MEET THE TEAM
ZENYA MCFARLANE - Director/Producer/Writer
Zenya is an award-winning Jamaican-born filmmaker based in Los Angeles.
She holds a BFA from The International Film School of Paris (EICAR), France and has spent over a decade directing and producing documentaries, branded content, and campaigns throughout Jamaica, France, Trinidad & Tobago, West Africa, Canada, and the U.S. Her films have aired internationally and earned recognition for their layered storytelling and cultural insight.
Among her credits are Qui Êtes-Vous (Who Do You Think You Are) (winner of the Gala des Prix Gémeaux for Best Docuseries
for Canadian Cable TV), Alive (American Addy Award for Best Public Campaign, commissioned by Jamaica’s Ministry of National Security), and Biga Ranx en Jamaïque, a feature-length documentary for France Ô that broadcast widely across France and francophone regions of Africa and the Caribbean.
In addition to documentary work, she has produced commercials and branded campaigns for major international advertising agencies, including McCann Erickson and Lonsdale Saatchi & Saatchi.
A natural-born storyteller, Zenya has a deep passion for exploring culture and unearthing stories that are underrepresented or misrepresented. She is on a mission to inspire, educate, and empower.
HERVÉ "HTB" MOUKOKO - Producer
Hervé "HTB" Moukoko holds a BFA from The International Film School of Paris (EICAR), France and ISMA (Higher Institute of Audiovisual Professions) Cotonou, Benin.
With more than 15 years of experience, Hervé has worked on numerous documentaries, features, short films and music videos throughout Africa and France. His show, Inside Artists, broadcasts weekly on the Pan-African Channel, Ubiznews TV, and was seen throughout France on SFR channel 273, for which his credits include creator and director of photography. Other works to his credits include production manager for the international television channel BBLACK AFRICA, Fashion Noir (Black Fashion), hosted by Shaun Ollison (Miss California 2000). Hervé runs his production company, Undercover Brothers Entertainment, an African production and distribution company dedicated to showcasing stories from the continent and the diaspora. The company also organizes La Semaine du Cinéma, an international traveling film festival held annually in a different African city. The company also served as executive producer of Qatar Club, a FIFA World Cup 2022 daily program broadcast on Tele Congo (National Congo Brazza TV) from November 18th to December 18th.
Hervé also served as producer for Women’s World Cup 2023 and AFCON 2024, a live television program for NEW WORLD TV.
PATRECIA MOORE - Producer
Patrecia Moore is an accomplished film producer from North Carolina. As an African American filmmaker, her work is deeply influenced by her roots and aims to amplify the voices of the marginalized and showcase often overlooked cultures. Her commitment to exploring diverse narratives is marked by a series of film credits, which includes notable projects such as The Sovereign, Coffee With BaBa, Full Tilt Boogie, Residuum, I Said the Same Thing, and Just Enough. Recently, Patrecia wrote, directed, and produced the film Rapture, which is part of the Women of Color Filmmakers Summer Lab 2023. She holds a Bachelor's degree in business from East Carolina University.
LUIS MERCARDO FORSECK - Director of Photography
Luis is an award-winning cinematographer whose diverse body of work spans documentaries, narrative films, and commercial projects. His critically acclaimed documentary Valle de Guadalupe House, which follows the construction of a new housing development for low-income families in Mexico’s Valle de Guadalupe region, earned international recognition for its visual sensitivity and intimate perspective.
Luis’s work has screened at major festivals including Cannes, the Moscow International Film Festival, and the Brooklyn Film Festival. His commercial work includes brands such as Honda, Nissan, Uber, Carl’s Jr., TGI Fridays, and Fundación de Artes Musicales (FAM).
Luis holds a BFA from The International Film School of Paris (EICAR), France.
STÉPHANE MARTINS - Director of Photography
Stèphane holds a BFA from The International Film School of Paris (EICAR), France.
During his time at EICAR, his short film Et Vous Alors? won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Short Film and Best Picture.
His credits include Solange, directed by Martin Laurenson (Winner, 48H Film Festival Paris for Best Short), and Desarticulé, directed by Romain Barreau (Winner, Festival Cinekourt Paris for Best Image).
Stèphane has worked on over 100 music videos for some of the top artists on the French and African music scenes. Recent standout projects include Halliday by Kaaris (2.5 million views), Le Temps by Tayc (188 million), 100 by Fally Ipupa (21 million), and Un Coup by Dadju featuring Fally Ipupa (96 million).
Born and raised in Ouidah, Benin, Stèphane is driven by a mission to bring the vibrant energy of African music and culture to a global audience.
TROY LYNCH - Sound Recordist/Mixer
Troy is a multi-hyphenate production sound mixer, editor, composer and music producer.
Born in Oakland, California, Troy's notable achievements include his role as a sound mixer on Jasmine Guy's groundbreaking historical Emmy win for, Chronicles of Jessica Wu. He has also composed music for RZA on the Lionsgate film, Love Beats Rhymes, showcasing his talent for crafting immersive soundscapes.
Throughout his career, Troy has collaborated with acclaimed artists as a multi platinum selling music producer for Ceelo Green, TI, and Emeli Sande, elevating their musical visions to new heights. His contributions to the music industry have seen him collaborate with Epic Records, Universal Records, as well as esteemed artists such as Lady Gaga and Aerosmith.
Troy's expertise in sound production has allowed him to work with major brands including YSL, NBC Universal, Showtime Boxing, Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. Currently, he is associated with the ALLBLK network, where he serves as a music producer and dialogue editor, contributing to the creation of captivating auditory experiences.
With a diverse portfolio and a commitment to excellence, Troy Lynch continues to make waves in the world of music and sound production, leaving an indelible mark on every project he undertakes.
AARON VEREEN - Composer/Consultant
AAron is an acclaimed master drummer who is known for his unique and fluent style of drumming. His mastery of traditional instruments and his unique, eclectic blend of Caribbean and West African rhythms make him a versatile and internationally sought-after performer, allowing him to tour the world extensively.
Although AAron loves performing on stage, he strives to fulfill a much higher calling: using drums to nurture and support mental, spiritual, and physical well-being. This had its genesis in Africa, where he studied for several years and was fortunate to live among Shamans, who taught him how to truly tap into the healing power of the drum. AAron hosts drum circles and workshops around the country and internationally. His drumming program, The Healing Drum Circle, is part of the treatment program in several rehab centers and homeless shelters in Southern California.
AAron has recently released his drum single, We The Drums, which is a fusion of West African and Afro-Caribbean rhythms. He was also a guest performer for Array’s 10th anniversary, which is run by Ava DuVernay - the Peabody award-winning multi-platform collective that promotes diversity by including more people of color and women.
Added to his credit, AAron was the drumming consultant for the HBO film Ritual, starring Jennifer Grey.