ABOUT
Our mission is to produce content that resonates with viewers, regardless of scale, resources and ability. From creating the overall strategy, to organizing and executing the shoot, to managing the multifaceted post-production process, we ensure our clients’ projects are seamless from start to finish.
Whether you’re starting with a vague idea or a fully-fleshed out concept, Fishtown Films can bring your vision to life. If you have an upcoming project, get in touch today so we can work together.
AUSTIN ELSTON,
DIRECTOR + WRITER
A director and writer, Austin co-founded Fishtown Films with the vision of creating a company that focuses on art, collaboration and sustainability. Austin began his film career while at University College Dublin, where he earned his Masters in Film. Over his fifteen year career, his work has won multiple awards for direction. Visual Literacy, turning words into images, continues to fuel his work.
EMILY GALLAGHER,
CINEMATOGRAPHER + EDITOR
Emily is a cinematographer and editor who earned her Masters in Film at University College Dublin, Ireland.
Emily's passion and respect for the planet has driven her to create the first zero waste film studio. Her mission is to tell inclusive stories while showcasing a new style of filmmaking, one that is significantly less wasteful than the norm. With extensive film experience under her belt, Emily has a unique perspective that she brings to both the lens and the editing suite.
FILMOGRAPHY
CITYWIDE
2022
The First Zero Waste Movie
a punk rock, romantic comedy
all about one wild night in Philadelphia.
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SELF TAPE
2020
Official Selection at
Venice Shorts
Prague International Film Festival
QFlix Festival
Panorama International Indie Film Festival
Honorable Mention at
London Short Film Festival
HUMAN CANNONBALL
2014
Best Music Video, New York City Independent Film Festival, 2016
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Best Music Video, Telly Awards, 2014
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STRANGE AS ANGELS
2018
Official Selection at
Berlin's Final Girls Festival, 2018
LITTLE GHOST
2023
Official Music Video
Kayleigh Goldsworthy
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
2007
Filmed and Edited the first season of Geo Sessions, a National Geographic episodic television show featuring interviews and live music of world musicians. K'Naan, Ben Harper and Gogo Bordello are some of the musicians featured in the television program.
REED + POLLY AWARDS
2022, 2020, 2018, 2016, 2014,
2012, 2010
Campaigns and Elections Award Winners for
Best Advocacy Videos, 2018
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KYOTCS SOCIAL MEDIA VIDEO CAMPAIGN
2017 - 19
PR Daily GRAND PRIZE Best Social Media Campaign of 2018
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PR News Award Winner for Cause Related Marketing, 2018
PR News Award Winner for On A Shoestring Budget, 2018
PR News Honorable Mention for WOW! Award, 2018
PR News Honorable Mention for Influencer Communications, 2018
