Telling Stories That Matter
About Cold Collaborative
Cold Collaborative pursues stories centered around adventure and conservation because we believe that life is lived better outside. What sets Cold Collab apart from other production companies is our unwillingness to compromise this ethos. As filmmakers, we seek high cinematic value with the use of a RED & CANON platform, using a mixture of Verite and dynamic movement. Cold Collab’s minimal approach has the ability to engage in stories in a way that provides unique authenticity and moments of raw value.
We work with brands and agencies around the world including BBC, Netflix, PBS Nature, Mazda, Lifetime, Sitka Gear, Red Bull, YETI, Simms, Orvis, Smith Optics, Mathews Archery,Orange Seal and more.
Shannon Vandivier
Founder & Director
Austin born and raised, Shannon Vandivier has grown up with a camera in his hand. Son of a professional freelance photographer, Shannon has brought techniques learned from an early age into his videography today as a director, editor, and cinematographer. He founded Cold Collaborative in 2015 with the desire to focus on stories that engage us on an intrinsic human level.
Bowen Parrish
Story Producer & Cinematographer
Born in Indonesia, Bowen Parrish moved to Austin at 7 years old, later graduating from University of Texas as an RTF major. He brings a new and diverse perspective to every project. Calling himself an idealist, Bowen believes that telling the right stories can change the world. He joined Cold Collaborative in 2016.
Blake Campbell
Editor
An editor based out of Durango, CO, Blake has been working with Cold Collaborative since their first film, Place of Peace, in 2017. He’s worked with titans in the outdoor industry and brings each projects to new heights in post production.
Katie Rose Gurkin
Producer
Katie Rose is a born storyteller, captivated by nature and the human spirit since childhood. Her journey has led her from touring with bands as a live music photographer to documenting the Earth’s untouched landscapes for eco-tourism initiatives. With a career spanning writing, photojournalism, and design, she communicates the essence of our planet's beauty and the resilience of its wildlife and communities. Katie Rose holds a Bachelor's in Business Marketing from CU Boulder, a Master's in Communication Design from Pratt Institute, and a certificate from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts in Film & TV Industry.