Paige Long

Co-Founder / Managing Director

Co-Founder / Executive Director, Branding & Content

Liz Komroy

Co-Founder / Executive Producer

Liz Komroy is the visionary founder of Avenue 44 Productions.

Renowned for her unparalleled skill in managing budgets of any scale, Liz expertly curates elite teams of professionals, ensuring every dollar is in front of the lens, while keeping clients at ease.

Liz has built relationships with vendors, crew and artists over the past 15 years to bring exceptional execution to every shoot, adding value to each dollar spent.

Her strategic foresight, coupled with a composed and confident demeanor, instills trust in clients, making even the most high-stakes productions feel effortless and seamless. Liz’s ability to anticipate challenges and devise innovative solutions has earned her a reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.

With an infectious enthusiasm for her craft, Liz approaches every project as an intricate puzzle. Her passion for problem-solving and commitment to flawless execution consistently bring stories to life in captivating ways.

She’s a Buffalo Bills fan, proof that she never gives up on anything.

Vanessa Fragoso

Director, Post Production

Vanessa Fragoso is a post-production professional with nearly a decade of experience in the film and television industry. With an academic background spanning English, Sociology, Philosophy, and Business, she found her true passion in the dynamic world of TV, Film, and Theatre. Based in Los Angeles, Vanessa has worked both in front of and behind the camera, eventually gravitating toward post-production due to its technical challenges and creative problem-solving.

Trained at Moviola and self-driven in learning code, Vanessa has continually adapted to the evolving landscape of media technology. Her work is grounded in a deep appreciation for storytelling and the technical precision required to bring those stories to life in post. 

Colin Gillooly

Production & Business Development

Colin Gillooly is a creative production and business development expert with 25 years of experience in apparel and media. Since 2021, as a Producer at Avenue 44 Productions, he tracks emerging trends, managing projects from social media content to global brand campaigns. His creative taste and strategic acumen deliver projects that adapt to clients’ shifting needs, while his inclusive approach fosters dynamic, collaborative teams.

Colin’s apparel background fuels his business savvy by honing his ability to merge creativity with commercial success, building teams that thrive on both. As Executive Vice President of Sales at Rodd & Gunn, he elevated an obscure brand to prominence in top U.S. stores. Colin continued his rise to CEO of Canterbury of New Zealand’s North American division, before ultimately pivoting into the fun and fast-paced life of a producer. This expertise lets him anticipate trends, streamline production, and drive collaboration.

Fluent in Spanish and based in Hermosa Beach, Colin is ready to elevate your brand.

Lucas Jackson

Director of Documentary & Editorial

Lucas Jackson grew up on a New Mexico cattle ranch, graduating salutatorian of a class of 17 before earning a Mathematics degree from Lewis & Clark College. He worked as an Alaskan salmon fisherman, a rugged start that shaped his storytelling.

For 15 years at Reuters, Jackson’s camera captured wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, climate change in Greenland, and Ferguson’s unrest. His sharp coverage of Olympics and political campaigns earned National Press Photographers Association awards, marking him as a top visual journalist.

As Amazon’s Creative Director of Photography, he led filmmaking for global campaigns, blending research and craft to create compelling, human-focused stories.

For nearly 20 years, Jackson has mentored young filmmakers at the Eddie Adams Workshop, sharing his drive and insight. Now, as Storyteller’s Director of Documentary and Editorial, he leads a team producing documentaries and campaigns, combining journalism and film to elevate voices.

At home, Jackson is a delightfully exhausted father to three wild, wonderful boys—a role that, like his photography, demands patience, humor, and an unwavering sense of perspective.

Tommy Howard

Development Director, Documentary & Editorial

Tommy traded cows for palm trees when he moved from Springfield, IL to LA 10 years ago. He got his start in front of the camera, but quickly pivoted to the production side, cutting his teeth in physical production on commercials, music videos, and spec scripts.

He then moved on to development at The H Collective, where he worked on The Parts You Lose (Aaron Paul) and Brightburn (James Gunn, via Sony). Eventually, he landed at Ignition Creative, producing and directing award-winning trailers and campaigns for some of Hollywood’s biggest films.

He’s a self-proclaimed “Jack of all trades”. Whatever he's working on, expect creativity, drive, and a smile that says he’s all in.

Dr. William Danaher, MBA

Of Counsel / Marketing & Strategy

With his Ph.D. from Yale University (Ethics), MBA (High Distinction) from the University of Michigan, and decades of experience in strategic planning, qualitative research, and management, Bill is gifted at helping businesses develop stories and narratives that foster collaborative relationships with their clientele.

Bill’s approach to marketing is to develop campaigns and content that creates a meaningful bond and partnership between the company and the customer.

Bill Freed

Advisor / Account Management / Operations

A veteran of the advertising and marketing industry with a wealth of experience navigating the complexities of the modern marketing landscape, Bill has built a career on delivering consistent results and fostering long-term client partnerships.

Bill’s expertise spans client relationship management, strategic planning, creative direction, and campaign execution.