One of the most difficult parts of being an artist is sitting back and being told what to do or how to do it without any say or control in the matter. It’s stifling and forces us to suppress the creative talents we’ve been given. Producing put me in the perfect position to help craft others’ visions and bring that art to life.
The impetus for my direction and approach to fulfilling my goal as a producer comes from my long-held belief and I must admit, my frustration, regarding television shows and film. Stereotypes abound, especially for African Americans.
Of course, there are similar issues relating to other ethnic groups, but my main concern is centered on how Black people are caricatured and characterized in shows offered to both general audiences and Black audiences.
If I can have the power to shape a story and help the writers and directors who have a story to tell but are unsure how to make it happen, then that is the job for me.
KiahCan:
Create
In Film & TV, this looks like:
Casting for Roles
Selecting and Reviewing Scripts
Story Development
Developing Callsheets for Principal Photography
Setting up and Maintaining IMDB Presence and some social media presence
Connect
In Film & TV, this looks like:
Securing Screenwriters, Director of Photography (DP), Directors, Art Directors, Makeup, Hair, and Wardrobe Stylists, Composers, Editors, Gaffers & Grips, Production Sound Crews, Line Producers, 1st and 2nd Assistant Directors, etc.
Coordinate
In Film & TV, this looks like:
Coordinating writing, directing, shooting, editing schedules
Generating and Reviewing Budget
Securing Locations for Film
Securing Locations for Premieres
Arrange financing (crowdfunding, seeking potential investors, etc.)
Track deadlines
Collaborate
In Film & TV, this looks like:
Overseeing all operations and logistics from pre-production through delivery of completed project
“The comeback” feature film
Jeff and Tisa Murray have decided to move their family back to their hometown of Atlanta when Tisa is offered her dream job. The dream becomes a regretful reality when family issues, Mom's new boyfriend, and ex-lovers are waiting on them upon their return.
Produced By: Kiah Clingman, Freeli Films, Maverick Entertainment
Directed By: Ariel Julia Hairston
“boxed in 2” feature film
After overcoming insurmountable odds to be the best in the game, Ria finds herself a rising star in the world of boxing. Faced with new revelations along with the pressure of being the boxer that everyone wants a shot at, Ria will have to decide if it's worth fighting for the sport she believes in and most importantly, the one she believes in.
Produced By: Kiah Clingman, Freeli Films, Paige Parnell
Directed By: Daniel Stearns
togethxr presents a short film about dj vry wvy
Step out for the night with DJ VRYWVY as she gives us the inside scoop of how she's remixing the scene. She cracked the code of bringing people from all cultures together under music's universal language and her career is taking off because of it.
Produced/Directed By: Kiah Clingman
“Rolling Stone Musicians on Musicians Feat. Latto and Flo Milli” Video Shoot
Two of 2022’s hottest MCs worked hard to prove themselves in the music industry — and now, they want to share the love and support.
Produced By: Kiah Clingman
Directed By: Ebony Blanding
“BLACK SANTA” the short film
Every Holiday Season Henry looks forward to his job working as a mall Santa alongside his son, Otis. But as Otis grows older, this may prove to be their last holiday season as a duo.
Directed by Travis Wood
Executive Produced by Lena Waithe, Rishi Tajani, Doménica Castro, Constanza Castro, & Natasha Wellseley
Produced by Kiah Clingman & Gabriela Arp
“Sour peaches” 2022 election campaign promo Shoot
A story of when ordinary people decide to take action against life’s unfortunate and extraordinary circumstances
Executive Produced by OnSet x KiahCan Productions
Produced By: Kiah Clingman & Jhaneal Hector
Directed By: Elisse St Preux
“BLACK BUTTERFLIES” the short film
When a woman becomes haunted by her sister's ailing health, she enters a real-life nightmare & must fight to be heard as her condition deteriorates. This timely story tackles the horrifying maternal mortality disparity amongst WOC, while showcasing the vulnerability, love & duplicity of Black women.
Directed by Tamara S. Hall
Produced by Kiah/KiahCan and A Flower in the Fire Productions
"hiv: living positively" youtube originals pilot
Bear Witness Take Action 3 is a Documentary series where Black YouTube Content Creators share their personal stories on race, culture, and general matters in each lifestyle.
In this Pilot Episode, “Disclosure, Dating, and Doing It”produced in conjunction with Hoorae, Justin James sheds light to the topic of HIV by expressing the importance of individuals who struggle to live in the Black and Queer society because of barriers to care, shame, and stigma. He hosts the roundtable discussion with Dominique Jackson, George M. Johnson, Byron Jamal, Chef M, Marnina Miller and Kia LaBeija.
Segment Producer/Story Producer: Kiah Clingman
"Outlandish" web series
This comedy web series focuses on the unusual, yet tight-knit friendship of three young women, from completely diverse backgrounds, who must find a way to make it through some of life's most outlandish moments.
Directed by Ariel Julia Hairston
Produced by Kiah/KiahCan
"once an addict" spec Music Video
J. Cole - Once an Addict (Interlude) Starring CJ Sykes, Samari Robinson, & Dani Deetè
Directed by Kosh / The YES Life
Produced by Kiah/ KiahCan
Music rights: UMG (on behalf of J. Cole P&D); Create Music Publishing, Warner Chappell, UBEM, and 6 Music Rights Societies
“Outgraded” the short film
A young man in love suffers a series of unfortunate events as he prepares for the biggest night of his life.
Directed by Jarrett Michael Collins
Written by CJ Sykes
Produced by Kiah/KiahCan and StayRed Productions
“eavesdropping on the elders” the short film
A girl is unknowingly challenged with the task of bridging the gap between 2 generations. With a little help from her father, she's forced into another world where she's confronted with lessons from the past.
Directed by Kiah Clingman and Robinson Vil
Written by Kiah Clingman and CJ Sykes
Produced by Kiah/KiahCan
“Now What?” the short film
Two young women must figure out what to do next after a mischievous act of love causes their house to burn down.
Directed and Written by Ariel Julia Hairston
Produced by Kiah/KiahCan
“HARD DRIVE” the Series
After a chance encounter with a free-spirited passenger, ride-share driver and college student Candace Carter is inspired to recruit her best friend and coding partner, Trent Davis, into a life of cyber-crime with the creation of their own ride-share app - '“Rider”.
Produced by KiahCan Productions and Pathway Cinemas
Created by: Cherie Antoinette
“plucked” the short film
A regular day in the coffee shop takes an unexpected turn when Andrew is asked a favor from a stranger.
Directed and Written by Andrew Brown
Produced by Kiah/KiahCan
“VAVA VOOM” Feature Film
Upon opening the doors to her makeshift waxing studio, recently fired Kimberly Fox finds that she’s not the only one one struggling to get her vavavoom back while cluelessly navigating her career, relationships, and femininity amidst a tough economy. Set against the gritty sweetness of a southern metropolis and flowing over perfectly curated, mood-matching sounds, VAVAVOOM tells the provocative story of a bootstrapping entrepreneur and follows the lives of her wildly diverse, heartwarmingly loyal clientele.
“taste of the mecca”
A half-hour dramedy that follows an awkward black boy struggling to find love and his identity while trying to fit it in at his HBCU. The show is about being young, gifted and black. It will be a visual soundtrack to the lives of Black youth. We aim to have a lasting impact and create an enormous buzz within the culture.
Directed By: Tevin Scott
Produced By: Kiah Clingman, Phoenix Williamson, Vondell Burns
“CENTERFOLD”
While Anali struggles to maintain her control, Jaxon and Dina are forced to decide whether the quality of their relationship with Anali exceeds its new quantity. "Centerfold" is a short film that explores vulnerability often grown out of love, while challenging the hold it has on us all.
Directed By: Ariel Julia Hairston
Produced By: Kiah/KiahCan