Yanni

How did you get into the industry?

My grandmother handed me a camera when I was a kid. I got a degree in film, communications and psychology. After college, I worked my way from ticketing at a movie theatre to working as a director of photography.

What inspires you?

Story.

What is your hometown?

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Favorite restaurant?

Colita

What do you like to do on the weekends?

Spending time with family and friends. Playing golf or hockey, and enjoying the outdoors.

What is your favorite band or type of music?

At the moment, The 1975.

What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given?

Don't be afraid of the dark.

What book, movie read/seen recently you would recommend and why?

Vagrant Viking by Peter Freuchen. Peter's ability to find happiness living in the arctic is inspiring.

Are you a traveler or a homebody? Why?

Work prompts quite a bit of travel so when I'm home, there's nothing better.