OUR TEAM
STONEGATE STUDIOS is a full service production company from start to finish. We take an idea and run with it, handling every aspect of a project from writing to delivery while working with businesses both small and large. With a vast array of in-house production equipment and creative direction, we always deliver with the highest of standards on every project we tackle in a timely and efficient manner.
Body of work includes TV shows that have aired on both a local and national level, full-length feature films, music videos, live events, commercials, webisodes and corporate videos.
TONY COLAPIETRO - FOUNDER & SR. PRODUCER
Tony Colapietro is a 7-time Emmy nominated video producer who specializes in the home, lifestyle, music and travel categories. Tony is also an award-winning director of photography for his advertising work. Founder of Stonegate Studios™, he collaborates with clients to create outstanding programming for local and national audiences.
LUIS RAMOS - SR. ART DIRECTOR
Luis brings fifteen years of experience in the advertising industry. He has worked as a Sr. Art Director at top notch agencies in his native Puerto Rico and in Connecticut for the last four years, specializing in the Multicultural market.
CHRIS PANTON - WRITER, PRODUCER & EDITOR
4-time Emmy Award Nominated Producer, Writer, and Editor, Chris has worked on everything from 30 second commericals to full-length feature films. His work has aired both locally and nationally on networks such as FOX, NBC, Syfy, USA, and ESPN.
NICK PETRONE - CAMERA OPERATOR
Inspired from watching films to making films Nick has always had an interest in the video industry. Whether it’s editing or being a camera operator he’s constantly trying to get his hands on all aspects of the behind the scenes world of filmmaking.
ATOM MAROTTE - LIGHTING & GRIP
After finishing a successful and exciting six year run as a US Air Force Munitions Specialist, Atom decided to retire the uniform and set his sights on the film industry in New England.
JIM PURCHASE - LIGHTING & GRIP
Jim’s passion for the industry stems from his love of movies. After spending much of his youth studding multi-media and television productions he received an opportunity to try his hand out on the set of an independent film. Jim began to see his passion for movies turning into a career.
Speciallizing in Feature Films - Music Videos - Commercials - Corporate Video - Television Programming - Web Content - DVD Authoring - Visual FX