PRODUCTION TEAM
Composer, Lyricist, and Creative Director
Peter b. Emerson
Peter B. Emerson is an accomplished composer, arranger, and Jazz educator whose choral compositions are published by Colla Voce and Walton Music Publishing. Peter recorded an album of originals and jazz standards titled 'It’s You I See,' available on all major streaming platforms. The title song from the album became the inspiration for ITSUIC Music LLC. Peter has worked with a number of jazz legends, including trombonist Bill Watrous, Yellowjackets drummer Will Kennedy, and Grammy-winning saxophonist Eric Marienthal. Peter has also worked closely with Broadway talent such as Jackie Burns 'Wicked,' Ruby Lewis 'We Will Rock You,' Janine DaVita 'Grease,' Rudy Cardenas 'American Idol,' Therese Curatolo 'Postmodern Jukebox,' and Kelley Jakle 'Pitch Perfect.' Peter has an extensive educational background in music, holding a Masters of Music in Jazz Studies, a Bachelor of Music in Composition, and a Conservatory Diploma in Jazz Composition. He served as a pianist in the United States Marine Band and is a Gulf War Veteran, having served in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain during Operations Desert Shield/Storm.
Executive Producer
Jennifer L. Emerson
Jennifer L. Emerson is an Executive Producer of 'He Rules the World' and the CEO/General Counsel of ITSUIC Music LLC. With her educational background from Michigan Law School and the University of Notre Dame, Jennifer brings a wealth of corporate and legal knowledge to 'He Rules the World.' Jennifer is a Licensed Certified Public Accountant, General Counsel, and Chief Compliance Officer with over 20 years’ experience in mergers and acquisitions, securities regulation, and financial reporting. She is also a C-suite executive and trusted advisor with expertise in the investment fund, investment advisory, and international hedge fund sectors.
Executive Producer, and Narrator
KEVIN SORBO
Kevin Sorbo debuted as an international TV star in 1993 when he was cast as lead of 'Hercules: The Legendary Journeys.' He guest starred in the TV series 'Xena: Warrior Princess,' the sitcom 'Two and a Half Men,' and the final season of 'The O.C.' In addition to his on-screen appearance, Kevin now also produces films through Sorbo Studios, which he founded to breathe traditional values and uplifting content back into the fabric of American culture. He recently served as Producer, Director, and star of the movie 'Miracle in East Texas.' As an author, producer, and mentor, Kevin is dedicated to creating stories that inspire and nurture the soul. Kevin is happily married to his bride of over 25 years, Sam Sorbo, and they have three nearly-grown children, all of whom they homeschooled.
Producer
Camille Scioli Chambers
Camille Scioli Chambers is an independent producer and production manager. Film credits include the award-winning indie film 'The Iron Orchard' (Lane Garrison and Austin Nichols), 'The Big Spoon' (Zach Knighton and Isabel McNally), and co-producer of 12 'Mighty Orphans' starring Luke Wilson and Martin Sheen. Before moving back to Texas in 2002, she headed the Film/TV division for Carolina Talent, Inc. in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she helped place talent in films including 'The Patriot,' 'The Divine Secrets of the Yaya Sisterhood,' 'Summer Catch,' and Stephen Spielberg’s 'Band of Brothers.' She has also worked as a Production Representative for Fizz City Films in Atlanta, Georgia. Her commercial work includes national spots for Dell, Apple iTunes, Verizon, Mountain Dew, Coca-Cola, and the WNBA.
Director
Matt Chauncey
Matt Chauncey is an award-winning filmmaker, director, and cinematographer based in Austin, Texas. Realizing a passion for telling impactful stories, Matt pursued film education from Texas Tech University, then moved to Los Angeles to work in Hollywood Studio. Matt attended the New York Film Academy, then wrote, directed, and shot his film 'Frame', an official selection at 12 film festivals. 'Frame' won the Sir Edmund Hillary Award at the Colorado International Film Festival and won the Audience Award at the Flatland Film Festival. In 2011, Matt moved to Austin where he directs, shoots, and creates national ad campaigns and commercial art for large corporations such as Dell, Verizon, and more. His work has earned over 20 Addy Awards and taken him to a dozen countries. Matt believes that his opportunity to work on 'He Rules the World' is divine providence. He’s excited to have reconnected with his love of performing arts and to have finally shown his wife and son something that they think is cool.
Co-Producer
David Gaschen
David Gaschen is a worldwide renowned vocalist and performer, best known for his role as the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 'The Phantom of the Opera.' He was first cast as a Phantom alternate in the 1995 original Swiss production of 'The Phantom of the Opera.' At the age of 26, David was the youngest Phantom to be cast. David joined the German production of 'The Phantom of the Opera' after a few years of performing in Switzerland, and then made his U.S. Broadway debut as the Phantom a few years after that. David now holds the distinguished honor of having performed the role of the Phantom well over 1,300 times globally. David has recorded multiple albums, including album David Gaschen, 'Let Me Sing and I’m Happy,' and a Christmas album titled 'A Christmas Celebration.' David also recorded with Howard McGillin, Hugh Panaro, and Michael Crawford on the album 'Broadway’s Fabulous Phantoms.' Among many other awards, David was inducted into the West Texas Walk of Fame in 2006. In 2020, he gave a TEDx talk on Faith in the Life of the Phantom.
Animation & Branding
Adam Harding Willis
Adam holds a passion for making Kingdom-centered creative projects. He started a UK-based animation and marketing studio called Wonderstory Ltd, focused on helping organizations make positive change in the world. Wonderstory Ltd is honored to be responsible for producing the character-based animations narrated by Kevin Sorbo in 'He Rules the World.' Wonderstory Ltd was also responsible for the production’s branding. After obtaining a degree in graphic design, Adam worked several years as a Motion Director, but felt called to use his creative skills for the advancement of God’s Kingdom. Adam transitioned to a role as Animation Director for the global Christian charity Tearfund and soon after founded Wonderstory Ltd, having worked with clients such as Compassion, Charles Price Ministry, and The Church of England. Adam lives in Haslemere, UK with his wife Hope and their two little boys Oakley and Jagger. https://www.wonderstory.net
Staging and Writer, Narration
Terri Lynn Castleberry
Terri Lynn Castleberry is a writer and theatre artist. Born in Childress, Texas, she attended Hardin Simmons University in Abilene where she majored in Theatre Education. Terri also earned a Master in Theatre Education from East Texas State University and a Doctorate in Education at Oklahoma State University. Terri worked as an educator for 37 years and has additionally worked as a director of curriculum for Waco ISD and as an Adjunct Graduate Professor in Education at Concordia University. In 2017, Terry and her late husband Marion Castleberry began MTC: Messengers Through Christ as a ministry for using theatre to share the gospel (www.mtcmessengers.com). Terri is currently working to complete her book, A New Way, which describes the grief journey she has traveled since June 2022 when Marion unexpectedly died. A New Way is a testimony of the power and love of the Lord to heal and transform through trial and suffering.