Core Values:
Honesty and integrity are the foundation of our core values. Everything we do comes from this place. Communication is vitally important in our work. We listen to our customer’s needs, collaborate to find creative solutions that add value, and then exceed expectations. This allows us to create win/win relationships that provide lasting benefits for us all. We believe that good things happen to good people doing good work. Contact Us Today!
Robert Calder – Owner, Creator, Producer, Director
Robert created Zodiac Studios in 2001 to encourage a creative place for the development and production of motion pictures, episodic shows, and other new media content. Zodiac Studio has earned a robust corporate division that produces live streaming events and capture/records for a diverse clientele that demand excellence. Zodiac Studios has established itself as a leader in live digital broadcasting and A/V Event Production in Central Texas. Robert is known for his technical expertise, inventory of the latest equipment and his creative directing of shows and events. Under his leadership, Zodiac Studios has produced a number of feature films, documentaries and provides a fertile training ground for aspiring directors, producers and editors. Robert is the Co-founder and Producer/Director of Austin Music Live and has technical directed major music shows including: Other Voices, Amazon (with Blue October), Willie Nelson’s Picnic, Austin 360 Amphitheatre and SXSW 2017 Radio Stage hosted by VuHaus.
David Christopher – Creator, Producer, Business Development, Talent
David is an entrepreneur with a diverse background in entertainment and business. David trained at the famed Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theatre in NYC and is an award winning actor. He has produced multiple short films and live digital broadcasts, and is shopping his first feature film, The Seed . David was a part of the Grand Jury Award nominated documentary, Holy Hell , at the Sundance Film Festival 2016. David is the Co-founder/Producer/Host of Austin Music Live , a live music show for digital television that features the best of the Austin music scene. David has an has an extensive background in production, marketing and business development. David developed and is producing “Triple Life’, a scripted television series currently being shopped and he developed, produced and is starring in the short film “Magnificent Beast’’ which is now winning multiple awards on the 2021 festival circuit.
Manny Cajigas – Production Manager/Technical Director
Manny has had a life-long passion for photography. He graduated from Texas State University with a BFA in Digital Photographic Imaging in 2010. After seven years working as a freelance photographer, Manny joined the Zodiac team in 2017. Manny is now utilizing all of his skills incorporating still photography, videography and live video production. Manny has taken on many roles with Zodiac including: Camera op, Technical Director and Instant Replay Operator for sporting events. Over the past two years Manny has grown into the role of Production Manager/Technical Director for Zodiac Studios.