Staff

CALVIN SIMMONS
Creative Director
Calvin started as an editor, grew to a director, and eventually earned his shot as a show runner on national broadcast and cable television series. He’s worked with major stars including Jamie Foxx, Simon Cowell, Tyra Banks, Dr. Phil, Judge Mathis, Hulk Hogan, and Howie Mandel, just to name a few. He’s delivered TV shows documenting hit musicians Sheryl Crow, Metallica, Clay Aiken, The Dixie Chicks, Lisa Marie Presley and Ja Rule. From shiny floor game shows to documentary films for National Geographic, Calvin has told a myriad of stories. Cal’s philosophy is simple. Whether you’re trying to find America’s Next Top Model, or direct a sales force to reengage dormant customers, it’s imperative you know your audience and how to speak their truth. Unfortunately, Cal has spent the last two and a half decades accepting the truth that the Dallas Cowboys may never win another Super Bowl. (Yes, he knows some of you are cheering out there.)

SARA SCALA
Co-Executive Producer
Known around Shout Creative as the “story ninja,” Sara has produced unscripted and documentary programming, advertising, promotion, branded content, social media and mass scale corporate communications for clients up and down the Eastern seaboard. She’s drawn up the stories behind the tattoos on “Miami Ink” and shared their personal lives, even witnessing a water birth. She’s explored Miami’s marshy terrain on “Swamp Wars” and even chased hurricanes for “Hurricane Hunters”. She ran the story and post production departments for hit shows on Animal Planet, Food Network, HGTV, DIY, Travel Channel, Bravo, VH1, GAC, and CMT. Sara scrutinizes every element of story that Shout Creative delivers; from global brand messaging to documentary films. In her spare time, Sara dreams about puppies. Lots of puppies.

JOHN SCHAUB
Senior Designer
John is an animator — meaning he makes the pretty pictures move. John has been driving design at Shout Creative for several years. Perhaps what’s most special about his mind for design is how multi-talented he is. As a producer, director and editor, he brings a holistic approach to design principles. John has worked on programming for MTV, VH1, TLC, and CMT. Off duty, he enjoys spending time with his wonderful wife, children, and their dog, Andy. And yes, he realizes “Andy” is a funny name for a dog.

CHAD ANNESS
Supervising Editor, Colorist
Chad is an Emmy nominated editor/colorist who has cut TV shows, Live Concert Events, TV Specials, Commercials, and corporate content. His work has appeared on ABC, FOX, Disney, National Geographic, Bravo, History Channel, Travel Channel, VH1, MTV, CMT, HSN and many more. Chad is also an avid urban farmer, producing local produce for local restaurants. Calvin calls him “Bibb”, and it ain’t just because he grows the best Bibb lettuce in Florida!

