Our Team

We're changing the way creators and communities connect through storytelling.

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At Nihilo, we're not chasing trends—we’re building meaningful experiences. Our work bridges the gap between creators and audiences by focusing on what really matters: real stories, real people, and real moments. Whether online or offline, we believe in thoughtful collaboration and honest creativity.
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Community-Driven
Everything we do is rooted in connection—with our collaborators, our audiences, and the people behind the scenes.
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Creative Integrity
We care about the why just as much as the what. Intentional, honest storytelling always comes first.
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Collaboration Over Ego
We grow by working together. Everyone’s voice matters, and the best ideas often come from listening.
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Always Evolving
We don’t settle. We’re constantly learning, refining, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
We’re not just a team—we’re a collective of storytellers, artists, and builders who care about the process as much as the product. From behind the camera to behind the scenes, we’re here to make things that matter. If it’s honest, if it’s bold, if it brings people together—we’re all in.
Nihilo Studios Core Team

Our Dedicated Team

The driving force behind Nihilo Studios—filmmakers, photographers, and creatives united by a passion for storytelling and high-impact media production.

Ford Corcoran

Founder & CEO | Creative Director
Executive Producer

Josh Ayala

Co-Founder | Production Lead
Cinematographer & Photographer

Ford is the Founder, CEO, and Creative Director of Nihilo Studio. A graduate of NOVA with an AFA in Cinema and a current business student at Shepherd University, Ford leads the studio with both vision and precision. He’s worked across indie and large-scale productions as a director and producer, and he thrives in collaborative environments—bringing peers and stories together with care, ambition, and a deep love for the craft.

Josh is the Co-Founder and Production Lead of Nihilo Studio. A freelance cinematographer, photographer, and editor, Josh was the first to join Ford on the journey to build Nihilo. With seven years of experience in video production and photography, Josh is the technical lead behind production; he brings every frame to life with precision and style. Always looking for new experiences and the next challenge, Josh is the creative engine that keeps Nihilo moving forward.

Benjamin Quintero

Assistant
5/7 Partnered Team

Our Trusted Partners

In collaboration with 5/7, we work alongside a talented team of creatives, expanding our reach and capabilities to deliver the best media experiences possible.
Rodney Cobbs
Producer | Editor
Phu Hong
Cinematographer
Alex Flores
Cinematographer | Nihilo Founding Member
Skyelar Schreiner
Assistant | Assistant Camera (AC)
Rodrigo Arnez
Cinematographer
Kringe Krew Partnered Team

Our Trusted Partners

KC
Leader of Kringe Crew
Chalupa
Cam