Bio – Greg McDonald

Owner of Gate5, Greg has directed and produced hundreds of promotional videos, corporate films, various marketing and training pieces and nationally aired broadcast television commercials.  His work involves leading the production from concept through to completion.

Still photography work includes photographing full page ads appearing in fashion magazines LA Confidential and Zink and shooting the cover of Model Venture Magazine. His fitness photography has been published in print and online campaigns.

Greg’s filmmaking style is visual, comedic, character based, absurd and satirical. Comedy dialogue and visual comedy are his specialties.  Federico Fellini, Pedro Almodovar, Todd Solondz and Alexander Payne are just a few of his influences. His films have screened in numerous film festivals throughout the world.  Awards include the Videographer Award of Excellence, DV Awards and a 2011 TLA Cult Award for a humorous, retro, 1970’s style take on the B-movie genre.