Our Studios
Conveniently located just outside Birmingham, AL, Red Sky Studios is outfitted with the latest cutting edge and industry standard filmmaking technology and tools. We offer furnished editing suites, Pro Tools surround theater and DaVinci Resolve color correction suite. From raw concept through final deliverables including Digital Cinema Package (DCP) creation, our operations are structured to maximize efficiency, accessibility and communication to support and propel the creative process.
Red Sky Studios is proud to provide high quality production services that can be catered to your budget. Let us help you take your story from ideation to red carpet premiere.
mike roman - CEO/Executive producer
Mike has propelled himself through multiple degrees and career interests, but focuses the majority of his energy now toward creating high impact quality entertainment that entertains with excellence. He is a holder of multiple degrees including an MBA and has founded and sold many businesses. He has served on numerous boards and most proud of being a member of the strategic business team of a major local university that has developed many profit centers for that university system. He is a well-known educator, professor and lecturer.
He is now focused on creating full feature films that engage the audience with true to life stories that are well crafted, add significance to the audience and produced with the most advanced technology and skill available today.
Stephen preston - coo/PRODUCER
Stephen brings stories to life with purpose, crafting films that resonate beyond the screen. His career began on the road with touring bands and theatrical productions, where he developed a deep understanding of both the technical and emotional aspects of storytelling. That foundation propelled him into leadership roles across sound, post-production, and visual effects.
Stephen’s credits span over 35 theatrical feature films and multiple television series. His work includes I Can Only Imagine, Woodlawn, and the Lionsgate/Roadside Attractions release Finding You, filmed on location in Ireland. He served as Line Producer/Co-Producer on The Shift and as a Producer on The Last Rodeo that premiered worldwide in May 2025.
Stephen has delivered content to major distributors including Sony, Tristar, Affirm, Samuel Goldwyn, Universal, Netflix, UPtv, Provident Films, CBS Sports, Fathom Events, Food Network, Roadside Attractions, and Lionsgate. His passion lies in producing meaningful, high-quality content with lasting cultural impact.
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JOHN NELSON - Visual eFfects SUPERVISOR
John Nelson is a seasoned visual effects supervisor with a keen artistic eye and a deep understanding of cinematic storytelling. At Red Sky Studios, he leads a globally distributed team of VFX artists, utilizing cutting-edge tools and technology to craft visuals that are both photorealistic and uniquely tailored to each project.
In 2025, John oversaw the completion of over 200 VFX shots for The Last Rodeo, bringing to life dynamic bull-riding sequences, expansive crowds, and authentic rodeo environments. Previously, in 2023, he supervised more than 500 VFX shots for the worldwide release of The Shift , demonstrating his ability to manage large-scale visual effects productions effectively.
John’s filmography also includes work on Finding You (2020) and Woodlawn (2015), where he contributed as a visual effects/motion graphics artist, enhancing the films’ storytelling and visual appeal. His commitment to excellence and innovation continues to elevate the visual narrative of every project he undertakes.