Hey, my name is Roland L Carter, II I am a Producer, Director, and Sometimes Writer born and raised in Atlanta, Ga. I had a really bad and I mean really bad break up. After the break up I made a lot of questionable choices, overworked myself, went to the gym, and watched Insecure and Atlanta A LOT. This led to me writing a show about my break-up and all the things I did. Instead of going to therapy first then start writing. After going to speak to someone it helps me change this show from a depressed man sitting in his self-pity. To a series that follows a man's growth to show that it's okay to take a soft route and heal and still be a man.

THE STORY

The show is called SOFt!!!!!!! A story that follows our Protagonists Russel Myers aka RUSS and his two friends DEXTER and KATRINA as they go through their late 20s in these Atlanta streets. They are trying to balance their work life, social life, and friendship with each other since they all share one house.

Like I said I first wrote this story after me and my ex broke up in 2023 to let out all of my feelings about the relationship, myself, and her. After a few rewrites with our lead writer and producer Devin Williams. The story turned into a whole series that made our team laugh, cry, and feel for our trio. Because we all can relate to something that they all are going through. Devin and I have planned 3 seasons of SOFT with 6 episodes for each season.

Season 1 focuses on Russ's journey to building himself up from the worst time of his life, Dexter is trying to redeem himself in the eyes of his family so he can move forward in his career. Finally, Katrina is going to host her first art show she is struggling to find a solid investor. We chose to shoot the pilot episode Which is shy of 22 pages. Named: "Dear Me," This episode is the introduction to our trio and they get invited to an art show/housewarming party. Where our surprise is waiting for them.

MEET OUR CAST

Russ is a new bachelor in Atlanta. To Russ, he thinks he is the last of the true ATLiens still in Georgia. He is an open-minded, sensitive, overthinker who goes after that everyone wants him. He is rebuilding his life back after his broken engagement and losing his job all in the same month.

Dexter Parker is one of Russ's best friends. He is an up-and-coming chef in the Atlanta food scene. He dreams of opening up a restaurant that is better than the family restaurant he grew up in. He is an awkward, corky, sarcastic guy. He moved to Atlanta from New York when he was younger but has been in Atlanta for the majority of his life. 

Katrina Waters is another one of Russ’s best friends. She is a trainer who doubles as an artist/photographer when she is not at work. She is inspired to be one of the most impactful artists of her generation. Katrina is a headstrong, goal-oriented woman who is not afraid to speak her mind. She moved here from California around her freshman year of high school.

Meet The Team

Producer Team:

We are three friends from High school who came together to create amazing Films. We started with a web series in 2018 "WOODLIN". A story that follows 4 college students who discover a scandal that turns into a larger issue for their little town. Since that project, we have taken time to better our skills as filmmakers and photographers. 

Devin has worked in the film industry since 2018 starting as a Set and office PA working with Tammy Dele Films and Inertia Films. This led him to work with clients like Fox, ABC, Disney and Warner Brothers. He made his way up to working as a Grip, Gaffer, and Camera Operator and will be using that knowledge to bring his stories to life.

Roland L Carter, II is a Producer and Director born and raised in Atlanta, GA. He comes from a creative collective known as Chinn Dynasty. Where he focused on artist management and film production. After stepping aside from the company he started focusing more on the film side of his career. He went to get his degree In sound for television and Certification with the Georgia Film Academy. Where he became a set dresser and worked on movies like: "PRAISE THIS" and "Slumber Party".

While in college Roland made his 1st Web Series called "The Real Scholars" which was later called "WOODLIN". Roland has then worked for many household names such as ESPN, Marvel Studios, PGA Hope, and many more. He has produced many of his projects that he is gearing to put in film competitions and streaming services.

Since the strike, Roland has moved on to assistant directing and Producing such as Glide, Big Forin, Question That Needs Answers, and many other films. He has shown he can help at any position and grow a project.

Khadijah Cantrell is a native of Atlanta, Georgia who's always had a passion for all things creative. From a very young age, Khadijah knew that she wanted to see her name on the big screen. After finding her passion for film and broadcast television in high school, Khadijah went on to attend Kennesaw State University where she received her Bachelor's in Media and Entertainment studies in hopes of becoming multifaceted as a Director, Producer, Editor, Content Creator, and possibly an Actress.

Khandid Productions was born out of the passion for Further Visions Through Creativity. Khandid's initial conception came about in 2019 after the owner, Khadijah Cantrell, had taken a script writing class with a very influential teacher. A year later, Khandid got its start-up as an up-and-coming production company currently specializing in photography and videography services.

Business owner Khadijah Cantrell plans to take her business worldwide in hopes of inspiring and invoking the creative within.

Since Glide Roland, Devin, And Khadijah have met a lot of different people that they are bringing on to their to help make their different projects happen in the coming years, from production companies, ADs, Cameras, Wardrobes, and Grips.

Tina McCoy-Mitchell is an Atlanta actor, director, and writer from Meridian, Mississippi. Her passion for filmmaking was ignited in 2018 when she and her partner first got a camera and began making short films. 

In 2020, she co-founded Brayvhouse, an Atlanta production company that specializes in narrative filmmaking and creating ad experiences for businesses.

Currently, she and Kaleb are developing “Westwood,” a project they have been diligently writing and preparing for production.  

Tina’s talents and dedication to her craft have established her as a rising star in Atlanta’s creative community. Her work continues to inspire and resonate with audiences, reflecting her commitment to authentic and engaging storytelling.

Kaleb Mitchell is an Atlanta-based actor, dancer, and stunt performer originally from Louisiana. He relocated to Atlanta in 2016 to pursue a career in film, television, and theater. Kaleb’s work spans a variety of projects, including a role in The Family Plan (2023) and notable appearances in national commercials such as the American Beverage Association’s “Made to Be Remade” campaign and a Home Depot ad.

In response to the challenges posed by the pandemic, Kaleb and his partner, Tina McCoy-Mitchell, co-founded BRAYVHOUSE, an Atlanta-based video production company. Specializing in narrative films, industrial commercials, and brand videos, BRAYVHOUSE offers a full range of services from pre-production to post-production. Kaleb serves as a producer, editor, and colorist for the company, bringing his creative vision to every project. 

Assistant Director Team:

Max Erin James is a Midwestern native with a passion in serving and giving a voice for the underrepresented, dedicated to crafting compelling narratives, demonstrating his deep love for storytelling to spark ideas and build meaningful connections with the audience.

Motivated by the belief that representation matters, Max Erin focuses on creating rich and diverse characters of color while crafting diverse worlds BIPOCs are seldom given an opportunity to be seen in. As a veteran, Afro-Latino queer writer, Max Erin implements life experience and cross-cultural understanding to deliver unique perspectives to push boundaries for thought-provoking and often chilling stories to resonate.

Max Erin has developed a fascination for thriller and horror, seeing it as a perfect way to incorporate real life concerns through surreal and stylized hyperbole to get across to the audience both the message and story of trying to make it through; especially with it being arguably the first genre to truly present social commentaries while still being the least respected genre by the majority. Inspired by visionaries such as Ryan Coogler and Nia DaCosta, Max Erin looks to push boundaries with impactful stories, putting diverse characters at the forefront in dynamic worlds, striving to leave a lasting impression.

As a filmmaker, Kei bring a multifaceted approach to storytelling, blending creativity with analytical precision. My experience spans crafting compelling narratives, managing on-set operations, and overseeing production workflows, allowing me to contribute to every stage of the creative process. Known for my innovative vision, problem-solving skills, and collaborative leadership, I thrive in bringing ideas to life with intention and originality. I approach every project with a focus on creativity, collaboration, and thoughtful execution.

With experience in film and television production, Dwanye brings a strong background in set operations, coordination, and crew management. Previously working on projects like *Kindred*, *Ordinary Joe* and *Will Trent*, I have now stepped into the assistant director department for TV/film, further expanding my expertise in scheduling, on-set logistics, and team leadership. My ability to balance creative vision with production efficiency makes me a valuable asset to any film set.

BUDGET

40% - Paying Talent and Crew

20% - Set Design

20% - Equipment Rental

10% - Crafty

10% - Casting extra

The majority of our budget is going to pay our cast and crew for their hard work.

DISTRIBUTION STRATEGY

As I said we have three seasons of the show written out a ready to shoot and we shooting the pilot as a proof of concept to pitch to different showrunners to see if we can get this on either: MAX, HULU, or Netflix. We also will be putting it in different film festivals all over the US.

CONCLUSION

My team and I are really excited to bring this show to life and thank you so much for donating and helping us make this. It has been a journey that we cant wait to share with you all.