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Atlanta’s production landscape continues to expand with the launch of Lostnfound Productions, a new film and television banner focused on developing short films, series, and feature-length projects while prioritizing consistent on-set opportunities for actors. The company enters the market with an aggressive production slate and a clear mandate: create high-quality content while removing one of the biggest barriers for emerging talent, getting on set and building real experience.Positioned within one of the country’s fastest-growing production hubs, Lostnfound Productions aims to operate as both a content engine and a talent pipeline. Rather than developing projects in isolation, the company is building a repeatable system designed to keep actors working across multiple productions, from short-form festival entries to larger narrative projects intended for distribution. The approach reflects a broader shift within the industry, where independent creators are taking greater control over both production output and talent development.Central to that model is Lostnfound’s partnership with Stage Pass, a membership-based platform that connects actors directly to working sets. Through the collaboration, Stage Pass members are guaranteed roles in Lostnfound Productions projects, creating a consistent pathway for actors to gain credits, footage, and practical experience. The partnership is designed to benefit both sides: actors gain reliable opportunities to work, while Lostnfound maintains a steady pool of committed, on-camera talent across its slate.The integration also positions projects for both film festival circulation and potential distribution, giving participating actors exposure beyond the set itself. By aligning production with clear output goals, including festival submissions and market-ready content, the collaboration moves beyond traditional training environments and into fully realized production cycles. For actors, that translates into work that not only builds a reel, but also has the potential to reach wider audiences.Lostnfound Productions’ launch comes at a time when demand for content continues to rise, particularly in regional markets like Atlanta, where infrastructure and talent pools have grown significantly over the past decade. While major studio productions remain a key part of the ecosystem, initiatives like Lostnfound reflect an emerging layer of independent production that operates with speed, flexibility, and a direct connection to talent.As the company builds out its slate, the focus remains on volume, consistency, and quality, with an emphasis on keeping actors actively working rather than waiting between opportunities. In doing so, Lostnfound Productions is positioning itself not just as a production company, but as part of a larger shift toward creator-led systems that prioritize real production experience, output, and long-term career growth for actors in the Atlanta market.

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L-R: JD Houston, Belloh Teah, Donny Carrington, Gabrielle Lyn-Smith, Dominique Shepherd

Lostnfound Productions has set the cast for its debut short film 17 Minutes, featuring an ensemble that includes Donny Carrington, Belloh Teah, Gabrielle Lyn-Smith, JD Houston, and Dominique Shepherd. The project marks the first official production under the newly launched Atlanta-based banner, which is positioning itself as a pipeline for short films, series, and feature development.The film brings together a mix of working and emerging talent, with Carrington, known for his work across film and television, taking on a prominent supporting role within the ensemble. The casting reflects the company’s approach of pairing experienced performers with rising actors in a performance-driven environment built around grounded storytelling and character dynamics.17 Minutes centers on a husband who becomes the prime suspect in his wife’s death, but as conflicting accounts and hidden relationships surface, the truth reveals a far more devastating reality than anyone expected. Designed as a contained psychological drama, the film leans heavily on shifting perspectives and layered performances, giving each cast member a critical role in how the story unfolds.The project is set to enter the film festival circuit upon completion, aligning with Lostnfound Productions’ broader strategy of developing festival-ready content while creating consistent on-set opportunities for actors. As the company begins to roll out its slate, 17 Minutes serves as its first step into the market, establishing both its creative direction and its commitment to producing actor-focused work.

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Randi Daniels

LostnFound Productions has tapped Randi Daniels to join as an executive producer on its debut short film ‘17 Minutes,’ further expanding the team behind the Atlanta-based project. The move adds experienced leadership to a production that marks the company’s official entry into film, television, and long-form storytelling.Daniels joins the project as it moves through production, helping guide the film’s overall direction while supporting its positioning for the festival circuit. As an executive producer, Daniels’ role will focus on overseeing the film’s development and release strategy, aligning the project with broader distribution and exposure opportunities upon completion.17 Minutes centers on a husband who becomes the prime suspect in his wife’s death, but as conflicting accounts and hidden relationships begin to surface, the truth reveals a far more devastating reality than anyone expected. Designed as a contained psychological drama, the film leans on performance and perspective, with an ensemble cast driving the narrative through shifting viewpoints and emotional tension.The addition of Daniels signals Lostnfound Productions’ intent to pair emerging production models with experienced oversight as it builds out its slate. The company has positioned itself as both a content engine and a platform for consistent on-set opportunities, working to keep actors actively involved in productions while developing projects aimed at festival recognition and distribution.As LostnFound Productions prepares to roll out its upcoming slate of short films, series, and features, 17 Minutes stands as its first major step into the market. With Daniels now attached as executive producer, the project continues to gain momentum ahead of its planned festival run following completion.

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As Atlanta continues to solidify its place as one of the country’s leading production hubs, a new wave of creator-led platforms is emerging to support the growing demand for talent and content. Among them is Stage Pass, a membership-based production platform focused on providing actors with consistent on-set opportunities, professional footage, and a direct connection to working sets.Built around the idea that actors develop fastest through experience, Stage Pass operates as a structured system designed to keep talent actively working. Members are brought onto real productions each month, ranging from commercial-style shoots to short films and series, allowing them to build credits, strengthen their performances, and generate high-quality material for their reels. In an industry where many actors struggle to gain traction due to limited access, the platform offers a repeatable path forward centered on production rather than waiting.At its core, Stage Pass bridges the gap between training and working. Rather than focusing solely on classes or auditions, the platform places actors directly into production environments where they can learn by doing. Each project is executed with a full crew and professional setup, giving actors exposure to the pace, expectations, and collaboration required on set. The result is not only improved performance but a deeper understanding of how productions operate from the inside.The model also emphasizes output. Footage from select projects is delivered to actors within a defined timeline, ensuring that members consistently walk away with usable content. For many, that material becomes the foundation of their reels, helping them secure additional opportunities both within and outside of Stage Pass productions. In some cases, projects are also positioned for film festival submissions or distribution, giving actors the added benefit of appearing in work that reaches broader audiences.Beyond individual projects, Stage Pass functions as a growing creative ecosystem. Actors, filmmakers, and crew members operate within a shared network, allowing for ongoing collaboration across productions. This environment creates continuity, where talent is not starting from zero with each project, but instead building relationships, momentum, and a body of work over time.The platform has also expanded through partnerships with production companies and creative spaces, further increasing the volume and variety of opportunities available to its members. These collaborations allow Stage Pass to integrate into different types of productions while maintaining its core focus: getting actors on set consistently.As the industry continues to evolve, Stage Pass represents a shift toward systems that prioritize access, repetition, and real-world experience. For actors navigating the early and mid stages of their careers, the ability to work regularly, build footage, and operate within a professional environment can be the difference between stagnation and growth.With a steady stream of productions and an emphasis on keeping actors active, Stage Pass is positioning itself as more than a membership platform. It is becoming a reliable entry point into the working side of the industry, where experience is earned on set and progress is measured in completed work.

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Donny Carrington

LostnFound Productions has expanded the team behind its debut short film 17 Minutes, with Donny Carrington joining the project as a co-producer. Carrington, who is also part of the film’s cast, steps into the additional role as the Atlanta-based banner continues to build out its first production with a focus on both performance and execution.The move reflects a growing trend of actors taking on producing responsibilities, particularly within independent film, where collaboration across creative and logistical roles often plays a key part in bringing projects to life. For 17 Minutes, Carrington’s involvement as co-producer adds another layer of oversight and creative contribution as the film moves further into production.17 Minutes centers on a husband who becomes the prime suspect in his wife’s death, but as conflicting accounts and hidden relationships begin to surface, the truth reveals a far more devastating reality than anyone expected. The film is structured as a contained psychological drama, driven by character perspective and performance, with an ensemble cast shaping the narrative through shifting viewpoints and emotional tension.Carrington’s expanded role aligns with Lostnfound Productions’ broader approach to building its projects, which emphasizes collaboration and the integration of talent both in front of and behind the camera. As the company establishes its presence in the Atlanta market, it continues to develop a production model that blends experienced contributors with emerging voices across its slate.The project is set to enter the film festival circuit upon completion, marking 17 Minutes as the first release under the Lostnfound banner. With production underway, the addition of Carrington as co-producer signals continued momentum as the company moves forward with its debut film and prepares to expand into additional short-form and long-form projects.

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Talent: Donny Carrington

As Atlanta’s independent production ecosystem continues to scale, Stage Pass and Lostnfound Productions are moving from development into execution, building out a growing slate of projects designed to keep actors consistently working while delivering festival and distribution-ready content. The collaboration marks a coordinated effort between a membership-based production platform and a newly launched film banner, both aligned around a shared goal of increasing on-set opportunities while maintaining a steady flow of production.
The partnership is centered on volume and structure. Rather than approaching each project as a standalone effort, Stage Pass and Lostnfound Productions are developing multiple short films, series concepts, and narrative projects simultaneously, creating a pipeline that allows productions to move efficiently from concept to shoot. As scripts are finalized and pre-production continues, the slate is quickly filling with projects positioned for upcoming production cycles.
For Stage Pass members, the collaboration translates into direct involvement across the slate. With projects being prepared in advance, actors are able to move from one production to the next without long gaps, gaining consistent experience, footage, and credits. The model emphasizes repetition and exposure to real set environments, allowing actors to refine their performances while building a body of work that extends beyond isolated appearances.
Lostnfound Productions, operating as the primary production engine, is structuring each project with clear output goals, including film festival submissions and potential distribution pathways. By aligning development with production timelines, the company is ensuring that content is not only created, but positioned to reach audiences beyond the initial shoot. The approach reflects a shift toward more intentional production cycles, where volume is matched with strategy.
The slate itself spans a range of performance-driven concepts, designed to be executed efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on character and storytelling. With pre-production underway across multiple titles, the collaboration is entering a phase where projects are no longer theoretical, but actively being scheduled, cast, and prepared for filming.
As both entities continue to build, the emphasis remains on readiness. By stacking projects ahead of production, Stage Pass and Lostnfound Productions are creating a system where content is consistently prepared to be shot, reducing downtime and keeping both actors and crew engaged. The result is a workflow that prioritizes momentum, allowing the collaboration to scale without sacrificing output.
With production set to ramp across the slate, the Stage Pass and Lostnfound partnership is positioning itself as a repeatable model within Atlanta’s growing film landscape. By combining structured opportunity with active development, the collaboration is not only generating content, but establishing a framework for how independent productions can operate at a higher frequency while continuing to support actor growth.