Who We Are
Whether you need a commercial, a marketing, training or music video, narrative film or documentary, StudioChunky is fully equipped. The ChunkyTeam are writers, directors, cinematographers, art directors, sound designers, music composers, animators and editors. The ChunkyTeam works closely with you through every step of production.
Owner, President
Kristen Cobbs
As Owner and President, Kristen is responsible for strategic planning, financial decision making, and business development. Her career began in Los Angeles with architect Frank Gehry during the creation of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain. Kristen then attended the University of Paris where she earned master’s degrees in French and Art History. Since she’s returned to the U.S., Kristen has worked for the Ansel Adams Trust overseeing the usage and creative rights of the photographer’s works, curated for auctioneers Butterfield and Butterfield, and worked for Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art during its formation, development, and opening. Kristen’s unique background combining visual arts and the business of creativity make StudioChunky a vibrant company and a great place to work.
Senior Producer
Barry Cobbs
Barry Cobbs is a Writer, Director, and Producer of film and television. He began his career at 20th Century Fox Television on shows including In Living Color, King Koopa, and The Arsenio Hall Show for Fox, Three Blind Dates for MTV, Mama's Family and Hollywood Squares in syndication, and Double Dare for Nickelodeon. Barry’s Producing credits include Totally Hidden Video for Warner Television, pilots, and specials for NBC Productions, TV.COM for USA, CNET Central for CNBC, and concert broadcasts of The Zac Brown Band, Blink 182, Gym Class Heroes, My Morning Jacket, and KISS for AT&T. StudioChunky is a proud sponsor of the Rogers Short Film Festival, where Elizabeth McCurdy and Barry serve as Co-Directors.
Director of Photography
Luke Braswell
Luke graduated from Oklahoma State University, where he studied photography and cinema technologies. While in school he studied various forms of lighting for both photographic and cinematic application. His talent earned him a Teaching Assistantship in which he taught undergraduate courses in lighting and camera techniques. After graduating, Luke moved into marketing and commercial production as Director of Photography. Beginning with projects for HILTI and Hard Rock Casino, Luke’s client list has grown to include The University of Arkansas, BOA, Sam’s Club, UNX, and Synchrony Financial. Luke is director of both still photography and cinematography.
Editor
Nathan Roberts
Nathan Roberts is a videographer, editor, husband, first-time father, and proud resident of Bentonville. Although a Southern California native, Nathan, and his wife quickly fell in love with the area, and within a short time of living here, have adapted to calling Northwest Arkansas "home." He loves exploring the local trails and the culinary scene. While living in California, Nathan obtained both a bachelor's and master's degree and worked in a variety of creative roles, the most recent of which was in the music performance industry. With his undergraduate degree in communications and a background in music, Nathan understands the complex integration of imagery and sound design that makes for a compelling and entertaining film. As Editor at StudioChunky, Nathan brings the rhythm, pace, continuity, and final polish to all of our productions.
Production Manager
Drew Chamberlain
Drew is the Production Manager at StudioChunky. He graduated from the University of Arkansas with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and Multimedia Production. He is an EMMY award-winning journalist and award-winning documentary filmmaker. He strives to tell meaningful stories that transcend audience expectations. Drew has worked on various feature films and commercial shoots around Northwest Arkansas. Starting as a production assistant at StudioChunky, Drew climbed the ranks to Production Manager where he oversees the daily operations of the company. With a customer-service-driven spirit and an industrious workflow, he brings a funky and fresh feel to every project.