Testimonials from people I’ve worked with…
Steve Guttenberg, The Audiophiliac:
“Jana gets it. Sure, her skills as a videographer and editor reach far beyond technically mastering the arts, it’s her sensitivity to the highest aspirations of audio that make her videos so special. She makes the gear look great, unique, and most of all desirable! The allure is more than skin deep, because she thinks like an audiophile. She knows what makes us tick.”
Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest:
“Working with Jana is an absolute pleasure. She’s accommodating, understanding, and hard working, never satisfied until her client is satisfied. She consistently exceeds expectations, always willing to give and do more than what has been asked, knowing that she won’t be happy unless her client is happy. Beyond that, she’s always willing to openly share her own experience and expertise, making those around her better prepared and more comfortable in any situation. She’s humble. She communicates clearly and effectively. She’s enthusiastic and positive and enjoys solving problems. If there’s a criticism to be made, it’s that she too rarely gives herself the credit she deserves. She’s a perfectionist, but this usually benefits everyone around her. Working with her, and knowing her, is really a joy and an honor. Highly, enthusiastically recommended.”
John Darko, Darko.Audio:
“Jana was instrumental in establishing and growing the Darko.Audio YouTube channel, not only through her considerable video editing skillset and her judicious use of advanced motion graphics but also through her sound communication ideas and YouTube strategy.”
Chris Berens, Audeze:
“Jana has all the earmarks of a seasoned pro in the A/V business (patience, skill, friendliness, follow-through), but she's somehow managed to maintain the passion, creativity and enthusiasm of a beginner. The projects we've worked on together have been collaborative in the best sense, and I will continue to recommend her for every possible video shoot.”
Herb Reichert, Stereophile Magazine:
“I’ve known Jana since she first entered the realms of audio. I knew the day I met her she was destined to be a star. Why? Because she was fierce and smart and talented and willing to work harder than anyone else. The videos I made with her put my face into the world; now people approach me on the subway, “You made those videos with Jana — right?” I’ve watched Jana evolve into a sophisticated videographer and editor with a young, fresh, forward-thinking perspective…exactly what audio world needs more of.”
Michael Lavorgna, Twittering Machines:
“In my 40+ year professional life, I have met very few people who have the passion and dedication to quality that Jana exhibits each time she gets to work.”
Leif Johannsen, Ortofon:
“We work with Jana because she is passionate about helping us communicate our technologies to our customers. Her creative implementation of 3D animations has opened up a new world for us. We are now able to break down the complicated technologies that make up our cartridges. As a cartridge designer, it's fulfilling to see Ortofon's technologies—technologies that I've spent years working on myself—visualized in a manner that is both easy to understand and beautiful. It is fulfilling to work with someone who is just as excited as we are to make our products come to life!”
Peter Madnick, Audio Alchemy:
“Jana was simply masterful at weaving together what seemed like disparate bits of video, images, soundbites and real music into a single, cogent and compelling easy to watch story. The end result not only exceeded my own expectations, but that of the MoFi staff, and have certainly informed customers and helped to generate sales leads for the company.”
Doug White, The Voice That Is:
“The biggest benefit of working with Jana is her industry-specific knowledge. She's worked in this industry for years, which means she doesn't need me to tell her what to focus on, what different components do, and what my customers would like to see. She's willing to work with me through every step of the process — from planning the video and making critical pre-production choices, to making sure the video is published in the best way to maximize views. She's not afraid to tell me when she politely disagrees with my artistic choices, and provides alternative options for me to consider that still help me get my message across. For capturing the essence of the industry and the products I represent, I can’t imagine working with anyone else.”
Andy Kong, Cayin:
“I have worked with photographers and videographers who are extremely competent. They can deliver any picture or effect I am looking for if I can tell them exactly what I need. But the problem is: I need to tell them exactly what I need. Working with Jana is a completely different process. On top of being a first class editor/videographer, she empathizes with audiophiles, possesses in-depth knowledge of the audio industry, and has a mindset that combines artistic and scientific thinking very effectively. Communicating and exchanging ideas with Jana is a joyful experience: I provide information and she comes back with messaging, visualization, and priorities, and then she listens and explores options with an open mind. The deliverable is nothing short of perfect. I recommend her highly and without reservation.”
Vinnie Rossi, Vinnie Rossi:
“Hiring Jana to create 3D videos for our new product line has been an overwhelmingly positive experience. She mapped out and managed the entire scope of the project (including the timeline, deliverables, and all the fine details of each video) in a well-organized and thoughtful manner, and maintained excellent commutation every step of the way. Jana excels with her ability to take ideas and bring them to life in an eye-catching and highly realistic 3D space. She did this for our new product line even before the first prototypes were built, and this was a game-changer for both our development and marketing efforts! When you combine Jana’s vision, creativity and determination with her equally impressive knowledge and passion of the high-end audio industry, you receive nothing short of the highest quality work that truly makes a statement. It has been incredibly rewarding to work with someone so talented and willing to go above and beyond to make sure you are genuinely happy with the finished product. I strongly recommend collaborating with Jana and am confident that she will exceed your expectations.”
Jian Shao, AURALiC:
“We have had the pleasure of working with Jana since 2022, and her contributions as a videographer have been nothing short of outstanding. Jana has consistently delivered high-quality production introduction videos, technology explainer videos, and customer instructional videos that have greatly enhanced our communication and engagement with our audience.
One of Jana’s standout qualities is her remarkable ability to quickly learn and understand our products and technology. This deep understanding is evident in the clarity and precision of her videos, which effectively convey complex concepts in an accessible and engaging manner.
Moreover, Jana’s professionalism and dedication are truly commendable. She is not only a fast learner but also a proactive problem solver who anticipates our needs and addresses them efficiently. Her creativity and attention to detail consistently exceed our expectations, making her an invaluable partner in our video production efforts.
We wholeheartedly recommend Jana to anyone in need of a top-tier videographer. Her work has significantly contributed to our success, and we look forward to continuing our fruitful collaboration with her in the future.”
Allen Perkins:
“I would describe Jana as a confluence of art and technology. She will guide you to the best aesthetic choices and turn them into the video you need.”