Introduction
This campaign is meant to raise funds for Madame Ki’s “Despojo” Music Video, produced and shot right in the heart of Miami, Fl. The vision for the video is a rococo themed quinceanera gone wrong due to petty rivalries and the ‘patriarchies’ subconscious role in fueling femme quarrels. Madame Ki acts as a narrator throughout the party and ‘Despojo’ Scene as the ladies of her court are cleansed of their ‘Mal de Ojo’ or bad JuJu so to speak.
Being the second self produced and directed Music Video by Madame Ki, a.k.a. Kiele Cabrera (preceding her debut Afiladora Music video); This time around, Ki has brought together a group of extremely talented artists and filmmakers in order to bring this quinceanera fantasy to life!
Madame Ki’s First Music Video, 'Afiladora'
The Production Team
Kiele Alessandra Cabrera
Songwriter/Director/EP/Art Director
Since entering the film/television and music industry in 2018, Kiele has coordinated festivals and events for the Non-Profit organization Filmgate Miami. Kiele Was signed to the Green Agency and started acting in commercials for Ford, Nissan, Xfinity, Postmates, Telemundo, and Univision, among others. She has produced and been casted in several Borscht Co. short films: a non-profit film production company endorsed by the Knight Foundation and highly recognized by the Sundance Institute. Kiele’s work with Borscht has been featured in the Sun Sentinel and Miami New Times, and Miami Film Festival.
Her first single "Afiladora" was released July 2019 and since then she has performed and collaborated with the Strange Bass DJ collective, OG Yung Simmie, Otto Von Schirach and the Bermuda Triangle Family, Afro Beta, Desloc Piccalo, etc.
Tracey Peterson
Line Producer/ Production Coordinator
Tracey Peterson is an African-American writer/producer based in Ft Lauderdale, FL. Tracey has worked in sports, television, and the film industry since 2017 working alongside global brands such as ESPN, NFL, ITV, and many more. Tracey has a diverse list of credits that include documentaries, short films, and music videos.
Jose Gayoso
Cinematographer/DP/ Post-production CC
Jose Gayoso is an independent colorist, cinematographer and camera operator based in Miami, Fl. With extensive study of cinematography, software, and hardware he’s been able to take his skills to many projects including 8 short films made at Miami Dade College two of which went to festivals to go on and win awards in their respective categories.
Jose began his career as a cinematographer at Miami Dade College where he obtained a Bachelors in Film Production before transitioning into short films and music videos. He began to move more into coloring when his professor showed him the schools coloring suite to bring their work to life.
For him, it’s all about helping the story teller achieve that “look” he/she is going for. Whether it’s nit picking very finite detail in the Davinci Resolve or asking to be on set to make sure the tone and emotion we are going for is gonna be achieved. Jose is adherent on being organized, collaboration, pre-visualization, and planning so that the story we are trying to deliver impacts an audience in the way we visualized it.
Christopher Duarte
Cinematographer/DP/Talent
A native of Miami, FL, Chris Duarte works in the film industry as a director, cinematographer, editor, gaffer, and producer. His work has garnered attention from various organizations and has resulted in winning several honors.
Francesca Roger
Editor/Producer/Talent
My name is Francesca Roger and I am an overall multifaceted creative. I started my journey when I was at the age of 12 editing on windows movie maker and stealing my parents phones to record myself creating any wild ideas I have in my head. I am now an editor and social media manager for HGAB Studios and in the process of filming my next short film. I believe my purpose in life as a creative is to help others bring their message to life in the form of art.
Carla de Jesus Jerez and J Aaron Byrnes
Producer(s)/ Art/ Wardrobe/Talent
Carla de Jesus Jerez and J Aaron Byrnes are a visual art and filmmaking duo based in Miami, FL. They work together to create their own props, costumes, and sets for their video pieces which deal with themes of queer/femme identity, ritual magick, glamour, and cinematic illusion.
Hair and Makeup/Talent
Andreana Beheit
My name is Andreana Beheit (Andy for short), 23 yrs on this planet, born and raised here in Miami,FL.
I’ve always grown up in a creative environment and always adored fashion and makeup. For the past 4 years I have been beauty/SFX MUA . I love to bring a sense of wonder and fantasy to my work and hope to inspire others to create.
Hair and Makeup
Emily Christine Loureiro
My name in Emily Christine Loureiro, I am a nursing student and aspiring makeup artist. I am 20 years of age and am based in Miami, Fl. Makeup and body paint is my outlet to shine light on important topics that I hold near and dear to my heart as well as to uplift those around me and make them feel their true beauty!
Production Assistant/Talent
Adrian De Armas
Adrian De Armas is an Actor, Writer, Director, Artist, and Musician. He’s been a working actor since 2015 having shot Award-Winning Films, a couple of guest-star roles in TV Series, Commercials, Music Videos, Print-work, and also working on different parts of the production side. He is experienced with both sides of the production process on or off the camera and was a part of the production team for Madame Ki’s ”Despojo” shoot.
THE MODELS
Every model who participated in the Despojo shoot brought their own unique kind of natural feminine beauty. It was Ki's goal to have as much representation as possible, highlighting the diversity that Miami has to offer. For more info on each of the models, check out their social media below:
Lizzie Toledo: @27percentbattery
Francesca Roger: @_franny_
Andreana Beheit: @_andythedreamer_
Barbara Herrera: @bibra_har
Stacy Melendez: @stacy_mInds
Carla Jerez: @teetertats
Anaregina Frias: @theadventuregirl_
Morgan Morgan: @CordialVenom
Natalie Dechime: @personatalie._
The Impact
Every penny raised will be going towards the following aspects of the production process including:
Camera equipment
- Zeiss cinema lens
- Manfrotto MK290LTA3-BHUS 290 Light Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head
- Monitors
- Rigs
Lighting equipment
Stage set
- Backdrop
- Drapes
- Wooden frames
- Art props
- Chairs
- Tables
- cake
Studio rental Catering on set
Wardrobe & alterations
Post production
Color Correction
After Effects
compensating talented Miami-based creatives for their passion and hard work! <3
It is clear that there is a community of people behind this project and it is an honor to give such a group of artists a platform to express their talents. This project is also a Miami-centric initiative, with every crew and cast member coming out of Miami-Dade and having a true understanding of the cultural implications behind this Song and Music Video.
By contributing to this campaign, you too are becoming a vital part of the process, and we need you too because it is clear that bringing a contemporary Rococo Quinceañera is no easy feat!