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Media Kit
Downloadable overview with project descriptions, selected credits, company background, and key links.
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Media kit, bio, and press contact.
This page collects the practical materials needed for interviews, podcast appearances, event pages, quotes, background, and press coverage.
Bio
Short Bio
A concise biography for event pages, podcast notes, introductions, and press references.
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Headshot
Approved headshot and portrait assets for podcast appearances, articles, events, and press coverage.
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Company Background
Background on Hot Rod Cameras, Betty Lights, The CinePod, and Production Futures.
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For interviews, quotes, appearances, and media requests.
Use the contact form and select the inquiry type that best matches your request. Include your deadline in the subject line when timing matters.
Routing
General Press
Use the contact form and select Press / Media.
Podcast Requests
Use the contact form and select The CinePod or Speaking / Interviews.
Betty Lights
Use the contact form and select Betty Lights.
Hot Rod Cameras
Use the contact form and select Hot Rod Cameras.
Boilerplate
Illya Friedman
Illya Friedman is the founder of Hot Rod Cameras, inventor of Betty Luminous Reflectors, producer, and host of The Cinematography Podcast.
Hot Rod Cameras
Hot Rod Cameras is a cinema technology company focused on consultative sales, production support, studio builds, and practical filmmaking systems.
Betty Lights
Betty Luminous Reflectors are reflected-light tools made in Portland for filmmakers, photographers, educators, and production teams.
The CinePod
The CinePod features long-form conversations with cinematographers, directors, craftspeople, and image-makers about the work behind the image.