Film Team

Stephan Johnstone 

Writer / Executive Producer (SJD World Ltd) 

Stephan Johnstone, founder of SJD World Ltd, graduated from George Brown College – School of Design in 2006. After college he spent 3 years with a design firm/printing house in Toronto. In 2010 he moved back Bermuda and began building SJD World full time. 

Stephan’s work has been published in numerous local and international publications. He has written and release 3 full Spoken word/Poetry albums and has led SJD World Ltd to become one of Bermuda’s top Graphic Design Studios for both creativity and customer support. 

Marq Rodrigeuz

Director / Cinematographer / Editor

Marq is a visual producer, videographer and editor currently based in Bermuda. He has become an international fashion filmmaker gaining appearances in many major publications across all platforms.

An experienced professional with a passion for the art of storytelling to lead the delivery of high-quality, creative output for well-known consumer brands. Skilled in ensuring content is edited to produce attractive finished video in line with client briefs and project specifications. Well-versed in working to fast turnaround deadlines with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and confidently at all levels and a strong appreciation of the need to take into account cultural differences for varying audiences. Strong background in performing to a high standard independently and as part of teams to complete projects within schedule

His highly specialized style of capturing movement adds a unique dimension to the conventional film era of fashion films. With every frame and capture, no two shots/films are the same.

Derek G. Simmons

Music Producer 

Derek G. is a prominent figure in the Bermuda music scene, boasting over 20 years of experience as a musician, engineer, and producer. From the age of six, he has been deeply immersed in music, whether working behind the scenes in producing, writing, and recording, or commanding the stage with live performances and musical direction. His extensive career and dedication to the craft have made him an influential and respected name internationally.