The Board
Meet the creative leaders of AnteaterTV
4th Year Psychological Science Major
Interests: Street photography. Laughing along with friends. Cat videos on Instagram. Drinking/making matcha lattes. One Piece. Polar bears. Fantasy football. Udon noodles. Art museums. Christopher Nolan movies. Dr Pepper.
“My favorite AnteaterTV memory is from the End of the Year banquet, because a lot more people showed up than I expected. It gave me a lot of hope for the future and reminded me that this is a family I care about”
Isaac Yang
Director of Productions
4th Year Business Administration Major and Film and Media Studies Minor
Interests: I’m a huge food connoisseur and have always wanted to have my own food review social media account. I’m also a big music nerd and always challenge myself to listen to something new everyday (except country – sorry). In my free time I also love to hangout with friends or visit my family as much as I possibly can!
“My favorite memory from ATV was our karaoke social we hosted last year. It was fun to hangout with ATV people outside of a school setting and really helped to build stronger bonds between all members!”
Harrison Lopez
President
4th Year Film and Media Studies Major
Interests: My hobby is waiting for One Direction to come back, going out to eat with whatever broke college student money I have, playing Valorant or any games with my friends, and just going out and be active. I am also a freelance photographer
Favorite Memories: ATV Karaoke last spring & ATV Board Photoshoot this fall
Donna Wong
Director of External Affairs
4th Year Film and Media Studies
Interests: Basketball, Warriors Fan, Professional Capper, RnB, Soul, and Blues enjoyer
“Fave memory is DPing my first episode for Apolla Greek Grill. I got to have more creative input into the episode and I thought the shots turned out well. It was rewarding. I like ATV cause its like a family to me and just a great place to have some on-set experience and network”
Arthur Elman
Director of HotSpots
2nd Year Earth System Science Major
Interests: I’m a big foodie that also loves to bake! To unwinds I like reading cutesy romances, doing puzzles, and watching video essays on niche topics!
Fav memory: Singing with everyone at the ATV karaoke social was definitely one of the highlights of my first year! It was so great to just be silly with everyone and not have to worry about school. I’m really looking forward to making more connections at our future socials!
Gia Marbella
Producer of HotSpots
3rd Year Film and Media Studies and Literary Journalism Major
Interests: Adores photography, video production, and journalism. A big concert junkie and collects posters from tours. Loves Letterboxd, coffee shops, and thrifting. Has a photo business and a production company with her 2 HS besties!
Favorite ATV Memory: My first year at an ATV social in UTC, I met Lauryn Nakamura, who invited my friend and I to KBBQ that night with her 2 roomies at the time. Because of ATV, I got to meet Lauryn who I now consider one of my big sisters from UCI — and that’s what I love about this community. While you get to make amazing projects, you also get to meet people who can positively influence your personal or work life like Lauryn has done for me.
Therese Lagrimas
Director of Zot Sessions
4th Year Film and Media Studies Major
Interests: I enjoy reading a lot, I feel like if I’m really into whatever I’m reading I’ll get through multiple books in a week. Otherwise it might take me a few days just to get through a chapter or two. Also really enjoy writing! It’s what I’d love to do one day: write films for the big screen 🙂
“My favorite club memories are from being on set whenever I was able to as a producer last year but especially as an intern the year before! My favorite sets were the music videos I got to crew for as an intern”
Michela Raneri
Producer of Zot Sessions
3rd Year Film and Media Studies Major
Prior to my current position I was a production intern for the team from Fall 2022 to Spring 2023. I took the idea of making the most of an organization that has the ability to pursue my passions and grow as a creator.
Ella Fried
Director of Campus Life
3rd Year Film and Media Studies
Interests: I am passionate about cars and basketball. I am from Southern California and enjoy physical activities such as biking, weightlifting, and swimming. In my free time, I like to watch stand-up comedy, such as the Kill Tony show, and watch films. I’m also interested in creating my own content, including writing scripts, shooting short films, and improving my photography skills. Some of my favorite artists include Noah Kahan, Zach Bryan, Ivan Cornejo, Montell Fish, David Kushner, and Deftones
“I like ATV because it’s for the student by the students”
Jonathan Vigil
Producer of Campus Life
3rd Year Human Biology Major
Interests: I love all kinds of arts and crafts, but especially drawing, ceramics, and jewelry making
“I love being able to express myself on camera, and working with everyone to create collaborative projects is always fun. My favorite club memory is being on set for our hotspots episode featuring Apola Greek Grill; the food was fantastic, and the entire crew was able to try something. The co-owner was also really nice!”
Leilani Konatsu
Social Chair
4th Year Business Economics Major
Interests: Videography, Aviation, Volleyball, and Videogames!
“Organizing the end of the year gala would probably be my favorite memory! ATV is a great space to grow and meet people in the filmmaking industry. Truly a welcoming community with people from many different backgrounds that are unified under their love for filmmaking and storytelling”
Haohan (Howie) Wang
Finance Director
2nd Year Film and Media Studies
Interests: I like watching videogames on Twitch, taking care of my turtles and fish-keeping. I am also a big fan of psychological thrillers, especially the ones made by Satoshi Kon.
“I really enjoy ATV because it has helped me try new things such as PA on set, meet all kinds of amazing and wonderful people, and have a lot of fun along the way! My favorite memory was eating the food on the Cir Lounge Set after filming!”