WHO WE ARE
At Dendera Studios, we believe brands deserve more than cookie-cutter content.
they deserve stories that feel cinematic, human, and unforgettable.
We’re a Bronx-born, globally-minded creative studio built by filmmakers, editors, and storytellers who know how to turn ideas into experiences.
MEET THE TEAM
VITO Di Maio
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Born and raised in the Bronx, Vito brings over a decade of film and television production experience to every project. From shooting to skilled editing, he blends technical expertise with creative vision to deliver work that feels both cinematic and strategic. At Dendera, he leads the creative direction, ensuring every client’s story is told with impact and style.
Christina Shrewsbury
Co-Founder & Design Director
Christina is a production and set designer with a talent for creating environments that feel authentic and immersive. She draws on her multicultural background and design training to help brands shape visual identities that connect emotionally with audiences. Whether refining details or building bold concepts, Christina ensures every project carries both beauty and purpose.
Brett Bliss
Head of Business Development
Brett built his career promoting clubs and events across New York City, where he mastered the art of connecting people and building buzz. With years of experience turning nightlife crowds into loyal communities, he now brings that same energy and network-savvy to Dendera — helping clients grow their reach and forge lasting partnerships.
Kevin Nipal
Director of client relations
A Manhattan University alumnus and film producer, Kevin blends creative insight with years of high-level hospitality experience at New York country clubs. His background taught him how to anticipate client needs and deliver with precision. A devoted enthusiast of bespoke fashion, he brings the same appreciation for craft and detail to every partnership — ensuring Dendera’s clients feel understood, supported, and valued.
Phoenix Logan
Creative Producer
Phoenix Logan is a deaf filmmaker with an Australian-American background and a passion for visual storytelling. As a Creative Producer at Dendera Studios, he specializes in filming, editing, and creative direction—transforming ideas into compelling visual formats that strengthen brand identity and connect with audiences. Working closely with the Creative Director and the team, Phoenix helps guide projects from concept to final delivery, ensuring every story is told with clarity and emotion.
Edwin Torres
Business Development
Representative
Edwin Torres is a Bronx-born creative and Business Development Representative at Dendera Studios. A graduate of the School of Visual Arts with a BFA in Film/Video, he’s contributed to major New York productions including John Wick 3, Joker, and YOU, and served as associate producer on 1.5 Million, a feature documentary exploring the Bronx’s literacy crisis. As co-founder of Bronx Film 48, he’s helped cultivate a thriving local filmmaking community since 2019. At Dendera, Edwin draws on his storytelling roots and deep community ties to help brands grow through authentic connection and purpose-driven creativity.
Andy Persaud
Head of Digital Strategy
Andy Persaud is a multidisciplinary strategist and UX designer with a background in marketing, workflow optimization, and team operations. A graduate of Penn State University and General Assembly’s UX Design Immersive, Andy has built a career at the intersection of design and systems thinking — creating user experiences that balance creativity with clarity. Before joining Dendera Studios, he contributed to projects for organizations like 24 Hour Fitness and Koniag Government Services, improving design systems and streamlining communication flows. At Dendera, Andy bridges design and strategy to help brands operate smarter, communicate better, and scale with intention.