libra Film Studios in Burbank California. She motivates and manages teams devoted to film, television & video productions, original content creation and creative services. Her extensive knowledge of Budgeting, Acquisitions, Directing, Producing, Writing and Stunt work has made her a well-seasoned Veteran. She has worked with some of the greatest talent in the industry like Oprah Winfrey, Whoopi Goldberg, Richard Gere, Kim Basinger, Diana Ross, Queen Latifah, Uma Thurman, Regina King, Jamie Foxx, Will Smith, and more. Whitt completed a producer & director’s shadowing juncture that allowed her the opportunity to shadow the directors on ABC “Grey’s Anatomy” including the infamous Debbie Allen, and FOX’s hit drama “Empire”, as well as shadowing producers on the film “Hitch”. As an award-winning independent filmmaker Whitt’s projects included a short film titled “Prey”, which she Executive Produced, Co- Wrote and Directed. Prey was also voted Best New Director and Best Youth Actress at the Los Angeles International Film Festival. Whitt also won a Telly Award for Best Director of the same film. She Executive Produced and Directed a feature film which also won two Awards, including Best Feature Film from the Prince Georges County Film Festival. “A Family Matters Christmas” is currently on Amazon Prime starring Kelly S. Williams and Jo Marie Patton of the hit sit-com “Family Matters”. Whitt will often team up with Independent Production Companies as a Director, Executive Producer and more. She sold 2 scripted dramas to NBC Universal and continues to work, create and pitch shows to network studios, productions companies, and streaming platforms. 

TASHA COATES

HEAD OF PRODUCTION

Tasha Coates has years of experience as a Lead Producer; developing and producing multiple series on network television. While producing the hit TV series, DOUBLE CROSS, Tasha also served as Casting Director. Using her entrepreneurial background she started a casting company, 1024 Casting, where she casted both Lead principals and background for multiple series and feature films.

BRIAN K. BURNS III

HEAD OF COMMUNITY & CULTURE

Producer, Brian Burns III is a graduate of Temple University College, majoring in Communication with a Production track; where he dabbled in news;  his gateway to the film industry. He has since worked as a  producer on two network streaming shows as well as the feature film, DESPAIRED  on BET.  Brian also served as a community liaison giving compassion to several nonprofit organizations and steer heading Next Gen Film's partnerships in education. 

THE FOUNDER'S VISION

THE FOUNDER'S VISION

THE FOUNDER'S VISION

To be a leading producer and distributor for   cinematic voices and  stories that connect audiences worldwide.

TEAMWORK

THE FOUNDER'S VISION

THE FOUNDER'S VISION

The team of talent, writers, directors, producers and amazing crew of professionals collaborate, showcasing leadership and teamwork.

FAITH AND A DREAM

THE FOUNDER'S VISION

FAITH AND A DREAM

The dreams of a filmmaker manifests through education, experience, execution and the assumption of success. 

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